Biotissues Processing Technician

Anzco Foods Limited; Ashburton; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food processing company in Ashburton is seeking a Biotissues Process Technician for a full-time role in their MPI and ISO approved laboratory. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of lab Experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A competitive remuneration package is offered. Apply by 4th November 2025.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in a laboratory or cleanroom.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Experience in beef slaughter operations is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Harvest and process bovine materials for medical implants.
• Prepare chemicals and perform QA testing.
• Complete hygiene and cleaning processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to manage tasks

Experience with aseptic techniques

Numeracy skills

Job description

Position Overview

We have a position at ANZCO Foods Canterbury, Seafield Road Ashburton for a Biotissues Process Technician to work at our MPI and ISO approved laboratory in Ashburton on a permanent, full-time basis. This is a varied and challenging role in an exciting and growing industry. The hourly rate for this position will range from $31 - $32 per hour.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Biotissues Production Manager, this is a hands‑on production role that is responsible for harvesting, handling and processing bovine materials used in a range of medical implants for human use. You will also be responsible for preparing chemicals, performing some QA testing, and completing hygiene and cleaning processes.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a laboratory or cleanroom or similar setting (minimum 1 year required)
• Good attention to detail, numeracy, and ability to follow SOPs
• The ability to manage and complete tasks and accurately complete all required paperwork
• The ability to work consistently both independently and as part of a close‑knit team
• Previous experience in beef slaughter operations an advantage
• Good understanding and experience with aseptic techniques

We deliver taste, nutrition, and wellbeing to the world with products made from New Zealand finest beef and lamb. Our values of atawhaitanga, noho haepapa, kaitiakitanga, auahatanga, and whakawhirinakitanga guide us to work together, follow through on our commitments, make improvements, and do our best to make sustainable decisions for the future.

We are committed to supporting and developing our people and we offer a competitive remuneration package. If you are motivated, have the skills and experience we require and want to be part of the exciting future of our company then we want to hear from you.

Apply today! Applications close: 4th November 2025