Entry-Level Food Microbiology QC Lab Technician

MAYDAY Recruitment Group; Liverpool; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

MAYDAY Recruitment Group is seeking a Quality Control Laboratory Technician for a reputable food manufacturer in the Sydney area. The role is based in an onsite QC laboratory and involves preparing samples, running routine tests and recording results to support production quality.

The ideal candidate has a microbiology-related qualification and practical lab experience, with a comfort for hands-on bench work in a regulated manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Written methods following and recording results accurately.
• Attention to detail and ability to raise concerns when results look unusual.
• Exposure to aseptic technique, media preparation, serial dilutions or plating is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples, reagents and equipment for routine laboratory testing.
• Perform quality control tests using approved methods and SOPs.
• Record results accurately and maintain clear, traceable laboratory records.
• Complete routine equipment checks and escalate unusual results to QC team.
• Follow laboratory safety, hygiene and contamination control procedures.

Skills

Sample preparation

Documentation accuracy

Quality control testing

Safety procedures

Education

Microbiology or related science discipline

Job description

MAYDAY Recruitment Group is seeking a Quality Control Laboratory Technician for a reputable food manufacturer in the Sydney area. The role is based in an onsite QC laboratory and involves preparing samples, running routine tests and recording results to support production quality.

The ideal candidate has a microbiology-related qualification and practical lab experience, with a comfort for hands-on bench work in a regulated manufacturing setting.