LIFE SCIENCE TECHNICIAN

JobSpace; Auckland; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ZEMO FRESH is seeking a Life Science Technician in Auckland to support mushroom production, laboratory work and quality control. You will monitor biological and environmental conditions, maintain records and assist with lab activities and QC throughout the mushroom production process.

The role suits someone with a background in biological or environmental sciences and a hands-on, careful approach to working with samples, equipment and production materials.

Qualifications

• Experience with biological observation and laboratory work.
• Good attention to detail and accurate records.
• Ability to learn new procedures in a production lab.
• Strong hygiene, safety and contamination control awareness.

Responsibilities

• Assist monitoring mushroom production and biological conditions.
• Record samples and production data accurately.
• Monitor environmental conditions (temp, humidity, ventilation, cleanliness).
• Support basic laboratory observation and sample handling.
• Assist quality control throughout production.
• Identify and report abnormal growth or contamination risks.
• Maintain records of production, environment and quality observations.
• Support with hygiene and contamination-control procedures.
• Assist the technical team to improve production processes.

Education

Relevant biological science qualification

Job description

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ZEMO PRODUCE LIMITED, trading as ZEMO FRESH, is a New Zealand-based specialist mushroom production company established in 2009. The company focuses on the cultivation, quality control and supply of fresh edible mushrooms to retail groups, wholesale markets and food processing businesses.

Our operations combine modern mushroom cultivation with laboratory support, environmental monitoring, quality control and standardised production processes. We operate dedicated production facilities and laboratory capabilities to support mushroom culture management, environmental monitoring, food safety and consistent product quality.

About the Company

ZEMO PRODUCE LIMITED, trading as ZEMO FRESH, is a New Zealand-based specialist mushroom production company established in 2009. The company focuses on the cultivation, quality control and supply of fresh edible mushrooms to retail groups, wholesale markets and food processing businesses.

Our operations combine modern mushroom cultivation with laboratory support, environmental monitoring, quality control and standardised production processes. We operate dedicated production facilities and laboratory capabilities to support mushroom culture management, environmental monitoring, food safety and consistent product quality.

About the Role

We are looking for a Life Science Technicianto support our mushroom production, laboratory and quality control activities in Auckland.

The role is suited to a person with a background in biological science, environmental science, biotechnology, plant or animal science, microbiology, or a related field.

The successful candidate will work closely with the production and technical team to monitor biological and environmental conditions, maintain production records, support laboratory activities and assist with quality control throughout the mushroom production process.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with monitoring mushroom growth and biological production conditions.
• Collect, record and maintain samples and production data.
• Monitor environmental conditions such as temperature, humidity, ventilation and cleanliness.
• Assist with basic laboratory observation, testing and sample handling.
• Support mushroom culture and production quality control activities.
• Identify and report abnormal growth, contamination risks or other production issues.
• Maintain accurate records of production, environmental conditions and quality observations.
• Assist with hygiene, cleaning and contamination-control procedures.
• Support the technical team in improving production processes and consistency.
• Follow workplace health and safety, food safety and standard operating procedures.
• Perform other technical and production support duties as required.

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• A relevant qualification in biological science, conservation biology, biotechnology, microbiology, animal and plant science, environmental science or a related discipline.
• Practical experience with biological observation, monitoring, sampling or laboratory work.
• Good attention to detail and accurate record-keeping skills.
• An understanding of biological processes and environmental conditions.
• The ability to work carefully with samples, equipment and production materials.
• God communication and teamwork skills.
• A practical and hands-on approach to work.
• The ability to learn new technical procedures and adapt to a production environment.
• A strong awareness of hygiene, safety and contamination control.
• Previous experience in laboratory assistance, biological testing, environmental monitoring, agriculture, food production, animal or plant science will be an advantage.