Job Description
Production Operator - Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
n
WHO ARE WE?
n
MployHR is a proudly Australian-owned labour hire, recruitment, and HR services business with a strong presence across Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane.
n
OUR CLIENT
n
We are partnering with a well-established Australian manufacturer operating within the pharmaceutical and healthcare manufacturing industry, with a strong focus on product quality, safety, and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
n
ABOUT THE ROLE
n
We currently have an opportunity for a permanent Production Operator to join a busy manufacturing environment. This is a long-term permanent position with our client, offering the opportunity to develop your skills and build a career within the production team.
n
The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting filling and packing operations while ensuring products are manufactured efficiently, safely, and in accordance with GMP, OHS requirements, and company procedures.
n
This role will suit someone with previous experience in pharmaceutical, food manufacturing, filling, packing, or semi-automated production environments who is comfortable operating machinery and working to strict quality standards.
n
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
n
n
Perform line clearances and line preparations before production runs.
n
Operate filling, capping, labelling, printing, shrink-wrapping, taping, and other production equipment.
n
Set up and start bottle filling, tube filling, cartoning, and packing lines where required.
n
Receive and count packaging components supplied from the warehouse.
n
Prepare packaging materials for production and return unused materials to the warehouse.
n
Identify and attach status labels to bulk, packaging, and finished goods.
n




Transfer completed finished goods to the warehouse.
n
Assist with transferring required raw materials to the dispensing area.
n
Perform batch and product changeovers efficiently and according to production requirements.
n
Complete product and packaging reconciliation duties and assist with investigations when required.
n
Monitor production equipment and report any faults, unsafe conditions, or equipment issues to the Production Supervisor or Team Leader.
n
Troubleshoot and investigate production issues where required.
n
Complete production activities in accordance with GMP, SOPs, and production procedures.
n
Maintain a clean, organised, and protected production area at all times.
n
Work closely with the Production Supervisor and Production Team Leader to achieve production and quality targets.
n
n
WHAT WE'R LOOKING FOR:
n
n
Minimum 1 year of experience in pharmaceutical, food manufacturing, production, filling, or packaging environments is highly regarded.
n
Previous experience operating semi-automated filling, packing, or manufacturing machinery.
n
Strong understanding of quality, safety, and workplace procedures.
n
Ability to follow GMP, SOPs, and detailed production instructions.
n
Good attention to detail, particularly when working with batch and product information.
n
Ability to perform basic machine setup, adjustments, and troubleshooting.
n
Good English communication skills, including the ability to read and follow written procedures.
n
Physically capable of performing production and manual handling duties.
n
Reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work effectively within a team.
n
Willingness to learn and adapt to different production processes and equipment.
n
n
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates with relevant experience will be contacted.

📌 Production Operator - Pharmaceutical Manufacturing (Victoria)
🏢 Mploy HR Group
📍 Victoria