Pharmaceutical Production Worker

A Pharmaceutical Production Worker is involved in the production of pharmaceutical products at a manufacturing facility. You might take part in various aspects of production such as preparing ingredients, maintaining production equipment or packaging products for transport. Pharmaceutical Production Workers ensure products meet quality control standards and make sure safety processes are adhered to.

Pharmaceutical Production Workers should be able to follow correct procedures and work as part of a team. It’s important that you can communicate with colleagues and respond well to instructions. Pharmaceutical Production Workers should be able to remain on task and manage their time well.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $63,180
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a pharmaceutical production worker?

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Pharmaceutical Production Supervisor

A Pharmaceutical Production Supervisor manages manufacturing processes, ensuring quality, safety, and regulatory compliance in pharmaceutical production.

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Common questions

How much does a Pharmaceutical Production Worker earn?

In Australia, a full time Pharmaceutical Production Worker generally earns $1,215 per week ($63,180 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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What are the job opportunities for a Pharmaceutical Production Worker?

The number of people working in this industry has grown strongly over the last five years. There are currently 13,700 people employed as production workers in Australia and many of them specialise as a Pharmaceutical Production Worker. Pharmaceutical Production Workers may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly in larger towns and cities where manufacturing facilities are located.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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How do I become a Pharmaceutical Production Worker?

If you’re considering a career as a Pharmaceutical Production Worker, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing. This course will give you the skills to work in a pharmaceutical environment using production and packaging systems. You’ll be able to choose from a range of electives including tablet coating, granulation and liquid manufacturing.

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