Production Operator

SALARY PACKAGE

• 1 x Casual Position
• Base Salary + Superannuation
• Free Car Park for all staff on site
• Office perks including office massage & stocked lunchroom
• Strong company culture

ABOUT PARNELL

Parnell Veterinary Pharmaceuticals is a global animal health company based in Alexandria, Sydney that produces sterile veterinary pharmaceuticals, with a focus on innovation and rapid growth. Our innovative products provide veterinarians, producers and pet parents with unique solutions for their animal health needs. We offer personal and professional development opportunities for those who demonstrate the company's core values of Professionalism, Excellence, and Teamwork, Safety and Sterility and an exciting, fast-paced and entrepreneurial work environment.

THE POSITION

We are seeking a full-time Production Operator to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for operating labelling and cartoning machines, visual inspection, and packaging of products in a GMP environment. You will support the filling process, safely move materials, and collaborate with the production team to ensure smooth operations and adherence to quality standards. A strong commitment to safety, accurate documentation, and compliance with company policies will be essential for success in this role.

We will consider candidates that demonstrate the following:

• A team player who enables a culture of execution
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• A strong aptitude to prioritise their work
• A Continuous Improvement mindset with solutions-based thinking
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple tasks.
• Flexibility with scheduling to meet the demands of an evolving workload.
• A proactive attitude and a willingness to take initiative.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Labelling and Cartoning: Operate labelling and cartoning machines and performing size changeovers efficiently in order to meet production targets.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate production records, including labelling, packaging, cleaning, and other logs. Report any issues, equipment malfunctions, or deviations from procedures to the production manager or appropriate personnel.
• Assisting in Filling Process: Support the filling process by performing crating off the filled vials, ensuring proper packaging and transportation of the products.
• Material Movement: Safely operate pallet jacks to move materials and products throughout the production area as required, following established safety protocols.
• Safety and Compliance: Comply with all safety regulations, company policies, and procedures to ensure a safe working environment. Participate in safety training and actively contribute to the maintenance of a safety-first culture.
• Quality Assurance: Adhere to batch documentation and quality control procedures and guidelines to ensure products meet the required specifications and quality standards.

WORK EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Comprehension of written GMP documentation and adherence to SOPs is essential
• Prior experience in a production or manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with production equipment is highly regarded.
• Understanding of continuous improvement methods (e.g. Kaizen, Kanban) is highly regarded
• Ability to lift and move heavy materials up to 20Kg.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize workload effectively.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with team members and follow instructions from supervisors.
• Adherence to safety protocols and a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.

Parnell Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our team and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Only successful candidates will be contacted for interview.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team