Be better. Live Better. That’s our vision at Pillar5 Pharma. We are a pharmaceutical manufacturing company that makes products people use in their everyday lives. Pillar5 Pharma is seeking a skilled and motivated Facility Mechanic to join our Maintenance team. This hands-on role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving manufacturing and facility equipment within a fast-paced pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This posting is for a future opening.

SALARY

Starting at $32.64

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities on manufacturing lines and facility equipment
• Support production equipment including conveyors, packaging lines, compressors, pumps, HVAC systems, and other mechanical systems
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and complete corrective repairs in a timely manner
• Conduct preventative maintenance activities to improve equipment reliability and performance
• Assist with equipment installations, line changeovers, and facility improvement projects
• Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, and basic electrical issues
  Work collaboratively with Operations, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to support production schedules
• Be available to work extended hours and weekends, when required, to support emergency repairs and minimize operational downtime
• Complete maintenance documentation and work orders in accordance with GMP and company requirements
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working in a manufacturing, industrial, or pharmaceutical environment
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills
  Experience working with manufacturing equipment and automated production lines
• Knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems
• Ability to read technical drawings, manuals, and schematics
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Millwright, Mechanical Technician, or related trade experience considered an asset

SCHEDULE:

• Afternoons: Monday – Thursday (4:00pm – 2:30 am).

Be better. Live Better. That’s our vision at Pillar5 Pharma. We are a pharmaceutical manufacturing company that makes products people use in their everyday lives. Pillar5 Pharma Inc. is seeking Packagers to join our Pharmaceutical Packaging department. As a Packager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient packaging of pharmaceutical products. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

SALARY

Starting at $18.62/hr

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Package pharmaceutical products according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Ensure accuracy and quality of packaging materials.
• Label and document packaged products correctly.
• Operate packaging equipment and machinery.
• Adhere to safety and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production targets.
• Maintaining an organized and clean work environment to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Meet daily packing targets.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience in pharmaceutical packaging preferred.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Knowledge of packing machines and tools is a plus.
• Good knowledge of GMP.

SCHEDULE:

• Days/Afternoons Rotating Shifts: Monday – Thursday (Days: 6:00am – 4:30pm & Afternoons: 4:00pm – 2:30 am).

Pillar5 Pharma Inc. is seeking ambitious people to operate in our aseptic processing equipment lines. As an Aseptic Processing Operator, you will learn to produce ophthalmic pharmaceutical products in a manner that will ensure product safety for our customers. .

SALARY RANGE

Starting at $21.44/hr

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform sterile gowning to allow for working in the aseptic cleanrooms.
• Set up and operate bottle filling machines in a slow and deliberate manner, including the ability to set up outside filling equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Monitor production processes and adjust as necessary to maintain product quality and efficiency.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines to maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Document production activities and maintain accurate records of materials used and products produced.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production targets and deadlines.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior experience in a manufacturing or production environment is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and mathematical skills.
• Proven ability to complete accurate documentation.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment.
• Good communication skills and ability to collaborate with colleagues.
• High school diploma or equivalent. Any courses taken in biology/microbiology is an asset.
• Capable of working all shifts, days, evening and weekend
• Meeting the physical demands of this position, i.e. Standing up to 10-hours per shift

SCHEDULE:

• Days/Afternoon (10 Hour Shifts) Weekly Rotating Shifts: Monday – Thursday

Reporting to the APA Packaging Supervisor the Material Handler/Packager minimizes downtime through material handling and turnovers.  Through trouble shooting, problem solving and follow-up, the role ensures continuous, safe, and efficient production in all processes. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

SALARY RANGE

Starting at $20.69/hr

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Issue and/or verify materials and components
• Calculates yields of finished goods
• Initiates and completes job investigation reports
• Brings correct components to job site, ensures that additional components are issued as needed, moves finished product to the warehouse, and provides material handling duties for other areas as required
• Ensures the completion of all documentation
• Monitors all supplies for availability and expiry dates and places orders when required
• Conduct expiry and label verification, and other documentation reviews
• Ensures that quality issues and investigations are handled immediately and appropriately
• Follows and updates Standard Operating Procedures as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma
• Good mathematical, mechanical and computer skills
• Able to work shifts and meet the physical demands of this position
• Ability to follow written procedures and read schematic drawings
• Excellent time management, organizational, interpersonal, problem solving and communication skills
• Strong technical knowledge of aseptic processing and pharmaceutical packaging
• Experience with fork-lift, SAP system and/or inventory tracking systems, and Good Manufacturing Practices is a must

SCHEDULE

• Weekday, Evening and/or Weekend schedules available

Pillar5 Pharma Inc. is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to join our Aseptic Department as an Aseptic Cleaner. As an Aseptic Cleaner, you will play a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and sterility of our manufacturing facility. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

SALARY RANGE

Starting at $19.54/hr

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform routine cleaning and sanitization of aseptic manufacturing areas, including cleanrooms, equipment, and tools.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure aseptic conditions are maintained.
• Prepare cleaning solutions and ensure proper disposal of waste materials.
• Monitor and report any deviations or issues related to cleanliness and sterility.
• Operate various sterile filling equipment as required, including basic troubleshooting.
• Able to perform other activities as required to fill product aseptically (transfer of components, solution preparation, etc.)
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure efficient and effective cleaning operations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior experience in a similar role, preferably in a pharmaceutical or healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of aseptic cleaning techniques and procedures is preferred.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and procedures and complete accurate documentation.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Capable of working all shifts and meeting the physical demands of the position, including extended periods of standing, reaching, and lifting.

SCHEDULE:

• Weekend Shift – Friday to Sunday – 6:00pm – 4:30am
• Weekday Shift – Monday to Thursday – 9:30pm – 6:00am

Pillar5 Pharma Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Automation Technologist to join our Facilities Department. As an Automation Technologist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our automated systems and equipment. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

SALARY RANGE

$52k – 78k/year

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of automated systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve technical issues.
• Develop and implement automation strategies to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Conduct regular inspections and tests to ensure the proper functioning of equipment.
• Create and update documentation for automation processes and procedures.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and advancements in automation technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Technical Automation or related training.
• Proven experience in maintaining and troubleshooting automated systems.
• Strong knowledge of PLC programming and HMI systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Hands-on experience with Rockwell PLC is highly desirable and considered an asset.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Vision system experience is an asset.

SCHEDULE:

• Weekend Shift: Friday to Sunday 6:00am – 6:00pm
• Evening Shift: Monday to Friday 4:00pm – 2:30am

Pillar5 Pharma is seeking an experienced Reliability Specialist to support the reliability, performance, and long-term lifecycle management of critical manufacturing, utility, and facility assets within our GMP regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. Through the application of reliability engineering, maintenance optimization, and asset management best practices, this role helps drive equipment performance, reduce downtime, support regulatory compliance, and ensure operational readiness across the site.

SALARY RANGE

$80k – 110k/year

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and manage the site’s asset reliability and lifecycle management program for manufacturing, utility, laboratory, and facility equipment.
• Establish asset criticality assessments and reliability strategies to support operational, quality, and business objectives.
• Monitor equipment performance, reliability trends, and asset health to identify opportunities for risk reduction and continuous improvement.
• Support capital planning and asset replacement decisions through equipment condition assessments and lifecycle analysis.
• Maintain asset performance data and reliability metrics within the CMMS, including analysis of downtime, MTBF, MTTR, and maintenance effectiveness.
• Optimize preventive maintenance programs and maintenance strategies using reliability data, failure analysis, and industry best practices.
• Lead or support root cause investigations, reliability improvement initiatives, and implementation of reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) principles.
• Support maintenance-related deviations, CAPAs, change controls, audits, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, Quality, Validation, and external vendors to improve equipment reliability, maintain validated states, and support operational performance.
• Provide technical guidance and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, maintainability, and equipment performance.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline; equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• 3–7+ years of experience in reliability engineering, maintenance engineering, asset management, or a related discipline within a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or other GMP/GxP-regulated industries is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of reliability methodologies, including Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM), and predictive maintenance practices.
• Experience with CMMS platforms (e.g., SAP PM, Blue Mountain) and maintenance planning principles.
• Understanding of critical manufacturing and utility systems, including HVAC, clean utilities, filling equipment, autoclaves, and environmental controls.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Experience supporting aseptic manufacturing environments and professional reliability certifications (e.g., CMRP) are considered assets.

SCHEDULE:

• Day Shift: Monday to Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm

Pillar5 Pharma is seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer / Senior Aseptic Filling Engineer to lead the implementation of new aseptic manufacturing and packaging capabilities within our growing sterile ophthalmic manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for managing complex capital projects from concept through commercial production, ensuring new equipment, systems, and processes are successfully designed, installed, commissioned, validated, and transitioned into operation. Working closely with Quality, Validation, Manufacturing, Maintenance, and Operations, the successful candidate will support the expansion of Pillar5’s aseptic manufacturing capabilities while driving improvements in capacity, reliability, compliance, and operational performance.

SALARY RANGE

$110k – 145k/year

RESPONSIBILITIES:

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• P.Eng designation or eligibility for professional registration is preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of engineering and project management experience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading capital projects, equipment installations, production line expansions, and facility retrofit initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of aseptic filling, packaging, sterilization systems, and sterile manufacturing operations.
• Experience working in GMP-regulated cleanroom environments, including contamination control, environmental monitoring, and Grade A/B aseptic processing.
• Practical experience with Open and Closed RABS systems and aseptic manufacturing technologies.
• Experience preparing and reviewing engineering documentation, including URS, qualification protocols, and validation deliverables.
• Working knowledge of equipment qualification and validation activities including FAT, SAT, DQ, IQ, OQ, and commissioning.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, project management, and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Knowledge of GMP, FDA, ISO, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Experience working with OEMs, contractors, system integrators, and external vendors.
• Familiarity with PLC-controlled systems, automation integration, and manufacturing process equipment is considered an asset.

SCHEDULE:

• Day Shift: Monday to Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm

Pillar5 Pharma is seeking an experienced Facilities Monitoring and Maintenance Quality Specialist to support the reliability, effectiveness, compliance, and continuous improvement of the facility maintenance program within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
This role combines responsibilities related to facilities monitoring, maintenance planning, maintenance quality oversight, asset reliability, and CMMS program support. The specialist works closely with Facilities Operations, Engineering, Validation, Production, and Quality Assurance to ensure maintenance activities are properly planned, executed, documented, and continuously improved to support safe and compliant facility operations.

SALARY RANGE

$75k – 100k/year

RESPONSIBILITIES:

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma or degree in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, Facilities Management, or related technical field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in facilities maintenance, maintenance planning, reliability, or maintenance quality within a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience working in pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, or other GMP-regulated industries preferred.
• Strong understanding of CMMS systems and maintenance planning principles.
• Knowledge of GMP documentation practices and regulated facility requirements.
• Familiarity with facility utility systems including HVAC, water systems, compressed air, and building infrastructure.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience with reliability methodologies, root cause analysis, and maintenance KPI tracking is considered an asset.

SCHEDULE:

• Day Shift: Monday to Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm

Pillar5 Pharma is seeking an experienced HVAC/Facilities Specialist to support the design, operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of cleanroom HVAC systems and facility infrastructure within our regulated manufacturing environment. This role will serve as a technical lead and owner’s representative, working closely with internal stakeholders, contractors, and external engineering consultants to ensure systems are compliant with GMP, ISO cleanroom standards, and operational requirements.

SALARY RANGE

$80k – 100k/year

RESPONSIBILITIES:

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma in HVAC or related field.
• 5+ years of experience with HVAC systems (design, operation, or maintenance).

  

• Experience in cleanroom or regulated environments preferred (pharma, biotech, semiconductor, etc.)

  

• Strong expertise in airflow, filtration, and environmental control strategies.

  

• Experience with BMS/SCADA systems (e.g., Siemens)

  

• Proven ability to review engineering drawings and challenge design decisions

 

• Hands-on experience with troubleshooting and root cause analysis

 

SCHEDULE:

• Day Shift: Monday to Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm