Lead Hand

Position: Lead Hand I
At Septodont, a global leader in dental products and a key player in pharmaceutical development and contract manufacturing (CDMO), we are proud to work every day to improve patients’ health and well-being.

Present in more than 110 countries, the Group relies on the energy, expertise, and passion of 2,600 employees. With 6 international production sites, Septodont combines industrial excellence, technological expertise, and innovation to meet the needs of healthcare professionals worldwide.

In North America, our operations include facilities in Ontario, Quebec, and Pennsylvania. Our Cambridge, Ontario site is home to Novocol Pharma – a thriving center of innovation with over 40 years of expertise in sterile injectable cartridges and combination product manufacturing. Backed by a team of more than 675 dedicated professionals and modern facilities, we deliver high-quality, customer-focused solutions to partners around the world.

Beyond our expertise, our people are our greatest strength. We foster a stimulating work environment where everyone can learn, grow, and build a career that reflects their aspirations, supported by continuous training and internal mobility. As a socially responsible company, we place diversity and inclusion at the heart of our development, convinced that they enhance collective performance and foster human experience.

Joining Septodont means becoming part of a human-scale international group and contributing to a meaningful mission: improving health for as many people as possible. What if your next professional chapter started with us?

Shift Available:

Weekend Night Shift - Saturday Sunday (6pm to 6am) and Friday/ Monday, (10pm to 6am) - Shift Premium $5/hour

This position is starting at $30/hour PLUS shift premium.

Work Authorization:
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada for the duration of employment. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored immigration support. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is based for the duration of employment. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored immigration support.

FUNCTION

SUMMARY:

The Lead Hand 1 is accountable to the Production Supervisor for all activities relating to the operation, repair and maintenance of equipment and work area. In addition the Lead Hand 1 will ensure the adequate levels of supply are stocked related to the operation. Main responsibilities are related to equipment operation, training, documentation, and in-process IPQC testing to meet the Company’s objectives and in accordance with the requirements outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures and Good Manufacturers Practices.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coordinates shift changeover to ensure machinery and human resources are optimal. Reports any deficiencies in machinery, materials or human resources immediately to shift supervisor for timely resolution

Actively participates in and supports the continuous improvement initiatives projects

Performs the operator’s duties if necessary

Ensures the availability of component and supply

Takes corrective action to fix documentation errors and to coach the related operators on documentation practices

Ensures that the area is clean and organized

Assists the other departments if required

Issues, investigates and rectifies Quality Assurance deviations and other procedures

Responds to and troubleshoots equipment alarms and take corrective action and/or involving maintenance

Participates in revision of departmental SOP’s and other GMP documents

Conducts on-the-job training including review of related SOP’s for new employees. Works with Production Supervisors and Production Manager to identify/solve any production problems and training needs…