Machine Operators – Pharmaceuticals

Machine Operators – Pharmaceuticals

ONLY apply if you are a permanent Australian citizen, live in Brisbane and have reliable transport to arrive at work each day

Due to ongoing business growth, we have a position to fulfill for an EXPERIENCED Capsule and Tablet Machine Operator to ensure our ever growing customers demands are met.

CGS Pharma has now completed a 3rd GMP manufacturing facility which is now up and running, and a plan to introduce a 4th facility in the coming months. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated and pro-active team player who has the commitment to quality and safety in their work.

CGS Pharma is a contract manufacturer of food and health products, manufacturing for many of the well-recognized brands in the health industry. We are looking for talented people to share in our vision and help make CGS Pharma a great place to work.

What's on Offer?

• Permanent position to suitable applicant
• State-of-the-art facilities
• Immediate start where possible.
• Full-time hours offered - Monday - Thursday 6am-2.30pm, Friday 6am-12noon

Key responsibilities include:

• Operate and perform manufacturing processes within a TGA Production Facility
• Perform the tasks required to run and operate the machines efficiently including line clearance tasks and effective management of all raw materials and components.
• Operate capsule and tablet machines to fill capsules and tablets with medicinal formulas.
• Ensure all activities carried out comply with relevant site GMP and OHS&E requirements and be accountable for all documentation generated as part of either the manufacturing or packing processes.
• Ensure batch documents for manufacturing, packaging, in-process, and finished goods are completed accurately for various stages of processing.
• Follow Work Instructions and SOPs.
• Carry Out Pre-Start Safety Checks.
• Carry out all In Process Checks (IPC) as required.
• Minimize waste and maximize yields and efficiencies.
• Quality assurance & quality checking of all batch records
• Participate in problem solving groups where required.
• Have sound knowledge of packaging treatments
• Maintain high safety and quality standards.
• Troubleshoot machinery and diagnostics as required
• Day-to-day tidying and cleaning in a GMP environment
• Adhere to expected Standards Work at all times.
• Other duties as required from time to time

As the successful candidate, you will have:

• Strong GMP/TGA experience preferred, however training will be provided.
• Pharmaceutical, cosmetic, or food manufacturing experience is highly regarded.
• Experience operating a fully automatic capsule machine and/or tablet press is preferred, or a person with high mechanical aptitude as full training will be provided.
• Manual lifting ability required (heavy lifting at times)
• Ability to work efficiently with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• A team player with a proven ability to work unsupervised.
• Own reliable transport and ability to arrive at work on time every day
• Willing to patriciate in random drug tests

Skills and experience highly regarded:

• Willing and positive attitude
• High mechanical aptitude
• Experience in a Pharma, Medical Device, or Food Quality Systems
• Knowledge of GMP/TGA
• Strong English verbal and written communication skills
• Reliability
• Customer and team focused
• Working Numeracy/Literacy and computer skills.
• Fork Lift License beneficial

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 – $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 38 per week

Work Location: In person