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Equipment Specialist - Millwright
@ Patheon Inc
Mississauga, Ontario
Overview
Thermo Fisher Scientific's Patheon brand is hiring an Equipment Specialist - Millwright for its Mississauga site. The role keeps GMP production equipment running through repair, preventive maintenance and CMMS documentation on a continental day and night rotation. The posting states a 12-hour shift, an estimated pay range of $56,400 to $84,600 for Ontario, and a licensed Industrial Millwright (433A) requirement.
Responsibilities:
- Repair, rebuild and refurbish machinery with milling machines and lathes
- Perform preventive maintenance on production equipment under GMP
- Schedule equipment downtime with Group Leaders and Production Supervisors
- Document maintenance work in a CMMS program
- Participate in RCA, EHS and operational meetings
Requirements summary:
- Industrial Millwright (433A) licence required
- Industrial Millwright college certificate or degree required
- Minimum 3 years industrial mechanic or maintenance experience
- 1 to 3 years millwright experience preferred
- Experience reading drawings and schematics
- Maximo CMMS experience preferred
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-12
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-13
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 40 lb · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | 433A Industrial Millwright, Certified Ontario Trades Person |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Education | High school (required), Trade certificate (required) |
| Fields of study | Industrial Millwright |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Tuition support |
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Patheon Inc
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Durham |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 29 |
Work Schedule
12 hr shift/daysEnvironmental Conditions
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided, Office, Rapid flashing lights, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materialsJob Description
Division/Site Specific Information
Thermo Fisher Scientific offers industry-leading pharma services through our Patheon™ brand, providing an integrated global network of scientific, technical, regulatory, and quality experts committed to helping deliver medicines to patients faster. The Mississauga site supports all phases of drug product development — from early-phase formulation development to clinical trial material to commercial supply — within the same facility using scalable equipment. The site supports non-GMP and GMP work for highly potent and low-potent compounds, complex formulations, pediatric dosage forms, patent-extension strategies, and conventional oral solid dosage forms.
Discover Impactful Work:
Ensure process equipment and machinery are maintained in good order under Good Manufacturing Process (GMP) guidelines for maximum equipment uptime. Provide technical skilled support and guidance to site operations via specialized maintenance services on a timely basis.
Shift Schedule: Continental - monthly rotation days and nights including weekends
Day in the Life:
- Repair, rebuild, refurbish machinery and equipment utilizing milling machines, lathes and all machine shop hand tools by performing the following tasks:
- Perform general maintenance on production equipment such as: Fluid Bed Dryers, Film Coaters, Tablet Presses, Transfer Pumps, Vacuum Systems, Processing Vessels and auxiliary equipment.
- Maintain production equipment, auxiliary equipment and building maintenance, including operator training on equipment set up and operation.
- Make arrangements with Group Leaders and Production Supervisors to schedule equipment down time for maintenance within the Preventative Maintenance program timeframes.
- Schedule equipment availability to perform preventative maintenance on time, maintain accurate records according to Good Manufacturing Practice requirements.
- Participate in Operational meetings, Rapids, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) and other as required.
- Document applicable work activities performed within a CMMS Program
- Maintain a safe working environment and report potential hazards.
- Perform alternating or rotating shift work as well as requirement to work during maintenance shutdowns.
Keys to Success:
Education:
High school diploma/General Educational Development (GED) Certificate is required College Certificate/Degree in Industrial Millwright
Certified Ontario Trades Person
Licensed to practice as Industrial Millwright (433A) required
Experience:
Minimum 3 years industrial mechanic or equivalent maintenance experience, preferably in food, cosmetic or pharmaceutical industries.
1 – 3 years millwright experience, preferred
Experience reading drawing and schematics.
Maximo CMMS program experience preferred.
Equivalency:
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) Regulations. Proactive and organized approach to completing tasks timely and efficiently. Attention to detail and quality of work. Ability to deal confidently with inside and outside clients. Good working knowledge of electronics and pneumatics is desirable. Demonstrated computer proficiency with Microsoft Office programs. Proficiency with the English Language.
Physical Requirements:
Position requires ordinary ambulatory skills and physical coordination sufficient to move about manufacturing/office locations; ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch periodically for prolonged periods of time; manipulation (lift, carry, move) of light to medium weights of up to 40 pounds; arm, hand and finger dexterity; visual acuity to operate equipment, and read materials for prolonged periods of time; ability to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear for prolonged periods of time. Usually in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors causing moderate physical discomfort from such things as dust, loud noise, bright lights, fumes or odour. Use of Personal Protective equipment is required and may include any of the following: safety glasses, safety shoes, lab coat, gloves, hair net, beard cover, safety apron, respirator.
Excellent Benefits
Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1
Paid Time Off & Designated Paid Holidays
Retirement Savings Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
OTHER
Relocation assistance is NOT provided
Must be legally authorized to work in Canada
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check
Compensation
The estimated annualized pay range for this position in Ontario is $56,400.00–$84,600.00.Journal
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