Analytical Laboratory Technician

McCormick Foods; Palmwoods; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Health & wellness programs

Parental leave

Employee recognition

Community engagement

Job summary

McCormick Palmwoods is seeking a resourceful laboratory technician to support analytical chemistry in our R&D lab. You will perform routine chemical and physical testing, maintain instruments, and contribute to method development under senior guidance.

Join a safety‑minded, collaborative team that values quality, innovation and continuous improvement. The role offers a supportive culture with flexible scheduling, an equal opportunity employer, and opportunities to grow in a dynamic food science

Qualifications

• Experience in an analytical chemistry laboratory.
• Proactive safety mindset and meticulous work approach.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work across departments.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical and physical testing on herbs, spices, raw materials, finished goods, and agronomy samples.
• Support product development testing, including moisture, texture, viscometry and wet chemistry for NPD projects.
• Provide analytical support to Supply Chain, Quality, Agronomy and Manufacturing teams.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Safety focus

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Job description

Conduct analytical chemistry lab operations as part of the Palmwoods R&D team

About Us

Join our team at McCormick, a leading food manufacturing site known for our commitment to quality and safety. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work environment that values innovation and teamwork. Our success hinges on our people, who are our greatest asset. We put our people first, people who take what they do seriously but not themselves and have been recognized as an Employer of Choice. We are home to some of Australia’s most iconic brands including Keens, Aeroplane Jelly and Gourmet Garden and we are proud to beThe Future of Flavor!

A supportive culture & work-life balance: enjoy a workplace that prioritizes your well-being, offering flexible schedules to ensure you can balance work and personal life seamlessly.

Health & Wellness Initiatives: Access a variety of programs focused on your physical and mental well-being, including fitness challenges and wellness workshops.

Community Engagement: Be part of a team that gives back! Participate in regional and local charity events and make a positive impact in our community.

Family-Friendly Policies: Benefit from generous paid parental leave and partner pay entitlements, along with a supportive program to help you transition back to work as a new parent.

Employee Recognition: Celebrate your achievements with our comprehensive recognition and rewards program, highlighting your contributions and hard work.

Engagement Activities: Enjoy regular fun-filled events like food trucks, coffee vans, and BBQs to foster camaraderie and team spirit.

Flexible Novated Lease Options: Take advantage of novated lease programs with SG Fleet and Toyota for a convenient way to manage your vehicle expenses.

Position Overview

We are seeking a resourceful, detail- and safety-oriented laboratory technician to support the chemical and physical testing program within McCormick’s analytical chemistry laboratory. Reporting to the Senior Analytical Technologist, you will conduct routine analytical testing and instrument maintenance while maintaining a safe laboratory working environment. In addition, you will also contribute to method development including experimental design, method drafting, and data analysis under the guidance of senior staff. As a key member of the R&D team, your contributions will extend cross-functionally to QA, Operations, Agronomy, Supply Chain, and NPD teams to drive product integrity, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Perform chemical and physical testing on fresh herbs and spices, raw materials, finished goods, and agronomy research samples.

Conduct product development testing, including moisture, texture, viscometry, and wet chemistry, to support NPD projects.

Provide analytical support to cross‑functional teams including Supply Chain, Quality, Agronomy, and Manufacturing.

Report analytical data, including raising non‑conformances and providing technical advice.

Identify and suggest improvements to laboratory methodologies, equipment, workflows, and capability.

Contribute to day‑to‑day laboratory operations, including calibration, reagent preparation, preventative maintenance, cleanliness, and general laboratory resource management.

Our Ideal Candidate

Brings a proactive, safety‑focused and proactive mindset.

Is passionate about analytical chemistry with a strong desire for personal development.

Enjoys collaborating across departments and supporting a high‑performing R&D environment.

Demonstrates strong organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail.

Communicates with clarity, confidence, and professionalism.

Possesses previous experience in an analytical chemistry laboratory.

If you’re ready to contribute to McCormick’s commitment to quality, innovation, and product excellence, we’d love to hear from you. Apply with a copy of your resume byFriday, 20 November 2026.

McCormick is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you are a qualified applicant, you will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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