Production Operator - Cultivation & Manufacturing

Cann Group Limited; Mildura; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Cann Group Limited is recruiting a Production Operator for our Cultivation and Manufacturing teams in Mildura, Victoria. You will support safe, efficient, GMP-compliant production of medicinal cannabis products within a regulated facility.

Join a collaborative team responsible for cultivation, processing and manufacturing activities, with shift work possible. Applicants should have STEM qualifications and a valid Victorian driver’s licence.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Science, Agricultural Science, Production Horticulture, Manufacturing or another relevant STEM discipline (preferred).
• Current Victorian Driver Licence.
• Ability to successfully complete pre-employment medical, security screening and National Police Check.

Responsibilities

• Cultivation: Propagation, transplanting, fertigation, mother stock maintenance, harvesting and plant health management.
• Manufacturing/Production: Operate equipment, process materials per GMP, clean rooms and facilities, coordinate material transfers.
• General Responsibilities: Follow SOPs/GMP, complete production records, report faults, escalate issues, maintain QMS documentation, training participation, safe working practices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation

Teamwork

Time management

Computer literacy

Education

Science/Engineering/STEM discipline

Job description

Production Operator - Cultivation & Manufacturing

Posted: 06/08/2026

Closing Date: 02/10/2026

Job Type: Casual

Job Category: Agriculture,Horticulture,Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics,Operations

About Cann Group Limited

Cann Group Limited is enhancing patients’ lives by developing, producing, and supplying innovative cannabis medicines. The Company has built world-class research, cultivation and GMP manufacturing facilities in Melbourne, and a state-of-the-art large-scale cultivation and GMP manufacturing facility near Mildura, Victoria. Cann Group supplies a range of dried flower and oil products, as well as active pharmaceutical ingredients and extracts, to customers in Australia and around the world. Cann Group also owns Satipharm and its patent-protected capsule technology.
Learn more at: www.canngrouplimited.com | www.satipharm.com

About the role,

We are seeking motivated and reliable Production Operators to join our Mildura team.These roles operate across our Cultivation and Manufacturing (Production) departments and are responsible for supporting the safe, efficient and compliant production of medicinal cannabis products within a highly regulated GMP environment.Working as part of a collaborative team, you will contribute to the cultivation, processing and manufacture of medicinal cannabis while ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety and compliance are maintained.Shift work may be required depending on operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities,

Depending on your area of responsibility, duties may include:

Cultivation

• Participate in all stages of the cultivation lifecycle including propagation, transplanting, fertigation, mother stock maintenance, harvesting and plant health management.
• Monitor crop health and assist with integrated pest and disease management (IPDM).
• Operate cultivation equipment, fertigation and climate control systems.
• Perform cultivation area cleaning and facility upkeep.
• Assist with research and development activities.
• Participate in scheduled drug movement activities.
• Assist with procurement, inventory management and restocking of production supplies.

Manufacturing / Production

• Operate specialised production equipment and manufacturing systems.
• Process medicinal cannabis materials in accordance with GMP requirements.
• Clean equipment, production rooms and facilities.
• Handle raw materials and controlled cannabis products safely and accurately.
• Assist with equipment commissioning, troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
• Coordinate material transfers between cultivation and production teams.

General Responsibilities

• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
• Complete production records, batch documentation and labelling accurately.
• Operate machinery safely and report equipment faults.
• Escalate quality, production, safety and security issues promptly.
• Participate in deviation investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate inventory and documentation within Cann's Quality Management System (QMS).
• Attend team meetings and complete required training.
• Work safely while maintaining a clean, organised workplace.

About you,

You enjoy working in a fast-paced production environment and take pride in producing quality work. You are reliable, safety-focused and thrive working within structured procedures.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Science, Agricultural Science, Production Horticulture, Manufacturing or another relevant STEM discipline (preferred).
• Current Victorian Driver Licence.
• Ability to successfully complete pre-employment medical, security screening and National Police Check.

Experience

• Experience in manufacturing, production, horticulture, agriculture or a regulated production environment is highly regarded.
• Experience operating industrial machinery or automated equipment is advantageous.
• Experience within GMP, food manufacturing or clean room environments is desirable.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow documented procedures accurately.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Comfortable using computer systems including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to identify issues and elevate appropriately.
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality.
• Ability to work independently while meeting team KPIs.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing operational priorities.

Working Conditions,

• Physical role involving lifting, pushing and pulling up to 15kg.
• Frequent standing, walking and repetitive hand movements.
• Work within cultivation and manufacturing environments with temperatures ranging approximately 20°C–32°C.
• Shift work, weekends and public holidays may be required.
• Significant exposure to cannabis plant material. This role may not be suitable for individuals with allergies to cannabis, pollen, asthma or hay fever.

Why Join Cann Group?,

• At Cann Group you'll become part of an innovative Australian company at the forefront of medicinal cannabis manufacturing.
• We offer:
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• State-of-the-art cultivation and GMP manufacturing facilities.
• Opportunities to learn and develop new technical skills.
• Ongoing training and career development.
• The opportunity to contribute to improving patients' lives through innovative medicines.

• Cann Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
• Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia.
• The successful applicant will be required to complete a National Police Check, pre-employment medical assessment and security screening.