Production Technician

Job Overview

This permanent, full-time role is based in Upper Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand, offering competitive pay and benefits within a successful and expanding industry. As a Production Technician in the Global Animal Health Manufacturing department, you will play a key role in ensuring the production of antigens and vaccines meets stringent quality standards for global markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing equipment and carry out processes following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to produce antigens and/or vaccines based on production schedules.
• Accurately document all activities in batch records, worksheets, and logs adhering to Good Documentation Practice (GDP).
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment and effectively plan daily workload.
• Communicate promptly and clearly with colleagues across manufacturing and other departments to ensure smooth product flow.
• Provide on-the-job training to fellow technicians within your expertise.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Reduce deviations by thoroughly following SOPs, investigating root causes of process variances, documenting deviation reports promptly, and implementing corrective and preventative actions (CAPA) within agreed timeframes.
• Maintain and update documentation such as SOPs, batch records, and worksheets to comply with GMP standards and support process changes.

Qualifications and Skills Required

• A science degree or a comparable qualification is preferred.
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines.
• Proficiency with computer applications including spreadsheets, word processing, and SAP software.

What You Can Expect

• Autonomous work supported by a trusted global leader in animal health.
• Opportunities to develop skills and advance within your role.
• Exposure to flexible roles and potential to diversify skillsets.
• Collaborative team environment with like-minded professionals.

Company Culture and Additional Information

The company values inclusion and the power of collaborative innovation. They promote respectful challenge and collective problem solving. Equal opportunity employment is a fundamental commitment.

Employment Details:

• Status: Regular employee
• Relocation: Not provided
• Visa sponsorship: Not available
• Travel: No travel required
• Flexible work arrangements: Not applicable
• Shift details: Not indicated
• Driving license: Not required
• Hazardous materials: Not applicable
• Job posting validity: Closes on 8 August 2026

Important Notices

The organization does not support unsolicited agency submission without a pre-existing written agreement. All related documentation received without an agreement is considered company property and no fee will be paid for hires made through such referrals.