Company Description Atlas Pharmaceutical, part of Atlas R&D, focuses on nutraceutical contract manufacturing, transforming product concepts into high-quality, market-ready formulations. The company operates with advanced equipment and GMP-compliant processes to produce powders, capsules, tablets, and stick packs in a single integrated facility. Atlas supports both emerging brands and established companies, offering consistent manufacturing, regulatory compliance, and competitive lead times from blending through final packaging. Team members work in an environment that values precision, health-focused innovation, and collaborative problem-solving to deliver reliable products for clients. Applicants can expect a culture centered on quality, safety, and continuous improvement in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical production.
Role Description The Machine Operator – Pharma role is an on-site position based in Cambridge, ON, focused on operating and monitoring pharmaceutical and nutraceutical manufacturing equipment. Day-to-day tasks include setting up machines for scheduled production runs, performing routine checks, and adjusting settings to ensure accurate dosing, mixing, and packaging of products. The role involves following batch records and SOPs, monitoring production parameters, and conducting in-process checks to maintain quality and compliance with GMP standards. The Machine Operator will also handle basic maintenance and cleaning of machinery, use hand tools as needed, and promptly report any equipment issues or deviations. This position requires close collaboration with quality, production, and warehouse teams to ensure safe operations, accurate documentation, and timely completion of production orders.
Qualifications
- Candidates should possess machine-related skills such as Machine Operation and working with Manufacturing Machinery in a GMP or pharma/nutraceutical environment.
- Candidates should possess Quality Control skills, including attention to detail, adherence to SOPs, and basic understanding of regulatory and safety standards.
- Candidates should possess practical skills in using Hand Tools for equipment setup, minor adjustments, and routine maintenance.
- Candidates should possess Communication skills to work effectively with supervisors, quality teams, and colleagues, and to document production activities clearly.
- Additional beneficial qualifications include prior experience in pharmaceutical or nutraceutical manufacturing, familiarity with GMP and HACCP, ability to lift moderate loads and stand for extended periods, and a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong problem-solving skills, reliability in following safety protocols, and willingness to work shifts or extended hours as needed are also advantageous.
