Production Team Lead

Join an emerging pharmaceutical company and play a key role in leading high-quality production operations within a rapidly growing organisation. About the Role As the Production Lead, you will oversee day-to-day manufacturing operations within a cGMP-accredited pharmaceutical facility. You’ll supervise and develop Production Associates, ensure adherence to stringent quality and regulatory standards, and support the execution and documentation of manufacturing processes. This role plays a critical part in maintaining efficient, compliant, and safe production outcomes across the site. What are the benefits: •    Opportunity to join a fast-growing pharmaceutical manufacturer •    Leadership role with scope to mentor and develop a team •    Work within a cGMP-compliant, regulated environment •    Contribute to innovative production processes in a specialised industry •    Supportive and collaborative management team Key Responsibilities •    Supervise, assist, and develop Production Associates within the manufacturing environment •    Oversee production processes in line with SOPs, operating manuals, and cGMP requirements •    Operate automated and non-automated equipment for product manufacture and packaging •    Ensure accurate documentation, batch records, and raw data collection •    Manage stock control, including FIFO, stock takes, ordering, and handling of expired/damaged materials •    Liaise with Quality teams on deviations, change controls, CAPAs, and audit findings •    Support development and review of standard operating procedures and validation protocols Essential Skills and Requirements •    Minimum Victorian Certificate of Education •    Experience in a cGMP pharmaceutical manufacturing facility •    Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and operate complex machinery •    Previous supervision or leadership experience in a manufacturing environment •    Knowledge of regulatory codes such as PIC/S and FDA •    Experience in equipment, facility, and process validation •    Understanding of non-sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing processes •    Strong adherence to quality, safety, and compliance standards If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Or, if you have any questions, please contact Amy on 0411 381 477. At Fuse, we specialise in recruitment for the manufacturing industry and actively source a variety of roles for a broad range of manufacturers. If you are looking for a new opportunity, we’d love to hear from you! If you know someone looking for a job, refer them to us and we'll give you $500* if we find them a new role! #SCR-amy-heffernan #ChooseFuse