Join a well-established GMP-certified pharmaceutical manufacturer based in Wellington.
Part of a global organisation with a production facility in Upper Hutt, a small, dedicated team undertakes aseptic manufacturing of intermediates to the highest standards of production quality for the benefit of its customers: veterinarians, farmers and pet owners worldwide. This is an opportunity to be part of a collaborative and supportive environment that uses daily huddles for alignment, maintaining a focus on shared quality goals, and actively building connection through regular social activities.
About the Role
As a Production Technician, you’ll carry out end-to-end activities to produce animal vaccine intermediates and niche final products.
The role requires meticulous attention to aseptic technique and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), encompassing the decontamination and preparation of production equipment, the preparation of media and cell/virus seed stocks, and the execution of viral production, inactivation, and concentration steps. A key part of the job involves rigorous documentation and database entry, adherence to environmental monitoring protocols, participation in audits, and final tasks such as vaccine formulation, dispensing, labeling, and managing materials and waste disposal.
You will rotate across tasks, contribute to decision-making, and maintain the highest safety, GMP and biosecurity standards.
Skills & Experience
- Exposure to pharmaceutical or biologics production, 2+ years’ experience would be an advantage
- Strong understanding of GMP and documentation discipline
- Comfortable working in sterile/cleanroom environments with full gowning
- Science-based learning and/or relevant tertiary qualification
- Sound computer literacy to navigate workplace training and quality systems
- Physically able to stand for extended periods and lift/move up to 15kg
- Clear written and spoken English; detail-focused and organised
- Salary range depending on candidate experience
- Clear career progression (e.g., Technical Officer → Senior Technical Officer)
- Coaching and on-the-job training in pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Well-resourced facility with ongoing investment
Applications will be considered as they are received. Click APPLY to submit your CV and cover letter (essential). For a confidential discussion, contact Wendy Clarke at Farrow Jamieson on +64 9 915 9145.
