Production Manager — Nanoparticle & Polymer ManufacturingFerronova Pty Ltd · Adelaide, South Australia · Full time · On-site
About FerronovaFerronova is an Adelaide-based medical technology company developing next-generation tools for cancer surgery and imaging.
Our FerroTrace® magnetic nanoparticle tracer and FerroMag® magnetometer platform are designed to help surgeons more accurately locate and remove cancer-affected lymph nodes.
We're an R&D-stage; business where the work is hands-on, the science is genuinely novel, and the people who join now help shape how we build.The RoleWe're looking for a Production Manager to lead the development, optimisation and scale-up of our nanoparticle and polymer synthesis processes.
Reporting to the CEO and working alongside our R&D; and production teams, you'll take manufacturing methods from the bench toward robust, reproducible, regulation-ready production — making sure every process is safe, compliant and built to last.This is a pivotal role for someone who enjoys solving hard process-engineering problems and wants their work to translate directly into a real clinical product.What you'll doDesign and oversee experiments to scale up and optimise nanoparticle and polymer processesDevelop scalable, reproducible and robust manufacturing methods, in collaboration with team members and consultantsTroubleshoot process performance issues and lead root-cause analysisAnalyse data and write comprehensive reports for submission to regulatory bodies, including characterisation reports, manufacturing records and certificates of analysisAuthor and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Project Working Instructions (PWIs)Carry out manufacturing to defined PWIs, SOPs and methodologiesMaintain GMP laboratory compliance, including disinfection and environmental monitoring during productionAssist with the purchase,



installation and qualification of new laboratory equipment, and perform maintenance, calibration and verificationConduct risk assessments to ensure chemicals are handled, stored and disposed of safelyKeep the laboratory a safe working environment and support routine inspectionsEnsure compliance with Ferronova's internal procedures, regulatory requirements and international standardsCollaborate with manufacturing partners (CDMOs) and supply chains to transition manufacturing to commercialisationWhat you'll bringA Masters or PhD in Chemical Engineering or a related disciplineExperience in a manufacturing facility, ideally in pharmaceuticals or medical devicesHands-on experience in nanoparticle and polymer synthesis and analysisWorking knowledge of cGMP and ISO ***** requirementsExperience with automation and equipment integration for process development and controlVendor and supply-chain management skillsStrong knowledge of safe chemical handlingHigh attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilityExcellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a small teamGood organisation and time management, with a focus on timely deliveryProficiency with MS Office, Google Workspace and ChemWatchThe detailsLocation: Adelaide, Australia (on-site)Department: Research & DevelopmentReports to: CEOEmployment type: Full-timeTravel: Some domestic and international travel required; formal attire when meeting key clients and stakeholdersWhy join usJoin a small, ambitious team building genuinely new technology with the potential to improve cancer care worldwide.
You'll have real ownership over how we scale our manufacturing, direct access to leadership, and the chance to see your work move from the lab toward the clinic.Ready to help bring a breakthrough cancer technology to life?
Apply now.Ferronova is an equal opportunity employer.
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

📌 Production Manager (Adelaide)
🏢 Ferronova
📍 Adelaide