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Joining Moderna offers the unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering team that's revolutionizing medicine through mRNA technology, with a diverse pipeline of development programs across various diseases.

As an employee, you'll be part of a continually growing organization, working alongside exceptional colleagues and strategic partners worldwide, contributing to global health initiatives.

Moderna's commitment to advancing the technological frontier of mRNA medicines ensures a challenging and rewarding career experience, with the potential to make a significant impact on patients' lives worldwide.

In Laval, Moderna's long-term strategic partnership with the Canadian Government is revolutionizing the nation's pandemic preparedness and response capabilities. Our upcoming state-of-the-art mRNA vaccine manufacturing facility will play a pivotal role in ensuring rapid access to vaccines for respiratory viruses, contingent on Health Canada's approval. By investing in local talent development and fostering research and development collaborations, we're cementing Canada's position as a global center of mRNA excellence.

Join us as we build a resilient future in biotechnology and healthcare innovation.

You will play a hands-on role at the heart of Moderna’s manufacturing operations in Laval. As a Production Technician, you will operate and monitor state-of-the-art automated production equipment involved in the production of mRNA vaccines, ensuring compliance with cGMP and health & safety standards. You will manage critical stages of the manufacturing process including transcription, filtration, purification, and buffer preparation, while collaborating with Quality Assurance teams and contributing to continuous improvement efforts.

This is a role for a self-motivated individual with strong technical ability, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to safety and compliance.

Here’s What You’ll Do

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Operating production equipment and preparing buffer solutions in alignment with GMP standards and established SOPs.

• Executing transcription, filtration, and purification processes using automated and computer-controlled systems.

• Sampling and performing environmental control checks at critical process stages.

• Applying performance tools and contributing as part of a high-performing team to meet operational KPIs.

• Performing cleaning and sanitation of equipment and production/preparation areas.

Your responsibilities will also include:

• Identifying and reporting compliance and health/safety issues proactively to the supervisor.

• Conducting routine maintenance tasks such as lubrication, mechanical checks, and filter changes.

• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and participating in projects across production.

• Partnering with QA to finalize documentation for batch release, ensuring full compliance.

• Participating in root cause analysis and CAPA actions related to quality deviations or HSE incidents.

• Acting as a deputy for fellow Production Technicians or Supervisors in their absence.

The key Moderna Mindsets you’ll need to succeed in the role:

• “We behave like owners. The solutions we’re building go beyond any job description.”
  In this role, you'll be trusted to take ownership of complex manufacturing operations and proactively escalate issues or suggest improvements that benefit the entire production team.

• “We digitize everywhere possible using the power of code to maximize our impact on patients.”
  You’ll be operating highly automated and computer-assisted production systems, and working in a digital-first environment that embraces the use of advanced technologies and manufacturing data – giving you a chance to grow close to the cutting edge of Generative AI and digital platforms in biomanufacturing.

Here’s What You’ll Need (Basic Qualifications)

• 3 to 5 years of experience in a GMP manufacturing environment.

• Post-secondary degree in pharmaceutical sciences or biotechnology sector.

• Ability to collaborate with peers, supervisors and support function teams.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills and excellent organizational skills.

• Ability to pay attention to details while…