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 Technical Officer is dually responsible for the maintenance of manufacturing documentation regarding the processes used within PharmaCare Operations, as well as the technical documentation. This role requires excellent knowledge of current GMP requirements with regards to the documentation and specifications of the products, with a large focus on drafting, owning, executing, reviewing, reporting and drafting of process documents for PharmaCare Operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and maintain detailed Manufacturing Batch Records (MBRs)
Prepare Finished Product Specifications in line with the regulatory requirements
Packaging Batch Records (PBRs), packaging component, protocols and reports
Selection, confirmation and implementation of packaging materials (bottles, caps, labels, shippers) for new packs as well as comparisons with existing materials equivalency
Manage and control manufacturing documents during multiple revisions, ensuring accuracy of the original documents and the integrated changes
Manage Masters and archival of superseded documents
Collaborate with the team to capture best practices and accurate documentation
Maintain records and files of work and revisions
Become familiar with production processes and methods by building productive relationships with production, engineering, validation and development personnel
Observe production, developmental, and experimental activities to understand detailed operating procedures and methods to create effective manufacturing documents
Recommend changes to the process to enhance efficiencies and improve current processes
Prepare and ensure readiness for packaging of new product launches
Prepare and maintain products within systems -LIMS, JDE and 3WS.
This role is a full-time, onsite 12-month contract position.
Skills and Experiences:
About you
Degree qualified in a Science related discipline
Background in the pharmaceutical industry
- Minimum 5 years' experience in Technical and Regulatory
- Previous experience in a GMP manufacturing environment regulated by TGA, PIC/S
- Demonstrable experience and proven skills in GMP technical writing, e.g. SOPs and related QMS documentation, and reports
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Flexible working in cross functional areas
Ability to coordinate with Managers
Decision making ability.
The ideal candidate will have at least five years' experience in pharmaceuticals and able to demonstrate a knowledge of product submission, manufacturing documentation in the pharmaceutical industry. They must present with excellent communication abilities in both written and verbal English as they will be working cross functionally and interfacing with groups across the business as well as external stakeholders. The candidate will also possess excellent organisational skills and high attention to detail. Most importantly, the ideal candidate must have a 'can do' attitude, be extremely reliable and punctual, present excellent problem-solving skills, and must be able to work under pressure.
