Laboratory Technician

jobr.pro; Auckland; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobr.pro in Auckland, New Zealand, is seeking entry-level Laboratory Technicians to join our microbiology operations on a permanent full-time basis or fixed-term contracts. Key duties include processing and testing samples from food, dairy, meat and environmental sources, while maintaining the highest quality standards.

You will work on a roster with afternoon starts or weekends; candidates may be students with part-time study support.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in a scientific discipline or equivalent experience is preferred, or this role is potentially suitable for students still studying on a part-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Process and test samples accurately within time and temperature holding requirements.
• Maintain inventory of samples and preserve sample integrity.
• Maintain good lab practice to ensure high-quality service.
• Operate in accordance with Quality and Procedures manuals and accreditations and keep lab/equipment in good condition.
• Contribute to a safe, professional working environment and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Quality control

Sample handling

Safety procedures

Education

Tertiary science qualification

Tools

Lab instrumentation

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking entry-level Laboratory Technicians to join our Auckland Microbiology department, with permanent full-time and Fixed Term roles considered.

Positions will include working on a roster that includes either an afternoon start, or on a Saturday or Sunday on an ongoing basis.

The core functions of the roles we have available are to assist in the daily operation of our core testing departments. These functions include working in the test processing areas to receive and carry out accurate analysis of food, dairy, meat and environmental samples as required by our customers and accreditation bodies.

Dependent on the role, key duties may include:-

• To process and test samples without error, and within allowable time & temperature holding time requirements
• To store and maintain inventory of samples after testing, preserving sample integrity
• To maintain good lab practice at all times, to ensure the highest quality service to our customers
• To operate in accordance with the company's Quality and Procedures manuals and to comply to the company's various accreditations
• To keep the lab and equipment in a good physical condition at all times
• To maintain a positive, professional and safe working environment, being mindful of the company's Health and Safety procedures
• To be willing to work on continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in a scientific discipline or equivalent experience is preferred, or this role is potentially suitable for students still studying on a part-time basis.

Additional Information

All candidate CV's and cover letter's will be reviewed, however please note that we are not always able to respond to every expression of interest submitted.

This opportunity is only open to candidates who are eligible to work in New Zealand, and already have work rights or an appropriate working visa.