Packaging Operator - Night shift, 6 month contract (training on morning & afternoon shifts)

Date: Jan 9, 2026

Location:

Markham, Canada, Ontario, L4A1H5

Company: Teva Pharmaceuticals

Job Id: 65802

Who we are

Together, we’re on a mission to make good health more affordable and accessible, to help millions around the world enjoy healthier lives. It’s a mission that bonds our people across nearly 60 countries and a rich, diverse variety of nationalities and backgrounds. Working here means working with the world’s leading manufacturer of generic medicines, and the proud producer of many of the products on the World Health Organization’s Essential Medicines List. Today, at least 200 million people around the world take one of our medicines every single day. An amazing number, but we’re always looking for new ways to continue making a difference, and new people to make a difference with.

The opportunity

Packaging Operator – 6 Month Contract
Location: Markham, Ontario
Training Shift: Days and Afternoons
Assigned shift after training completion: Night shift

Join a fast-paced team where your attention to detail and commitment to quality help deliver trusted products to customers worldwide. As a Packaging Operator, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our products meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.

Shift Schedule Training will begin on one of the following shifts:

Day Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:15 PM
Afternoon Shift: 2:00 PM – 10:15 PM

After training, the role will transition to the Night Shift (10:15 PM - 6:15 AM).

Requirement: Must successfully pass a penicillin allergy test prior to onboarding

How you’ll spend your day

As a Packaging Operator I, you will:

Operate packaging equipment in accordance with the Master Packaging Order (MPO)
Follow EH&S policies, GMPs, and controlled procedures (SOPs, EMs, WIs, JAs)
Perform basic equipment setup, including programming batch info and cleaning/assembly
Troubleshoot and fine-tune equipment within your area of responsibility
Inspect finished products and complete documentation accurately
Maintain a clean and organized packaging area
Support OPEX initiatives (OEE, SMED, RCPS, Kaizen, 5S)
Adhere to Health & Safety procedures and operate equipment properly
Perform other duties as assigned

Your experience and qualifications

Minimum 1 year of pharmaceutical experience
High School diploma or equivalent
Strong mechanical aptitude with high-speed machinery
Solid understanding of Health & Safety procedures (OH&S Act, WHMIS)
Team-oriented mindset with good interpersonal skills
Solid math and writing skills (online assessment required for interview consideration.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us!

At Teva Canada we provide a rewarding and collaborative work experience, with career growth and development opportunities for employees, in a safe and caring environment! The typical hiring range for this position is $20.48 per hour. The base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, education, and internal equity. Beyond base pay, Teva also offers a comprehensive suite of wellness and benefits programs tailored to role and employment type, that continue to rank among the best in our industry! Our competitive offerings are designed to provide flexibility, security, and meaningful choices, empowering employees to thrive both personally and professionally throughout their journey with us.

As part of our commitment to well-being, employees may have access to:

Teva Canada’s choices Benefit Plan including Health, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program & Virtual Health Programs
Retirement Savings Programs
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Time for yourself or those you care about, through paid time for Vacation, Wellness days, Care/Sick days, Teva Days and Volunteer Days
Education Assistance Program
Recognition programs such as Employee Service Awards
Employee Discounts
And much more!

More exciting details on the specific total rewards offerings to be provided at the offer stage depending on the position and employment type hiring for. This position will fill a current vacancy and Teva Canada may use an artificial intelligence (AI) system to assist with the initial screening and evaluation of job applications by analyzing for relevant skills, professional experience, and education, that best match the posted job qualifications. It is important to note that all final decisions in this process are made by a member of the hiring team.

Already Working @TEVA?

If you are a current Teva employee, please apply using the internal career site available on "Employee Central". By doing so, your application will be treated with priority. You will also be able to see opportunities that are open exclusively to Teva employees. Use the following link to search and apply: Internal Career Site

The internal career site is available from your home network as well. If you have trouble accessing your EC account, please contact your local HR/IT partner.

Teva’s Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment

Teva Pharmaceuticals is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is Teva's global policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, veteran status, national or ethnic origin or any other legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable laws. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to support you throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.