The CVS Technician is responsible for supporting commissioning, validation, and equipment set-up activities to ensure systems, equipment, and processes are installed, tested, documented, and ready for operational use. The role works closely with engineering, quality, operations, maintenance, and project teams to verify that equipment and systems meet design, regulatory, safety, and performance requirements.

This is a temporary 18-month assignment supporting project delivery, facility readiness, and operational start-up activities.

What are we looking for?

• Technical experience in engineering, manufacturing, industrial technology, life sciences, or related field.
• Experience in commissioning, validation, equipment start-up, maintenance, or technical operations.
• Understanding of validation lifecycle concepts and documentation practices.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, P&IDs, manuals, and procedures.
• Familiarity with regulated environments such as pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, or similar industries is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and work to project deadlines.
• eMaint experience is an asset.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Support commissioning activities for new or modified equipment, utilities, and systems.
• Assist with equipment start-up, functional testing, troubleshooting, and set-up verification.
• Execute validation protocols including IQ, OQ, and PQ, as applicable.
• Complete and maintain accurate commissioning and validation documentation.
• Verify systems and equipment are installed according to design specifications and user requirements.
• Coordinate punch list items, deviations, and corrective actions through to closure.
• Work with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Quality Assurance, Production, and Maintenance.
• Support FAT, SAT, and site acceptance activities where required.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, safety, quality, and company procedures.
• Assist in preparing SOPs, work instructions, logbooks, and turnover packages.
• Identify and escalate technical issues, risks, and delays impacting project timelines.
• Participate in training and handover activities to operations and end users.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.

• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.

• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.

• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between the below range CAD 86,444.00 - CAD 113,458.00. Please note: This job posting is for an existing vacancy. AI is used as a supporting tool in our recruitment process.