Laboratory Technician

DB Breweries Limited; Auckland; Presencial; NZD 42 000 - 54 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

DB Breweries Limited invites a Laboratory Technician to join our Quality team at Waitematā Brewery on a 9-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a 2nd or 3rd year university student studying Science, Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related discipline to gain hands-on experience in a world-class manufacturing environment.

Reporting to the Laboratory Manager, you'll perform tests, support quality control, maintain records, and contribute to

Qualificações

• Currently studying towards a degree in Science, Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Ideally 2nd or 3rd year of study.
• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills.
• Genuine interest in quality, food production and laboratory work.
• Ability to follow procedures and maintain accurate records.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Previous laboratory experience through coursework or part-time work is advantageous but not essential.

Responsabilidades

• Perform accurate and timely laboratory testing and analysis.
• Support quality control activities across the brewery.
• Maintain laboratory records and ensure data accuracy.
• Follow laboratory, quality and food safety procedures.
• Support the Heineken Laboratory Star System (LSS).
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote and support a safe working environment.
• Collaborate with brewing, packaging and quality teams.

Conhecimentos

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Procedural compliance

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Formação académica

Science degree in progress

Descrição da oferta de emprego

We're looking for a Laboratory Technician to join our Quality team at Waitematā Brewery on a 9-month fixed-term contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for a 2nd or 3rd year university student studying Science, Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related discipline to gain hands-on experience in a world-class manufacturing environment.

Reporting to the Laboratory Manager, you'll support the brewery's quality programme by carrying out laboratory testing, assisting with quality control activities, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. You'll work alongside experienced professionals while applying your studies in a practical setting and building valuable industry experience.

What you’ll be doing

• Performing accurate and timely laboratory testing and analysis
• Supporting quality control activities across the brewery
• Maintaining laboratory records and ensuring data accuracy
• Following laboratory, quality and food safety procedures
• Supporting the Heineken Laboratory Star System (LSS)
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
• Actively promoting and supporting a safe working environment
• Working collaboratively with brewing, packaging and quality teams

What you’ll bring

• Currently studying towards a degree in Science, Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related field
• Ideally in your 2nd or 3rd year of study
• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills
• A genuine interest in quality, food production, and laboratory work
• The ability to follow procedures and maintain accurate records
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn
• Previous laboratory experience through coursework, research projects, or part-time employment is advantageous but not essential

Please note: We are not accepting candidates from recruitment agencies for this role.