Production Technician

Job Description Production Technician Permanent, full-time role with competitive remuneration and

benefits Location: Upper Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand Career growth: Expand your expertise in a growing, successful industry Professional development: Gain valuable experience in a dynamic, evolving role As a Production Technician, you will support day-to-day operations within your assigned IPT (Integrated Process Team) area to help meet production, quality, safety, delivery, and cost targets. This role plays a key part in ensuring antigen and/or vaccine products are manufactured to the required standards to support customer demand in global markets. You will work within a regulated manufacturing environment, contributing to compliant product supply, problem solving, documentation, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration to help ensure the smooth running of the site.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Manufacture antigen and/or vaccine products to required standards and according to production schedules Operate equipment and perform tasks in line with Standard Operating Procedures Maintain cleaning, preparation, and sterilisation standards while minimising discards Document work accurately in batch records, worksheets, and logbooks in line with Good Documentation Practice Ensure IPT documentation is completed, reviewed, and compliant to support product release Support Site Quality Council targets and contribute to a zero overdue culture Review, collate, and archive IPT documentation with accuracy and completeness Enter manufacturing data into spreadsheets to support analysis and reporting Maintain area documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures, batch records, and worksheets Maintain good housekeeping standards in your area Communicate clearly with IPT and cross-functional teams to support the smooth flow of product, samples, and documentation Provide on-the-job training for other technicians in your assigned areas Build a strong practical understanding of your area to support troubleshooting and process optimisation Anticipate and solve production and operational problems Challenge processes and procedures to identify improvements in quality, safety, and cost Participate in Tier 1 and On-Point problem solving, including 8-Step Problem Solving activities Support local projects, process changes, and documentation updates with cross-functional teams Contribute to larger improvement initiatives through data collection, analysis, and implementation Support senior colleagues in larger site projects and safety or quality enablers Contribute to data assessment and analysis to identify opportunities and recommend improvements What You Must Have Strong team player with excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively in a regulated manufacturing environment Ability to plan work, meet deadlines, and manage competing priorities Sound and logical problem-solving ability Academic background in Biotechnology, Chemistry, or equivalent preferred Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice, Good Laboratory Practice, or ISO

requirements Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook SAP experience preferred Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and contribute to continuous improvement What You Can Expect A hands-on role supporting global product supply in a fast-paced, regulated manufacturing environment Exposure to production, documentation, problem solving, and continuous improvement Real opportunities to build your technical skills and grow your career A collaborative team where your ideas and contribution matter The chance to be part of a trusted global animal health organisation 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.