Laboratory Technician

Kerry; Auckland; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kerry is seeking a Laboratory Technician at Otahuhu, Auckland, New Zealand. The role focuses on delivering accurate testing across finished products, in-process materials, and raw materials while supporting continual improvement in the lab environment.

The successful candidate will have a tertiary degree in a related field, strong GLP/GMP knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple tests and data systems such as SAP and Intelex.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Practical knowledge of laboratory testing, GLP, HACCP, GMP, and food safety principles.
• Understanding of food safety management systems (e.g., FSSC 22000) and regulatory requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret results against specs.
• Good organisational skills to manage priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with SAP, Intelex, or LIS is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct finished product, in-process, raw material, water, and end-of-shelf-life testing in accordance with approved methods, specifications, and schedules.
• Produce test results in a timely manner to support release of compliant materials and products.
• Identify, document, and escalate non-conformances, and support investigations.
• Manage laboratory samples to maintain identification, traceability, storage, and disposal.
• Complete equipment calibration, verification, and routine checks, and maintain records.
• Perform environmental monitoring and hygiene swabbing in line with site procedures.
• Coordinate testing with external laboratories, including sample submission and follow-up.
• Maintain quality data in Intelex, SAP, and other systems.
• Support audits and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related discipline

Tools

SAP

Intelex

LIMS

Job description

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

Requisition ID 67301

Position Type FT Permanent

Workplace Arrangement

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About The Role

• Work Location Otahuhu, Auckland, New Zealand
• Reporting Line Quality Assurance Laboratory Lead
  

The Laboratory Technician is responsible for delivering accurate and timely laboratory test results while supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The role contributes to laboratory optimization, effective resource utilization, and the implementation of lean laboratory concepts to improve overall efficiency and performance.

Key responsibilities

Main Responsibilities

• Conduct finished product, in-process, raw material, water, and end-of-shelf-life testing in accordance with approved methods, specifications, and schedules.
• Produce test results in a timely manner to support the accurate and timely release of compliant raw materials and finished products.
• Identify, document, and escalation raw material and finished product non-conformances, and support investigations and corrective actions.
• Manage laboratory, retention, and external testing samples to maintain identification, traceability, storage, and disposal requirements.
• Complete equipment calibration, verification, and routine checks, and maintain accurate laboratory records.
• Perform environmental monitoring and hygiene swabbing in line with site procedures and schedules.
• Coordinate testing with external laboratories, including sample submission, result follow-up, and record management.
• Maintain accurate quality data and records in Intelex, SAP, and other approved systems.
• Support internal and external audits within the laboratory’s scope, including customer, regulatory, and certification audits.
• Contribute to laboratory and site continuous improvement initiatives, including enhancements to testing reliability, efficiency, compliance, and data integrity.
  

Food Safety and Quality Responsibilities

• Comply with all applicable food safety, quality, GMP, HACCP, allergen, customer, company, and regulatory requirements.
• Immediately report and escalation any food safety, legality, quality, or product integrity concerns in accordance with site procedures.
• Complete all required training and maintain demonstrated competency in assigned laboratory and quality responsibilities.
• Maintain accurate, complete, legible, and traceable records in accordance with data integrity and document control requirements.
  

Qualifications And Skills

• A tertiary qualification in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Practical knowledge of laboratory testing, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), HACCP, GMP, and food safety principles.Understanding of recognised food safety and quality management systems, such as FSSC 22000, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Strong attention to detail, sound problem-solving skills, and the ability to interpret test results against specifications.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; experience with SAP, Intelex, or laboratory information systems is desirable.