Dairy Lab Technician — Precision Testing & Quality Impact

Martian Logic Pty; Jindivick; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Milk Bar discounts

Free milk weekly

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted Health Insurance

Great workplace culture

Job summary

Lactalis Australia is seeking a Laboratory Technician in Jindivick, full-time and permanent. You will deliver accurate sampling and testing of dairy products, upholding GMP and HACCP standards. The role reports to the Quality Manager and includes periodic performance reviews and safety compliance.

Benefits include health insurance discounts, employee assistance, free milk, and a supportive workplace culture. Prior lab experience in food manufacturing is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Understanding of GMP is desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct chemical and bacteriological analyses on in-line samples, finished products, and raw materials.
• Communicate test results promptly and accurately to internal and external customers, both verbally and in writing.
• Deliver efficient and reliable testing services in accordance with approved laboratory methods.
• Maintain equipment calibration schedules and uphold housekeeping and safety standards consistently.
• Periodically review laboratory performance using defined metrics such as calibration accuracy, traceability, customer service, budget compliance, and continuous improvement actions.
• Perform environmental monitoring and sampling, manage laboratory consumables, and carry out additional duties as required.

Skills

GMP understanding

OH&S knowledge

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Tertiary qualification in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology

Job description

Lactalis Australia is seeking a Laboratory Technician in Jindivick, full-time and permanent. You will deliver accurate sampling and testing of dairy products, upholding GMP and HACCP standards. The role reports to the Quality Manager and includes periodic performance reviews and safety compliance.

Benefits include health insurance discounts, employee assistance, free milk, and a supportive workplace culture. Prior lab experience in food manufacturing is highly desirable.