Specialty Probiotics Australia – Ormeau QLD
The Encapsulation Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining encapsulation packaging equipment in a TGA-licensed facility specializing in probiotic manufacturing.
This role ensures compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) regulations, and company quality standards to produce high-quality probiotic products.
Key Responsibilities
1. Equipment Operation & Production
- Operate, adjust, and troubleshoot encapsulation filling machines to ensure effective production.
- Perform machine setup, calibration, and changeovers for different product runs.
- Monitor and control parameters such as capsule fill weight, sachet sealing integrity, and packaging accuracy.
- Ensure smooth operation by minimizing downtime and reporting maintenance issues.
2. Compliance & Quality Control
- Follow TGA, GMP, and SOPs to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Conduct in-process quality checks (e.g., weight variation, moisture content, seal integrity).
- Accurately document batch records, logbooks, and other production-related paperwork.
- Work with Quality Assurance to resolve non-conformances and implement corrective actions.
3. Cleaning & Maintenance
- Perform regular cleaning and sanitization of equipment and work areas per GMP standards.
- Assist in routine and preventative maintenance of machines.




- Ensure a clean and organized workspace to meet hygiene and cross-contamination prevention requirements.
4. Safety & Continuous Improvement
- Adhere to workplace health and safety (WHS) policies and report hazards.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
- Work collaboratively with team members to meet production targets and deadlines.
Qualifications & Experience
- Experience operating encapsulation filling machines in a pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, or food manufacturing environment.
- Understanding of TGA and GMP compliance in a regulated facility.
- Solid attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs and batch manufacturing records.
- Basic mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot equipment issues.
- Experience in probiotic or powder-based product manufacturing.
- Forklift license (preferred but not required).
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, or Continuous Improvement methodologies.
- Team Player: Works well in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Problem Solver: Quickly identifies and resolves production issues.
- Detail-Oriented: Ensures accuracy in documentation and quality control.
- Safety-Focused: Adheres to all WHS and hygiene protocols.
Work Conditions
- Day shift based role starting at 7:00am
- Work in a temperature-controlled, cleanroom environment with PPE requirements.
- Standing for extended periods and lifting materials up to *****kg.
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