Manufacturing Associate Jobs in Markham, ON (NOW HIRING)

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies. In over 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 61,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of ca. 900 laboratories in 61 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products. In 2025, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 7.296 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years. Eurofins CDMO Alphora Inc. develops and manufactures new therapeutics to improve the lives and health of patients. Eurofins CDMO Alphora provides contract research & development services to global pharmaceutical and biotech companies, developing their processes and manufacturing their bulk drug substances (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients -“API’s”) as well as finished dosage products (tablets, capsules, suspensions) for supply to clinical trials and commercial requirements. Eurofins CDMO Alphora provides a rich and technologically challenging environment with a continuing flow of interesting projects. Our employees work in close concert with clients throughout the development process to achieve their program objectives. Eurofins CDMO Alphora Inc. is growing its state-of-the-art organization, with continued investments in modern facilities, equipment, and instrumentation while providing a rich environment for employees to develop their technical skills and careers paths. Job Description The QA Associate – Biologics is accountable to the QA Manager, Biologics and plays a key role in supporting Eurofins CDMO Alphora Inc.’s compliance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) to ensure the production of safe and efficacious clinical and commercial pharmaceuticals on behalf of our clients and their patients. The QA Associate – Biologics supports quality oversight of GMP activities within the Biologics operating unit, including the development and commercialization of biotechnology-derived pharmaceuticals such as monoclonal antibodies (mAbs), mammalian-based therapeutic proteins, and antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) candidates. Biologics GMP operations include a clinical GMP cleanroom suite, GMP analytical/QC laboratory, and large-scale GMP manufacturing facility with sterile fill-finish capabilities. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Support the QA Manager, Biologics in providing quality oversight for GMP activities across the Biologics operating unit, including facilities, bulk processing operations, fill-finish operations, and analytical activities. Quality Oversight Provide production support including equipment and line clearances. Perform oversight of batch manufacturing and final product packaging operations Support the review/assess change controls. Perform logbook issuance, reconciliation and routine GDP inspections Support the development and implementation of the Environmental Monitoring Program and Contamination Control Strategy Participate/lead quality oversight initiatives as assigned. Batch Review and Release Review executed batch records and production cleaning study reports for accuracy, completeness and compliance to established cGMP or other regulatory standards. Support assignment of batch disposition to Product’s manufactured/tested at Alphora – ensure all testing and manufacturing records have been reviewed for compliance to GMP and SOPs prior to assignment of disposition. Compile batch release documentation packages and related certification statements. Testing Data Review and Release Review/approve analytical data and protocols for standard qualification, stability, method qualification and method validation protocols for accuracy, completeness and compliance. Review/approve quality control lab data for raw materials, in-process controls, intermediates and final products for accuracy, completeness and compliance to cGMP or other applicable regulatory standards. Assign disposition to purchased incoming materials Deviations and Investigations Support the development of investigation plans, conducting investigations, root cause analysis, risk and impact assessments, determination of CAPA, and final report issuance. Provide support, guidance and training to other departments. Collaborate with clients as required. QMS Support Participate in the development and continuous improvement of quality systems, policies and procedures based on quality system data/KPIs and Regulations. Contribute to writing and review of over Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Audit Support Assist in preparation/coordination of customer and regulatory agency audits. Support and/or direct internal company audits. Contribute to QA department meetings by providing project status reports as well as identifying and leading continuous improvement activities. Participate in opportunities to develop knowledge of cGMP and business operations. Represent Alphora QA on client projects, as assigned. Qualifications The ideal candidate will have: BSc; specialization in Biochemistry, Microbiology, or related discipline is preferred 2-5 years of pharmaceutical quality experience Experience with development, manufacture, packaging and testing of pharmaceuticals Strong understanding of cGMP and related Regulations Experience with Biologic pharmaceutical, in particular mAbs and ADCs is an asset Sterile fill / aseptic processing experience preferred. Strong written and verbal skills are a priority A proficiency for multi-tasking Excellent interpersonal skills Good time management and project management skills A focus on attention to detail Be goal orientated and results driven A desire to learn and for continuous development Additional Information The starting annual base compensation for this position is $70,000 CAD. The actual offer, reflecting the total compensation package plus benefits, will be determined by a number of factors which include but are not limited to the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Disclaimer: Salary information posted on sites other than the official careers page does not reflect the organization’s compensation and may represent estimated ranges provided by third-party job boards. The organization offers competitive wages and a comprehensive total rewards package, which will be discussed during the interview process. At Eurofins CDMO Alphora, we leverage artificial intelligence (AI) technology to support our recruitment process, including preliminary screening of applications and resumes. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers. This posting is for a current vacancy and the successful candidate will start as soon as possible. At Eurofins we offer excellent full-time benefits including health & dental coverage, life and disability insurance, RRSP with 3% company match, paid holidays, paid time off. Accommodation: Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request via the website at www.eurofins.ca. As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received international recognition as a great place to work. To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website at www.eurofins.ca We thank all applicants within commuting distance of GTA, Ontario for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. NO AGENCIES, CALLS OR EMAILS PLEASE