Laboratory Technician

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

About The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has become available for a dedicated and experienced Laboratory Technician to join our team in Jindivick, in a full-time, permanent capacity. Reporting to the Quality Manager, you will be responsible for delivering accurate sampling and testing of our products. You will display an analytical and methodical approach to problem solving and a commitment to getting it right first time.

Key Accountabilities Include

• 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.

Benefits

• Discounted Health Insurance
• Access to our internal Employee Assistance Program that offers free, private and confidential counselling for you and your household.
• Free milk each week
• Great workplace culture

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• 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

We are Lactalis Australia

We are owned by the Lactalis Group, the world’s largest producer of dairy goods. With a range of more than 2,000 products, Lactalis is committed to playing a daily role in the health and well-being of consumers throughout the world, via the provision of nutritious dairy products—milk, cheese, yoghurt and other soft foods and beverages.

At the heart of our business locally, we have over 2,700 passionate employees, working closely and constructively with some 500 Australian farmers to produce the finest dairy products in the country.

Pillar brands such as Pauls, Oak, Ice Break, Tamar Valley Dairy, Vaalia, President and Galbani provide Lactalis Australia with a deep national footprint for growth and prosperity.

We provide a safe workplace that delivers the opportunity to drive your development, and believe that true success comes from us.

We are a growing global company that takes great pride in who we are. We are humble, proud and resilient. Our brands, people and know how define who we are.

Collaboration, flexibility and diversity are pillars of our environment. With knowledge and experience we encourage you to make a difference.

More about Lactalis Australia

https://lactalis.com.au.