Production Operators & Packers

Elite Staffing Solutions; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing long-term opportunity

Competitive hourly rates

Shift allowances

Modern and clean pharmaceutical site

Supportive team environment

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Elite Staffing Solutions is recruiting experienced Production Operators and Packers for a leading pharmaceutical facility in Boronia, Victoria. This fast-paced role requires attention to safety, quality, and teamwork within a clean, regulated manufacturing environment.

Successful candidates will have at least 6 months of production experience in food or pharma, with strong mechanical aptitude. Training and development opportunities are available, and ongoing long-term employment is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience as production worker in food or pharma.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, food manufacturing, FMCG, or industrial environments is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production lines and assist in fast-paced packing.
• Set up machines and perform changeovers if trained.
• Conduct routine equipment and product quality checks.
• Maintain production output and quality standards.
• Report machine/line faults or issues.
• Follow GMP, hygiene, and safety procedures.
• Complete production documentation accurately.
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance; work with production and maintenance teams.

Skills

Production core tasks

Attention to detail

teamwork

GMP awareness

Tools

Quality checks

Job description

Elite Staffing Solutions is a trusted provider of recruitment and labour hire services, known for delivering high-performing, flexible workforce across Australia.
We are recruiting experienced Production Operators and Packers for a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing facility based in Boronia. Seeking reliable and motivated individuals with previous process working experience to join a fast-paced production environment on an ongoing basis.

This is an excellent opportunity to secure long-term permanent employment with a reputable pharmaceutical manufacturer offering stable hours and specialized training.

About the Role

Working within a clean and highly regulated manufacturing environment, as a production operator you will be overseeing production lines, assisting in fast-paced packing products, quality checking and line maintenance.

Successful candidates will be comfortable working in a fast-paced production setting and have a strong focus on safety, quality, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Fast paced packing activities and production line assistance.
• If trained, set up machines and perform changeovers when required.
• Conduct routine equipment and product quality checks.
• Maintain production output and quality standards
• Identify and report machine/production line faults or issues
• Follow GMP, hygiene, and safety procedures at all times
• Complete production documentation accurately
• Assist with cleaning and maintaining work areas and equipment
• Work collaboratively with production and maintenance teams

Skills & Experience To be successful in this role, you will ideally possess:

• Minimum 6 months experience as production worker in food or pharma
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability
• Experience within pharmaceutical, food manufacturing, FMCG, or industrial environments highly regarded
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Understanding of GMP or regulated manufacturing environments advantageous
• Reliable transport and flexibility to work day, afternoon or night shifts
• Open to limited and unlimited working rights applicants residing in Australia

What’s on Offer

Day Shift: 7.00 AM - 3.00 PM
Afternoon Shift: 3.00 PM - 11.00 PM
Night Shift: 11.00 PM - 7.00AM

• Ongoing long-term opportunity
• Competitive hourly rates and shift allowances
• Modern and clean pharmaceutical facility
• Supportive team environment
• Training and development opportunities

About Us

At Elite Staffing Solutions, we partner with industry-leading businesses across manufacturing, warehousing, food and pharmaceutical sectors to deliver high-quality workforce solutions throughout Australia.

If you are looking to build a long-term career within pharmaceutical manufacturing, we would love to hear from you.