Production Technologist

MSD; Bendigo; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD in Bendigo, VIC, Australia, is seeking a Production Technologist to join a global animal health manufacturing team. The role focuses on hands-on production of media, antigen and vaccine material in line with GMP and regulatory requirements.

You will work within the Manufacturing Division reporting to the Line Lead, contributing to quality, safety and continuous improvement. Key responsibilities include batch documentation, equipment readiness, and collaboration to maintain production

Qualifications

• Experience in a regulated or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Understanding of aseptic processes and GMP behaviours.
• Basic maths skills and exposure to data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform manufacturing activities for intermediates and final vaccine material.
• Prepare, stage, use and maintain mechanical and laboratory equipment.
• Ensure materials and equipment are available and within date prior to manufacture.
• Support production planning, batch documentation and schedule adherence.
• Assist with maintenance and validation activities to minimise downtime.
• Conduct batch record review and verification, including timely BPR corrections.
• Support cycle counts, inventory accuracy and SAP master data review.

Skills

Analytical

GMP Operations

Laboratory Processes

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor of Science or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description Production Technologist Permanent full-time role with competitive remuneration and benefits Based In Bendigo, VIC, Australia

Join a global animal health manufacturing team focused on quality, safety and continuous improvement Play a key role in the manufacture of intermediates and final vaccine material As a Production Technologist, you will perform direct and indirect activities supporting the manufacture of media, antigen and final vaccine material in line with the production schedule and local regulatory and GMP requirements. This is a hands‑on role within the Manufacturing Division, reporting to the Line Lead.

What You Will Do

Operations and Production

• Perform manufacturing activities for intermediates and final vaccine material
• Prepare, stage, use and maintain mechanical and laboratory equipment
• Ensure materials and equipment are available and within date prior to manufacture
• Support production planning, batch documentation and schedule adherence
• Assist with maintenance and validation activities to minimise downtime
• Conduct batch record review and verification, including timely BPR corrections
• Support cycle counts, inventory accuracy and SAP master data review

Safety and Compliance

• Follow SOPs and maintain Good Documentation Practices
• Contribute to hazard and near miss identification, incident investigations and CAPA
• Participate in Safe by Choice discussions and model inclusive behaviours
• Support compliance audits, event investigations, change management and environmental monitoring
• Maintain good housekeeping and ensure equipment is fit for purpose and safe to use
• Support adherence to relevant quality standards and manufacturing requirements

Continuous Improvement and Ways of Working

• Apply MPS tools and methodologies to support investigations and CAPA implementation
• Contribute to technical process advancement and growth strategies in Production
• Participate in Site Tier communication processes and cross-functional tier meetings
• Support cost mitigation and innovation initiatives that improve manufacturing performance
• Participate in competency‑based training, priority setting and development planning

People and Coordination

• Escalate issues that may impact the production schedule
• Coordinate activities during periods of leave or offsite work where required
• Raise purchase requisitions and manage limit orders as needed
• Perform SAP transactions within required timeframes

What You Must Have

Experience in a regulated or manufacturing environment preferred

Bachelor of Science or equivalent qualification advantageous

Understanding of GMP and quality systems

Basic computer skills, including Word, Outlook and Excel

Strong verbal and written communication, organisation and teamwork skills

Understanding of aseptic processes and GMP behaviours

Basic maths skills and exposure to data analysis

What You Can Expect

The opportunity to contribute to a critical manufacturing operation in a global organisation

A collaborative team environment with a strong focus on safety, quality and continuous improvement

Exposure to development opportunities, new technologies and broader manufacturing capabilities

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing talented and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.

Compensation Information: Required Skills

• Analytical Problem Solving
• Audit Trails
• Computer Literacy
• Document Management
• Ethical Standards
• GMP Operations
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Laboratory Processes
• Manufacturing Quality Control
• Operational Compliance
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
• Procedure Adherence
• Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Writing
• Vaccine Production

Employment Details

• Employee Status: Regular
• Relocation: No relocation
• VISA Sponsorship: No
• Travel Requirements: No Travel Required
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable
• Shift: Not Indicated
• Valid Driving License: No
• Hazardous Material(s): N/A
• Job Posting End Date: 11/14/2026

Our company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where we have codified our legacy for over a century. Our success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.