The Role: Joining Moderna means advancing mRNA science to transform medicine. Work with exceptional global teams on a broad pipeline and build a career that makes a real difference for patients. Moderna is strengthening Australia’s biotech landscape through a long term partnership focused on pandemic resilience. Our Melbourne based mRNA vaccine manufacturing facility will support rapid response to future health threats while creating skilled jobs and developing local talent. We welcome professionals ready to help advance global health security. Join our mRNA vaccine production unit in Clayton, Melbourne, as a hands-on, individual contributor operating advanced manufacturing equipment in a highly technological cGMP environment supporting Australia. You will combine scientific thinking, technical manufacturing capability and meticulous attention to detail to execute safe, compliant production while rapidly learning new mRNA technologies. This is an opportunity for a digitally savvy operator to work at the intersection of manufacturing, automation and operational excellence—troubleshooting equipment, process and digital issues while contributing to improvements and innovation. You will also have opportunities to get closer to Generative AI and emerging digital tools as Moderna continues to explore how advanced technologies can support learning, problem-solving and manufacturing excellence. The position operates in a 24/7 manufacturing environment and requires flexibility across changing roster schedules, including afternoon and night shifts, weekends, public holidays and overtime in line with production requirements. Here's What You'll Do: Practice safe work habits and consistently adhere to Moderna’s safety procedures, guidelines, health and safety requirements. Execute manufacturing operations in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), standard operating procedures and approved manufacturing documentation. Follow required gowning procedures and maintain excellent housekeeping standards within assigned manufacturing areas to support compliant and safe operations. Operate production equipment supporting mRNA vaccine manufacturing while maintaining meticulous attention to process execution, product quality and documentation. Respond rapidly to routine equipment, process and digital issues, applying technical knowledge and structured troubleshooting to maintain effective operations. Perform routine basic equipment maintenance, including lubrication, basic mechanical checks and filter changes, using appropriate hand tools. Proactively identify and report compliance, health and safety issues to the Manufacturing Supervisor. Participate in incident investigations, including root cause analysis (RCA), and support corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities. Partner closely with Quality Assurance peers to complete and close the documentation required for timely disposition of commercial batches. Apply established performance tools while working collaboratively to achieve operational KPI objectives and support operational excellence. Maintain training records and associated documentation accurately and ensure they remain up to date. Participate in multiple projects and continuous improvement initiatives within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, bringing a digitally fluent perspective to improvements and innovations. Collaborate effectively across a dynamic, cross-functional matrix environment, working fluidly with peers, leadership and cross-functional support groups. Bring a scientific way of thinking, rapid learning capability and strong technical skills to the adoption of new technologies in mRNA manufacturing. Maintain attention to detail while executing multiple tasks with minimal supervision as an individual contributor. Work flexibly across rotating roster schedules in a 24/7 manufacturing environment, including afternoon and night shifts, weekends and public holidays, with roster cycles changing according to production demand. Work overtime and adjust shift patterns when required to meet operational demands. Contribute to Moderna’s mission of producing safe, effective vaccines by combining scientific understanding, operational capability, collaboration and digital acumen. Actively participate in manufacturing improvements and innovation, with opportunities to engage with evolving digital and Generative AI-enabled tools that can enhance learning, troubleshooting and operational effectiveness. Here's What You'll Bring to the Table: Typically, 3–5+ years of experience in a GMP manufacturing environment. A College degree with a specialization in Pharmaceutical production technology or equivalent. Aseptic manufacturing experience, with Visual Inspection and PFS knowledge preferred. Experience supporting audit and inspection preparation, together with an understanding of Health Authority and regulatory guidelines. The ability to collaborate fluidly with peers, leadership and cross-functional support groups. Excellent written and oral communication skills, together with strong organizational capabilities. The ability to maintain meticulous attention to detail while executing multiple tasks with minimal supervision. Demonstrated commitment to Moderna's values of Bold, Collaborative, Curious, and Relentless, embodying these values in the workplace. Demonstrated ability and willingness to work across rotating shifts, including afternoon and night shifts, within a 24/7 manufacturing environment. Strong technical capability, scientific thinking, digital proficiency and the ability to learn new mRNA technologies rapidly. A collaborative, team-oriented approach combined with the independence and accountability required to succeed as an individual contributor in a fast-paced and dynamic manufacturingenvironment. The key Moderna Mindsets you’ll need to succeed in the role: “We obsess over learning. We don’t have to be the smartest we have to learn the fastest.” “We digitize everywhere possible using the power of code to maximize our impact on patients.” Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table: Typically, 3-5+ years of experience in a GMP manufacturing environment A College degree with a specialization in Pharmaceutical production technology or equivalent Aseptic experience, Visual Inspection and PFS knowledge preferred Experience in audit / inspection preparation, understanding Health authority and regulatory guidelines Ability to collaborate fluidly with peers, leadership and cross-functional support groups required Excellent written, oral communication, and organizational skills required. Ability to maintain attention to detail while executing multiple tasks with minimal supervision Demonstrated commitment to Moderna's values of Bold, Collaborative, Curious, and Relentless, embodying these values in the workplace Demonstrated ability and willingness to work across rotating shifts, including afternoon and night shifts, in a 24/7 manufacturing environment As part of Moderna’s commitment to workplace health and safety, this role may be subject to pre-employment and periodic medical assessments, in line with relevant legal and operational requirements. Our Working Model As we build our company, we have always believed that an in-person culture is critical to our success. This role is 100% onsite, reflecting the importance of being physically present to support the work, collaborate closely with colleagues, and contribute to our site-based operations. Working onsite enables real-time collaboration, strong team connections, direct mentorship, and the hands-on partnership needed to deliver our mission. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute, and make a meaningful impact. Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free, and drug-free work environment. Pay & Benefits At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work. That’s why our benefits and well-being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between. Competitive healthcare, plus voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs A holistic approach to well-being with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support Family building benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support Generous paid time off, including vacation, bank holidays, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown Savings and investments to help you plan for the future Location-specific perks and extras The benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Moderna and the country where you work. About Moderna Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.  By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities. We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S. If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities. Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply! Moderna is committed to equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best. Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodation or adjustments to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation or adjustment in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations and Adjustments team at [email protected]. - Our Mission and Vision At Moderna we are pioneering the development of a new class of drugs made of messenger RNA (mRNA). This novel drug platform builds on the discovery that modified mRNA can direct the body’s cellular machinery to produce nearly any protein of interest, from native proteins to antibodies and other entirely novel protein constructs that can have therapeutic activity inside and outside of cells. We have a clear mission to propel the field of mRNA science forward and deliver new medicines to patients and a unique vision for how to achieve this mission. Our Mission: To deliver on the promise of transformative messenger RNA (mRNA) science to bring new medicines to patients. Our Vision: To unlock the potential of mRNA by establishing an ecosystem of teams and partners that will work together to develop the broadest possible array of drugs, across diverse therapeutic areas and routes of administration, for serious diseases that are not treatable today. Third Party Staffing Agencies Moderna does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from candidates. For the protection of all parties involved in the recruiting process, resumes will only be accepted from recruiters/agencies if a signed agreement is in place at the inception of the recruiting effort and authorized for a specified position. Unsolicited resumes sent to Moderna from recruiters/agencies do not constitute any type of relationship between the recruiter/agency and Moderna and do not obligate Moderna to pay fees if we hire from those resumes. Reasonable Accommodation Notice Moderna will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. Please inform the company's personnel representative by calling 617-460-9346 or emailing [email protected] if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Return Home

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