MSD Production Technologist 

Australia, Victoria 

871257046

Job Description

• Permanent Full-timeposition with competitive renumeration and benefits

• Work with a dedicated and welcoming team at the Bendigo, VIC, Manufacturing site

• Upskill and growth in an area your passionate about , whilst being fully supported and encouraged.

• Join a Trusted Global Leading Animal Health organisation

• Graduates and experienced candidates all welcome to apply

The primary responsibility of the Production Technologist is to perform Direct and Indirect activities associated with the manufacture of intermediates (media & antigen) and final vaccine material as per the Production Schedule and in accordance with local Regulatory and GMP requirements.

Of critical importance to the successful execution of this role is the demonstration of the following:

• Model company Leadership & Inclusive Behaviours including Safe by Choice & Ways of Working.

• Apply MPS tools and methodology to lead and support investigations and CAPA implementation.

• Support strategies for growth and technical process advancement in Production.

• Prepare, stage, use and maintain a variety of mechanical or laboratory equipment.

• Follow standard operating procedures and ensure Good Documentation Practices.

• Participate in Site Tier (communication) Process.

• Participate in competency-based training programs, and priority & development setting.

The Production Technologist sits within the Manufacturing Division and reports directly to the area Line Lead.

Environment, Health & Safety:

• Proactively contribute to Hazard & Near Miss identification, incident investigation and corrective & preventative actions.

• Participate in Safe by Choice Discussions within Department Tier 1 meetings.

• Cooperate with Management with respect to any action taken to comply with the EHS requirements.

• Model Safe by Choice and Inclusive behaviours within Production and across broader business.

Operations Effectiveness:

• In consultation with the Line Lead and or Operations Coach or delegate, facilitate preparation and implementation of detailed production plans in accordance with production schedule.

• Ensure batch documentation and associated logs, forms and labels are approved and / or available prior to requirement date.

• Support key Maintenance and Validation activities to ensure schedules are met with minimal interruption or downtime to production.

Production:

• Perform manufacturing activities associated with the manufacture of intermediates (media & antigen) and final vaccine.

• Ensure materials and equipment are available and within date prior to scheduled manufacture.

• Prepare, stage, use and maintain a variety of mechanical or laboratory equipment.

• Ensure equipment is clean and in safe working order prior to use and is deemed “Fit for Purpose” on return to service post Event (Maintenance). Recommend purchase of new or replacement equipment.

• Ensure Good housekeeping in the work area in accordance with company and relevant quality standards.

• Meet global Schedule Attainment for production manufacture.

• Collaborate with other Departments as required.

• Notify and escalate any issues which may impact on the Production Schedule to the Line Lead, Operational Coach, Production Manager or delegate.

Records, Reporting and Reconciliation:

• Perform the operational review and verification of Batch Records and ensure BPR corrections are completed within agreed timelines.

• Participate in routine cycle counts and end of process returns to ensure inventory accuracy.

• Support Master Data review and Process Mapping to ensure SAP is accurate.

Compliance:

• Follow standard operating procedures and ensure Good Documentation Practices.

• Meet Global Compliance reporting measures for department (Deviations, CAPA, Change Control, Audits).

• Support and participate in department and cross functional Event investigations and CAPA actions.

• Lead & Support Change Management.

• Support and participate in Compliance Audits (Housekeeping / Internal / Regulatory / Divisional) including CAPA action assignment and tracking to closure.

• Adhere to the Document Work Plan (DWP) review cycles. Maintain and develop new documentation in accordance with company relevant quality standards.

• Support the Holistic Environmental Monitoring program.

• Support activities required to adhere to AHQM sub chapters associated with Manufacturing.

What You Must have

• Experience working in a regulated and or manufacturing environment (advantageous)

• Bachelor of Science or equivalent qualifications (advantageous)

• Understanding of GMP and Quality Systems

• Basic computer skills (Word/Outlook/Excel)

• Strong verbal and written communication, organization and teamwork skills

• Understanding of Aseptic Processes and GMP behaviours

• Basic Math and exposure to Data Analysis

What You Can Expect

• Work whilst being supported, encouraged and being part of a trusted Global Leading Animal Health organisation

• Exposure to upskill and develop in your role

• Flexibility and opening doors to other opportunities and skillsets

• Joining acollaborativeteam oflikeminded individuals

Current Contingent Workers apply