Food Lab Technician — GMP, QC & Microbiology

Lactalis Australia; Jindivick; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted Health Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Free milk each week

Great workplace culture

Job summary

Lactalis Australia invites a dedicated Laboratory Technician to join our Jindivick team on a full-time, permanent basis. You will conduct chemical and bacteriological analyses on in-line samples, finished products and raw materials, reporting results promptly to internal and external customers.

The role requires GMP knowledge and attention to detail, with an emphasis on timely testing and accuracy within a dairy manufacturing environment. Training and career development are available.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology or similar is highly desirable.
• Previous experience in a laboratory/testing supporting a food manufacturing operations is highly desirable.
• 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.

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

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

GMP knowledge

HACCP knowledge

OH&S knowledge

Education

Tertiary qualification in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology or similar

Job description

Lactalis Australia invites a dedicated Laboratory Technician to join our Jindivick team on a full-time, permanent basis. You will conduct chemical and bacteriological analyses on in-line samples, finished products and raw materials, reporting results promptly to internal and external customers.

The role requires GMP knowledge and attention to detail, with an emphasis on timely testing and accuracy within a dairy manufacturing environment. Training and career development are available.