PDP Manager

The Opportunity

Immulab is an Australian-based manufacturer of life-saving diagnostic products supporting transfusion safety worldwide. Known for quality, innovation, and compliance, we are a leader in immunohaematology.

The PDP Manager is key to successfully delivering Immulab’s master production plan. This role oversees the daily management of a team to ensure efficient operations and high-quality product output. Responsibilities include providing strong leadership, coordinating workloads, addressing issues, and ensuring resources are available for equipment preparation, dispensing, labelling, and packaging across all manufacturing activities, including in-vitro diagnostic reagents.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and delivery of the Manufacturing Plan.
• Coordinate manufacturing activities to ensure the Master Production Schedule and Manufacturing Plan are consistently met.
• Proactively identify and escalate opportunities to improve production scheduling.
• Quickly escalate any issues that may impact the timely delivery of the work schedule.
• Ensure batch and production documentation is completed accurately, on time, and in compliance with quality standards.
• Maintain strict adherence to the Code of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
• Ensure all products meet required quality standards.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify and drive process improvement opportunities across manufacturing using established methodologies.
• Recommend and implement initiatives to boost efficiency, reduce waste, and cut costs by simplifying processes.
• Lead change management projects from concept through to successful delivery.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by collaborating with and coaching key stakeholders.
• Develop and recommend solutions to overcome operational constraints and performance challenges.
• Support Visual Management and Team Huddles to enhance communication and track departmental KPIs effectively.

About You

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within a manufacturing environment
• Experience working in a scientific production setting
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of effective staff management
• Solid understanding of cGMP and Quality Management Systems
• Proficient in ERP systems, preferably SAP and Sample Manager
• Competent user of Microsoft Office applications

What’s in it for You?

At Paragon Care, you’ll join a supportive and innovative team based in our state-of-the-art Mount Waverley facility. This role offers a unique opportunity to advance your career by working with cutting-edge bioreactor technology and cell culture techniques. Join us and be part of the forefront of medical technology, making a real impact on life-saving innovations!

About Us

Paragon Care, an ASX-listed leader in healthcare, specializes in supplying and servicing advanced medical equipment and consumables. We are committed to driving innovation and excellence in healthcare, shaping the future of diagnostics and decision-making.

**Please note**: We do not work with recruitment agencies for this role. If you are interested, please apply directly.

Successful applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment medical, including a drug test and criminal history check, prior to starting. Open to Australian or New Zealand Permanent Residents or Citizens. Paragon Care values diversity and encourages applications from people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds.