We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Production Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of our cGMP-compliant manufacturing facility focused on animal health products. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing all production activities, ensuring compliance with GMP regulations, maintaining high standards of quality and safety, and driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, Animal Health, or related field (e.g., Chemistry, Microbiology, Pharmaceutical Science)

Minimum 5 years' experience in a cGMP-regulated manufacturing environment, ideally within veterinary or pharmaceutical production

Demonstrated leadership in a Production Supervisor or Manager role

Proven knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and regulatory requirements (e.g., APVMA, FDA, EMA)

Experience in batch manufacturing, documentation, equipment validation, and CAPA management

Strong interpersonal, organisational and communication skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office and manufacturing ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Pronto, NetSuite)

Key Responsibilities:

Lead, manage, and coordinate the daily activities of the production team to meet manufacturing targets in line with GMP and company standards

Ensure full compliance with cGMP, SOPs, batch documentation, and regulatory requirements

Plan and schedule production operations in collaboration with planning, QC, and procurement teams

Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) - production output, yield, downtime, quality deviations

Supervise batch manufacture, in-process checks, reconciliation, and release to QA

Maintain and improve site housekeeping, hygiene, and safety standards in accordance with WHS legislation

Identify, investigate, and resolve production issues,



deviations, and non-conformances

Drive lean manufacturing, process improvements, and waste reduction initiatives

Ensure accurate and timely completion of production records, logbooks, and training files

Train, coach, and develop production staff to maintain high standards of performance and compliance

Liaise with maintenance and engineering to ensure equipment is validated, maintained, and functioning optimally

General Responsibilities:

Provide strong and supportive leadership to foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and safety

Act as the key point of contact during internal and external audits (e.g., APVMA GMP inspections)

Ensure all staff are trained, competent, and compliant with current SOPs and regulatory requirements

Implement and monitor standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensure timely reviews and updates

Manage consumables and raw material usage in conjunction with warehouse and procurement teams

Additional Duties:

Contribute to cross-functional meetings and project initiatives (e.g., product transfers, recent product introductions)

Support the Quality Assurance team with investigations, CAPAs, and change controls

Participate in HAZOP, risk assessments, and continuous improvement programs

Undertake any other tasks or responsibilities as reasonably required by management in line with business needs

Personal Attributes:

Practical, 'hands-on' approach to leadership and problem solving

High attention to detail, with a strong focus on quality and compliance

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Adaptable, proactive, and results-driven

Able to work independently while managing a team in a high-performance environment

If you have manufacturing experience in Animal Health or similar, we would be keen to interview you.

📌 Production Manager – cGMP Animal Health (Sydney)
🏢 IAH Sales
📍 Sydney