Process Engineer

Pharmapod; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous monthly product allowance

Secure onsite parking

Paid parental leave

Salary continuance and TPD insurances

Employee assistance/wellbeing

Ongoing training and development

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Supportive, collaborative environment

Job summary

PharmaCare in Prestons seeks a Process Engineer (Mechanical) to analyse manufacturing processes, drive quality and efficiency, and ensure compliance with TGA and GMP standards. The role focuses on identifying improvement opportunities and leading investigations within a regulated nutraceutical/pharmaceutical environment.

You will collaborate with Production, Quality, Validation and R&D teams to scale up new products, support CAPA and change control, and contribute to ongoing continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelors or above in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years in pharmaceutical manufacturing preferred.
• Experience with CAD drawings and process mapping.
• Knowledge of Australian GMP codes and CI tools.
• Experience with CAPA, RCA and validation protocols.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of engineering and capital projects from concept to commissioning.
• Assist with specification, installation, qualification and validation of equipment.
• Prepare and maintain 2D CAD drawings for installations and modifications.
• Analyse manufacturing processes to improve safety, quality and reliability.
• Participate in process optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support RCA and CAPA activities and change control.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

2D CAD

Process optimisation

GMP knowledge

Root cause analysis

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical)

Science degree (optional)

Tools

JDE or SAP

Job description

Introduction

About us

At PharmaCare, we are dedicated to enriching people's lives through improved health and wellness. As an Australian born and built success story we are proud of our heritage and remain a 100% Australian owned and family operated business. We have built on our success at home and now have sales and marketing operations around the globe, where we sell and market some of our well-known and trusted brands.

PharmaCare has tripled its work force and production output over the last 3 years. Our rapid growth has seen massive investment committed to our operation with $20M planned over the next 24 months. Recent developments have seen the operation double its footprint with further expansion on the horizon.

Our success comes from our performance led culture, and we want our people to succeed. We encourage ownership and integrity with an entrepreneurial flair. Based in Prestons, we live the life we promote.

We are family owned with a global reach; our products are found in pharmacies, supermarkets, department and variety stores all over the world.

Extras we know you’ll love

• Generous monthly product allowance to support your health and wellbeing
• Secure onsite parking
• Paid parental leave, subsidised private health insurance
• Salary continuance and TPD insurances fully paid
• Employee assistance/wellbeing initiatives
• Ongoing training and development programs
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• A supportive, fun and collaborative working environment

Description

About the role

The Process Engineer (Mechanical) is responsible for supporting and analysing manufacturing processes, to enhance product quality, ensure compliance, and drive efficiency/optimisation improvements.

Working within a TGA/GMP-regulated nutraceutical/pharmaceutical environment, this role involves identifying process/formulation improvement opportunities, leading RCAs (Root Cause Investigations) and supporting CAPA (Corrective & Preventative Action) implementation, whilst fostering a CI (Continuous Improvement) culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the delivery of engineering and capital projects from concept through to commissioning and implementation.
• Assist with the specification, installation, qualification, and validation of new manufacturing equipment.
• Prepare, update, and maintain 2D CAD drawings to support equipment installations, facility modifications, and engineering projects.
• Analyse manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, safety, quality, and reliability.
• Participate in process optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.
• Support root cause investigations (RCA) and corrective and preventative action (CAPA) activities.
• Assist with troubleshooting production and equipment-related issues.
• Collaborate with R&D teams to support the scale-up of new products and formulations into commercial production.
• Support change control activities and engineering documentation updates.
• Contribute to qualification and validation activities including IQ, OQ and PQ protocols.
• Work closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Validation, Supply, and Research & Development teams.

Skills And Experiences

About you

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial) or a related technical field.
• (Optional) Tertiary qualifications in a Science related discipline.
• A proven factory production or manufacturing background with minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical industry (preferred).
• Proven experience with 2D CAD drawings capability.
• Proven experience in process optimisation, quality systems, and continuous improvement.
• Working knowledge and ability to interpret the Australian Code of GMP.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience with root cause analysis tools (e.g. Fishbone, 5 Whys, FMEA).
• Experience with process mapping, validation protocols, and quality risk management.
• Strong interpersonal skills & a team player mindset. Proactive, hands-on, and solutions driven.
• Detail-oriented, with a high level of accuracy and accountability.
• Adaptable and capable of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Intermediate working level with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and JDE or SAP.

The ideal candidate will be a highly analytical and detail-oriented individual with a strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement. They will possess excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing process inefficiencies. The candidate must have a collaborative mindset, working effectively across departments to drive improvements while maintaining a strong focus on compliance with TGA and GMP regulations. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential, as they will need to clearly present data, recommendations, and improvements to cross-functional teams and senior management. The successful candidate will be adaptable, capable of managing multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, consistently demonstrating a "can-do" attitude and dedication to operational excellence