Production Manager
Location: COLLIE, WA
Salary: $150,000 – $170,000 a year.
Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position
Production Manager with pharmaceutical manufacturing experience required, paying up to $170’000 + super Your new company An Australian owned medicinal cannabis manufacturer are looking for a permanent production manager for their Western Australian plant.
Your new role To oversee and manage all production activities within a GMP-regulated medicinal cannabis manufacturing facility. This role ensures that all processes align with regulatory standards, company goals, and quality objectives while optimising efficiency, maintaining product integrity, and fostering a culture of compliance and excellence.
Production Management: Plan, coordinate, and oversee all aspects of the production process, including extraction, formulation, and packaging of medicinal cannabis products. Ensure efficient workflow and optimal use of resources to meet production targets.
Approve and strictly enforce procedures related to GMP production operations. Oversee the maintenance of GMP facility and equipment to ensure consistent operational readiness and compliance. Supervise and validate all critical processes, ensuring validation requirements are thoroughly met.
Compliance: Maintain compliance with GMP standards, Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) regulations, and other relevant regulatory requirements.
Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensure adherence across the production team. Work closely with the Quality Assurance (QA) team to resolve deviations, conduct investigations, and implement corrective actions. Team Leadership:
Supervise and mentor the production team, fostering a culture of excellence, safety, and compliance. Provide oversight and ensure training and performance reviews for team members to maintain high operational standards. Continuous Improvement:
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and maintain product quality. Health & Safety: Ensure the production environment adheres to workplace health and safety standards.
Assist with conducting safety audits and collaborate with QA team to identify and address potential risks. Support the implementation of safety measures and promote a culture of workplace safety amongst production personnel. What you’ll need to succeed
Min 8 years’ experience in a similar role within the pharmaceutical (or related) industry. Experience in the Medicinal Cannabis industry or familiarity with cannabis extraction and manufacturing is highly desirable. Proven experience in a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment, such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, or similar industries.
Full work rights in Australia. Attention to detail and accuracy. Well-organised and able to work to agreed timelines.
MS Office skills, including advanced skills in Excel. Efficient problem-solving and scientific data interpretation skills; and The ability to set priorities, manage simultaneous tasks, and troubleshoot technical problems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills. Minimum Qualifications – Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology, Manufacturing or Process Engineering) or related field. What you’ll get in return
In return, you will receive a salary package of between $150,000 and $170,000 per year + Super + Discretionary bonus. What you need to do now If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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