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Position title: Technical Group Leader (NIGHT SHIFT)

Department: B200 Downstream, Upstream, MWS

Duration: Fixed-Term - Contract (24 months)

Location: Toronto, Ontario

We currently have multiple positions open for this role, and the start date is in October 2026.

About the job

Join a global network that powers how Sanofi delivers — seamlessly, purposefully, and at scale. In Manufacturing & Supply, you’ll help reimagine how life-changing treatments reach people everywhere, faster.

Join Sanofi's pioneering B200 operations in Downstream/Upstream/MWS team as a Technical Group Leader, spearheading innovation in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Collaborate with industry experts to drive excellence in operations and lead transformative projects. This exciting opportunity offers a platform to make a tangible impact in the intersection of technology and healthcare.

We are an innovative global healthcare company that helps the world stay ahead of infectious diseases by delivering more than 500 million vaccine doses a year. Across different countries, our talented teams are exploring new technologies to protect people and promote healthy communities. We chase the miracles of science every single day, pursuing Progress to make a real impact on millions of patients around the world.

About Sanofi

We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.

Main Responsibilities:

Administration of Influenza manufacturing activities.

• Schedule and coordinate daily/weekly work of a group of technical staff in B200 as per area requirements.

• Check and review Records, SOP, logbooks/e-logbooks, BPRs/e-BPRs, and monitoring charts for completion and accuracy of all documents as per GMP guidelines.

• Ensure equipment is kept in good GMP condition (with preventive maintenance, validation and calibration)

• Order and ensure adequate chemicals, supplies, and spare parts for equipment

• Train and ensure technical staff comply to GMP and SOP requirements

• Facilitate daily meetings and report findings to management

• Initiate and file deviations and lead investigations

• Coordinate and support units within department (Upstream, Downstream, MWS) and other outside departments (Maintenance, Automation, QO test labs, etc.) and ensure timely completion of production activities.

• Perform other duties as assigned by Department Management throughout all stages of drug substance manufacturing

• Supervise material handling in B200 Shipping, Receiving, and storage areas.

Administration of Data for Influenza manufacturing.

• Coordinate, oversee, and confirm technical staffs completion of SAP activities/transactions

• Capacity planning and scheduling of materials and personnel

• Create work orders for ETS/Maintenance

• Maintain master recipes and production inventory

• Create and maintain process orders with authorization to change orders upon demand

• Ensure all data input is completed accurately and in a timely manner such as investigation data, LIMs, deviation filing, change request forms, etc.

• Perform activities in PCS and review data as required

Perform area specific activities, monitoring, maintenance.

• Perform and delegate production calculations, measurements and release checks. Ensure each cleaning meets standards set in SOP, records, and in accordance with GMP.

• Observe in detail and report any process deficiencies, perform visual inspection of equipment for impurity and damage before and after cleaning.

• Perform and delegate utility sampling and environmental monitoring as required and ensure completion on schedule

• Train technical staff on problem solving and troubleshooting as required.

• Ensure area is inspection ready. Knowledgeable to guide inspectors

Oversight of Health, Safety, and maintenance of GMP environment.

• Train and ensure technical staff comply with HSE requirements

• Ensure operators are equipped and use proper PPE when performing tasks.

• Ensure operations are performed in an ergonomic way and escalate any potential hazards. Help develop proposed solutions.

• Ensure routine HSE checks and inspections are completed in a timely manner.

• Ensure cleaning chemicals and equipment are stored and used as per HSE requirements and have SDS available.

Process improvement, development and preparation of trending reports.

• Coordinate and schedule work of technical staff in facility, equipment, and process improvement projects with Manufacturing Technology (MTech) and facility management (Engineering & Technical Services)

• Write or modify specifications, protocols and reports related to facility, equipment, including SOP's, BPR's.

• Perform activities involved in IQ, OQ, and PQ for new equipment

• Initiate CCR, CAPA in Quality system as needed and manage them until completion as per committed due dates

About You

Experience / Skills / Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years College Diploma in Biochemistry, Microbiology, Bioengineering, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related Life Sciences field.

• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience.

• Preferred Bachelor’s degree (Biochemistry, Microbiology, Bioengineering, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related Life Sciences), with a minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience.

• Proficiency in pharmaceutical manufacturing, protein purification, centrifugation, tangential flow filtration, and cGMP preferred.

• Experience with both Automated and manually operated process equipment.

• Strong understanding of Computerized systems, Data management systems, Quality management systems, SAP, SOPs, automation, and other relevant software/applications.

Hours Of Work:

• Inclusive from Tuesday-Saturday or Sunday-Thursday or Friday to Tuesday from 10:00 p.m. - 06:00 a.m. (Subject to change)

This is subject to change at any time, and it should not be construed as limiting the right of the company to make such change to meet the requirements of the operation.

Why Choose Us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.

• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.

• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.

Mandatory Application Requirement: Your Workday application form must be complete, and a copy of your resume MUST be attached in the Workday application form, at the time you submit your Workday application, otherwise your application will not be considered for this position

Applications received after the official close date will be reviewed on an individual basis.

This position is for a new role that is now open for applications.

Pay rate - $54.52 per hour.

AI Usage

"Artificial Intelligence” refers to any systems that use automated processes, including algorithms and machine learning, to analyze data and make predictions, inferences, decisions, or recommendations without direct human involvement. These systems may process personal information to identify patterns, improve services, or support decision-making. The Company may use Artificial Intelligence for purposes including, but not limited to, resume screening and hiring, scheduling interviews or meetings, conducting surveys, matching skills with potential job openings, interview scoring, ensuring compliance with regulations applicable to our industry, and activities related to performance evaluation. Information collected and processed by the Company’s Artificial Intelligence systems may include the personal information detailed above and calendar availability. It excludes the information collected and processed for monitoring purposes. You should contact Human Resources if you have a question or concern regarding your personal information. You can also contact Canada’s Privacy Officer via Sanofi’s data subject request portal, Data Subject Rights Webform. The Data Subject Rights Webform can also be used to request access or correction of your personal information and file a complaint.

Sanofi is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.

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All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.

Toute compensation sera déterminée en fonction de l'expérience démontrée. Les employés peuvent être admissibles à participer aux programmes d'avantages sociaux de l'entreprise. Des informations supplémentaires sur les avantages sociaux peuvent être trouvées ici.