Manufacturing Assistant

Genetic Signatures improves patient care and outcomes by developing innovative diagnostic technologies which simplify molecular pathology.

We are an Australian based manufacturer selling into leading pathology laboratories in Australia, and distributing worldwide, and are looking to expand our diverse, supportive and talented team.

We are seeking team oriented, methodical and attentive Manufacturing Assistants to aid in the assembly of finished kits. This role involves tasks including product labelling, reagent dispensing, product assembly and quality checking of in-process and finished product. Genetic Signatures is currently seeking potential candidates to work on a Casual basis up to 20 hours per week.

Directly reporting to Manufacturing Supervisor, as the successful candidate you will:

• Perform the production of EasyScreen diagnostic kits
• Follow manufacturing instructions meticulously and record all work efforts where required.
• Run and maintain production equipment required for the production of finished kits.
• Liaise with production staff, external logistics/transport teams to ensure an effective and efficient daily operation.
• Report any observed non-conformances, deviations, errors, quality issues stock irregularities to Manufacturing Supervisor.
• Pack shipping boxes, receive and unloading pallets at the warehouse and production facility for collection by the transport provider, ensuring all items are correctly packed, and ready for delivery; receive incoming request from the warehouse to the production facility, check the contents, unpack materials and place them in their designated locations within the production area.
• Organize inventory transfers to other warehouses or sites.

Essentially to succeed in this role you will possess:

• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to perform tasks of a repetitive nature.
• Strong communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to follow workplace health and safety (WHS) procedures and laboratory/manufacturing safety requirements.
• Ability to accurantely complete production documentation and other quality record
• Ability to work in a controlled manufacturing environment and follow cleanroom requirements, where applicable.

It is advantageous , but not essential, if your personal talent tool kit includes:

• Knowledge of good manufacturing process and quality guidelines and protocols

• Previous production experience in ISO 13485 accredited manufacturing environment

• Previous experience working with assembly line machinery and equipment.

• Competence in using Microsoft suite.

• Previous experience with stock counting.

• Availability of minimum of 16hours/week, with flexibility to work additional hours as required.

• Demostrated reliability, punctuality and a proactive approach to completing assigned task.

If you are looking for a career in Manufacturing, this opportunity sounds like the start you have been waiting for and you want to make a difference to healthcare outcomes, apply now, we can’t wait to hear from you!

Please apply with a cover letter and CV via Seek. Enquiries can be made via email at [email protected]. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Please note that due to the expected large number of applications, only those who are short-listed will be contacted for an initial interview.

Genetic Signatures Ltd is committed to providing equal employment opportunities, we thrive on the diversity of thought present in our workforce and encourage anyone possessing the talent and drive to better health care for their community to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a Veteran or other protected attribute.