Custodian

About Apotex Inc.

Apotex is a Canadian-based global health company. We improve everyday access to affordable, innovative medicines and health products for millions of people worldwide, with a broad portfolio of generic, biosimilar, innovative branded pharmaceuticals and consumer health products. Headquartered in Toronto, with regional offices globally, including in the United States, Mexico and India, we are the largest Canadian-based pharmaceutical company and a health partner of choice for the Americas for pharmaceutical licensing and product acquisitions.

For more information visit: www.apotex.com.

Job Summary

Responsible for performing general cleaning duties inside and outside of Apotex facilities as assigned. Areas inside the building include offices, washrooms, Locker change rooms, Production area, Warehouse and Laboratories. At the Etobicoke site, the buildings include the Engineering Site Office.

Outside the buildings, in winter, operate the snow blower and ice melter spreader, in conjunction with manually keeping the walkways, exits and entrances clear of ice and snow.

Job Responsibilities

1. Offices

Clean offices which include dusting and cleaning furniture, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, washing walls and windows. Remove garbage and recycling from the centralized areas.

1. Washrooms

Clean washrooms and change rooms and replenish supplies. (soaps, paper towels, hand cream, etc.)

1. Warehouse

Clean warehouse floors, shelves, walls and where applicable

1. GMP areas (Production, Packaging)

Clean the Good manufacturing Practices (GMP) areas, which include washing walls, stairs, ceilings and floors. Replenishing supplies.

1. Cafeteria

Clean the cafeteria, including the food preparation area, freezers, coolers and storage areas. Remove Garbage and recycling materials as needed. Maintain coffee brewers as required.

1. Clean the Laboratory and replenish supplies as required.
2. Clean the Controlled Substances/CT vault and walk in refrigerator.
3. Dispose of all garbage and recycling following proper procedures.
4. Operate various cleaning machines including floor polisher, vacuums and floor scrubbing machines.
5. Operate the compactors and laundry machines.
6. Utilize approved cleaning agents as trained.
7. Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices, (cGMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and established safety standards (SWP).
8. Works in a safe manner collaborating as a team member to achieve all outcomes
9. Demonstrate Behaviours that exhibit our organizational Values: Collaboration, Courage, Perseverance, and Passion.
10. Ensure personal adherence with all compliance programs including the Global Business Ethics and Compliance Program, Global Quality policies and procedures, Safety and Environment policies, and HR policies.
11. All other relevant duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Education:
  • Grade 12 education.
    
    
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Required:
    • The ability to lift 50 lbs;
    • Good command of the English language (ability to read, write and understand English);
    • Good oral communication skills;
    • Good interpersonal skills;
    • Physically fit
    • Time management skills to complete assigned tasks.
    • Basic computer skills (using emails, completing online trainings etc.)
      
      
  • Preferred:
    • Organizational and Priority Skills
      
      
• Experience
  • Previous cleaning experience preferred

At Apotex, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and accessible work environment, where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to succeed.

We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of the recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require accommodation.

The hiring range for this position is $32,646.38 to $45,704.93 per year. The final agreed-upon salary may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience.

We are looking for top talent. If your qualifications differ from those listed above, the scope of work and final agreed-upon salary may be adjusted to reflect your individual qualifications.

The Apotex Total Rewards package goes beyond base salary. Apotex offers bonus programs based on your position in the organization, you can excel based on our pay-for-performance philosophy. With comprehensive benefits, a pension plan to help you save for retirement and learning and development opportunities, we provide a comprehensive package for your personal and professional development.

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