Laboratory Assistant / Laboratory Technician

Richmond Dairies; Casino; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training and development

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team environment

Exposure to laboratory, food safety, &

manufacturing operations

Opportunity to contribute to product质量

Job summary

Richmond Dairies in Casino, NSW invites motivated individuals to join our Laboratory team as an entry-level Laboratory Assistant or Technician. Full training will be provided and you will support sample preparation, testing, and record keeping in a dairy manufacturing environment.

This role offers development opportunities within food safety and quality systems, with potential pathways to more advanced laboratory positions as you gain experience.

Qualifications

• Entry-level opportunity with training provided.
• Experience in lab, food manufacturing, QA, microbiology, chemistry, dairy or food science is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with microbiological, chemical, and physical testing.
• Sample collection, preparation, and handling.
• Recording and maintaining laboratory records.
• Cleaning and maintaining laboratory equipment.
• Managing laboratory consumables and stock levels.
• Supporting quality and food safety activities.
• Maintaining laboratory cleanliness and organisation.
• Following food safety, quality and workplace safety requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliable

Organised

Record keeping

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Food safety knowledge

Education

Food Science or Laboratory Technology qualification

Job description

Laboratory Assistant / Laboratory Technician

Looking to start a career in Laboratory Operations, Food Safety, or Quality?

Richmond Dairies is seeking a motivated and reliable individual to join our Laboratory team at our dairy manufacturing facility in Casino, NSW.

This position is being advertised as an entry-level opportunity; however, applicants with laboratory, food manufacturing, quality assurance, microbiology, chemistry, dairy, or food science experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will be appointed at a classification level appropriate to their skills, qualifications, and experience. Full training will be provided where required.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within the food manufacturing industry while gaining practical laboratory experience and on-the-job learning.

About Richmond Dairies

Richmond Dairies is a leading Australian dairy manufacturer producing a diverse range of liquid, frozen, powder, and butter products supplied to domestic and international markets. We are committed to quality, food safety, continuous improvement, and supporting our employees to develop their skills and careers.

About the Role

Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, you will support the day-to-day operation of the laboratory through sample preparation, testing assistance, record keeping, and laboratory housekeeping activities.

This role offers genuine development opportunities for the right person and may provide future pathways into Laboratory Assistant and Laboratory Technician positions.

While this role is initially focused on laboratory operations, there may be opportunities to gain exposure to broader quality assurance and food safety activities as part of ongoing career development.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with microbiological, chemical, and physical testing.
• Sample collection, preparation, and handling.
• Recording and maintaining laboratory records.
• Cleaning and maintaining laboratory equipment.
• Managing laboratory consumables and stock levels.
• Supporting quality and food safety activities.
• Maintaining laboratory cleanliness and organisation.
• Following food safety, quality, and workplace safety requirements.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has strong attention to detail.
• Is reliable and organised.
• Has good computer and record-keeping skills.
• Can work independently and as part of a team.
• Has a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Is committed to food safety and quality standards.

Highly Regarded

The following experience, skills, or qualifications would be advantageous:

• Previous laboratory experience.
• Experience within food or dairy manufacturing.
• Quality Assurance experience.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, or food safety systems.
• Qualifications or studies in Food Science, Laboratory Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Experience conducting chemical, physical, or microbiological testing.

What We Offer

• On-the-job training and development.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Supportive team environment.
• Exposure to laboratory, food safety, and manufacturing operations.
• Opportunity to contribute directly to product quality and food safety outcomes.

Richmond Dairies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity, inclusion, and respect within the workplace.

The successful applicant may be required to satisfactorily complete pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, verification of qualifications and licences, medical assessments, and drug and alcohol screening, where lawful, reasonable, and relevant to the inherent requirements of the role.