Laboratory technician Jobs in Australia

Opportunity to work for a Global company Supportive and Engaged Team We are Lactalis Australia

We are owned by the Lactalis Group, the world's largest producer of dairy goods. With a range of more than 2,000 products, Lactalis is committed to playing a daily role in the health and well-being of consumers throughout the world, via the provision of nutritious dairy products—milk, cheese, yoghurt and other soft foods and beverages.

At the heart of our business locally, we have over 2,700 passionate employees, working closely and constructively with some 500 Australian farmers to produce the finest dairy products in the country.

Pillar brands such as Pauls, Oak, Ice Break, Tamar Valley Dairy, Vaalia, President and Galbani provide Lactalis Australia with a deep national footprint for growth and prosperity.

We provide a safe workplace that delivers the opportunity to drive your development, and believe that true success comes from us.

We are a growing global company that takes great pride in who we are. We are humble, proud and resilient. Our brands, people and know how define who we are.

Collaboration, flexibility and diversity are pillars of our environment. With knowledge and experience we encourage you to make a difference.

About the Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has become available for a dedicated and experienced Laboratory Technician to join our team in Nambour. Reporting to the Quality Manager, you will be responsible for delivering accurate sampling and testing of our products. You will display an analytical and methodical approach to problem solving and a commitment to getting it right first time.

Key accountabilities include :

Chemical and bacteriological analyses of in-line, finished product and raw materials. Ensure prompt and accurate test results are communicated to internal and external customers, both in writing and verbally. Ensuring the provision of an efficient and reliable testing service in accordance with approved methods. Maintain equipment calibration schedules and ensure housekeeping and safety standards are adhered to at all times. Periodically review laboratory performance against a defined set of measures. They shall be based on but not limited to, calibration and testing accuracy, result traceability, customer service, budget compliance and continuous improvement incorporating corrective and preventative action. Environmental monitoring and sampling as required. Receive, check and store all consumables for the laboratory and undertake other duties as required. About You

The successful candidate will have :

Tertiary qualification in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology or similar is highly desirable. Previous experience in a laboratory / testing supporting a food manufacturing operations. Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). A working knowledge of HACCP and OH&S is desirable but not essential. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting abilities. Excellent attention to detail This is a full time position which requires the incumbent to work a afternoon shift in our busy Nambour Laboratory

We are seeking an individual who has a positive and proactive attitude and is able to foster positive working relationships. The incumbent needs to have the ability to work autonomously and as part of an efficient team. An individual who takes pride and is committed to delivering high quality work within a deadline.

If you have the ambition, drive and competency to succeed in this role please submit your application, including current resume by selecting 'Apply' and following the prompts.

More about Lactalis Australia

Click on the link to learn more about Lactalis Australia and our journey which has led us to become the World's No.1 Dairy Company .

We would like to take the opportunity to thank you in advance for applying for this position, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If this isn't your time to work with us we wish you all the best in your career search and welcome you to apply for positions with Lactalis Australia in the future.

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