Production Operator

Melbourne, Australia   |   full time   |   Job ID: 11432 

About the role: 

As a Production Operator at BioNTech, you will play a vital role in our mission to pioneer individualized immunotherapies and make a significant impact on global health. Your work will be central to executing manufacturing activities for Drug Substance (DS) and Drug Product (DP) in a GMP-compliant clinical environment. Operating complex equipment and ensuring adherence to quality standards, you will contribute directly to achieving production goals and advancing process improvements. Join us in an innovative setting where your contributions will help shape the future of medicine.

Your Contribution:

• Support commissioning and qualification tasks, including providing operability feedback on process automation recipes, Single Use Systems (SUS), and MES recipes


• Generate, edit, and maintain process equipment, operations, and other manufacturing documentation


• Execute manufacturing activities for DS, DP, aseptic filling, and VI/Pack according to established procedures and GMP guidelines


• Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment while supporting troubleshooting activities


• Perform in-process checks, sampling, and accurate documentation of all manufacturing activities


• Ensure compliance with GMP regulations, escalate deviations or malfunctions, and maintain cleanliness in production areas


• Collaborate with Senior Operators to ensure smooth operations and provide feedback for process improvements

A Good Match:

• Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Chemical Engineering, Life Sciences or equivalent field is desirable


• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing operations


• Strong knowledge of DS/DP processes including filling, capping, labeling, and packaging equipment


• Experience with aseptic techniques and sterile manufacturing requirements is highly advantageous


• Familiarity with digital tools such as MES and automation systems used in manufacturing environments


• Analytical skills for identifying and resolving manufacturing issues effectively


• Excellent communication skills with a proactive approach to collaboration and teamwork

What we do with the BioNTainers:

We want to improve healthcare by making our innovations accessible worldwide. Therefore, we developed the first modular mRNA-manufacturing facilities based on a container solution called “BioNTainers”. Help us build a regional manufacturing network in Africa & Australia: With the region and for the region. As a part of the local team, driving the establishment of the regional end-to-end mRNA manufacturing solutions.

Benefits for you:

BioNTech is committed to the wellbeing of our team members and offers a variety of benefits in support of our diverse employee base. We offer competitive remuneration packages which is determined by the specific role, location of employment and also the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Click here to find out more about what we do, the careers we offer ans also the benefits we provide. Note: The availability, eligibility and design of the listed benefits may vary depending on the location. The final requirements for the individual use of our benefits are based on the company's internal policies and applicable law.

How to apply:

Apply now by sending us your application documents including Curriculum Vitae, copy of ID, copies of degree certificates and professional certificates, motivation letter as well as your contact details via our online form.

Please note:

Only applications sent via our online form shall be considered. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that a background check will be conducted as part of the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. If you are considered for the position, BioNTech will conduct the background check through our service provider ‘HireRight’. You will be informed accordingly by your BioNTech-Recruiter.

We are looking forward receiving your application.