Job Description

• Recruit, train, develop and manage effectively the ongoing performance of direct reports, by:
• Ensuring Job Descriptions are reviewed, signed and filed annually,
• Reviewing and updating employee development plans, ensuring that all employees are properly trained and qualified to execute their duties,
• Providing coaching, feedback and recognition.
• Co-ordinate, assign, supervise and review all maintenance activities and outcomes to ensure production equipment is in qualified condition.
• Develop systems and metrics to measure and evaluate both productivity and individual performance and contribution on an on-going basis.
• Provide results-orientated leadership and guide the initiation and execution of safety, quality, productivity and continuous improvement initiatives in support of Business Objectives.
• Provide strong leadership to the team that fosters personal development, interaction and participation.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with key business partners within and outside of Production Technical.
• Execute the maintenance strategy according to plan, through clear communication, meeting timelines and engaging the team at all levels while ensuring minimal disruption to manufacturing operations.
• Supervise the team in accordance with Ontario
• Occupation Health and Safety Act
• , Apotex Health & Safety policies and Safe Work procedures (SWPs), and Employment policies (e.g. Respect in the Workplace - Prevention of Violence and/or Harassment).
• Provide recommendations regarding procedural and organizational changes.
• Resolve employee issues within the department with the involvement of the next level of management and human resources as required.
• Drive the key SAP maintenance metrics of proactive maintenance; PM compliance, schedule adherence, breakdowns, backlog and reliability.
• Ensure the maintenance team is aligned to all departmental and corporate strategic initiatives.
• Act as a specialized manufacturing resource to senior management to support resolution of complex technical and equipment related issues.
• Serve as departmental representative in the absence of the department manager.
• Work as a member of a team to achieve all outcomes.
• Participate and lead performance conversations with employees, including monthly one on ones, to connect on performance; check in on employee s progress toward achieving Objectives, offer support and remove barriers; and, communicate and revisit performance expectations to reinforce and encourage high performance culture and a safe working environment for all employees.
• Utilize open, honest, two way communication to build trust-based relationships with employees, business partners and direct leader while continuously improving leadership capabilities by personally seeking feedback and development.
• Create a culture which values trust and provides the opportunity for Employee development and growth in pursuit of our purpose and demonstrating our core Values - Collaboration, Courage, Perseverance and Passion.
• Utilize your networks to attract and hire talent in a comprehensive, differentiated and consistent manner essential to our continued growth; then, onboard new employees by providing a consistent experience that reflects the values and commitments made to candidates during the hiring process.
• Ensure adherence of team members (direct reports) with all compliance programs and company policies and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned