Global FMCG company
- Two permanent fulltime opportunities with great remuneration
- Excellent work life balance
**About our Organisation**
We are Lactalis Australia.
We are owned by the Lactalis Group, the world's largest producer of dairy goods. With a range of more than 2,000 products, Lactalis is committed to playing a daily role in the health and well-being of consumers throughout the world, via the provision of nutritious dairy products - milk, cheese, yoghurt and other soft foods and beverages.
At the heart of our business locally, we have over 2,500 passionate employees, working closely and constructively with some 500 Australian farmers to produce the finest dairy products in the country.
Pillar brands such as Pauls, Oak, Ice Break, Tamar Valley Dairy, Vaalia, President and Galbani provide Lactalis Australia with a deep national footprint for growth and prosperity.
We are a growing global company that takes excellent pride in who we are. We are humble, proud and resilient. Our brands, people and know how define who we are. We provide a workplace that delivers the opportunity to drive your development, and believe that true success comes from us. Collaboration, flexibility and diversity are pillars of our environment. With knowledge and experience we encourage you to make a difference!
**About the Opportunity**:
Located at our South Brisbane Factory, this permanent full-time opportunity will appeal to a highly motivated individual to bring drive and capability to the business.
The performance of our 24 hour operation site relies heavily on an efficient Laboratory. The role of the Laboratory Technician is therefore pivotal to the success of the operation.
Our laboratory runs Monday to Saturday 24 hours per day, this position is predominantly day shift. Occasional afternoon or night shift work is required for leave coverage and on weekend and public holidays.
**Reporting to the Laboratory Coordinator your key responsibilities will include**:
- Chemical and bacteriological analyses of in-line, finished product and raw materials;
- Prompt and accurate test results communicated to both internal and external customers;
- Maintenance of equipment calibration schedules;
- Ensure housekeeping and safety standards are maintained;
- Record, review and archive data to ensure all documentation is complete and accurate for compliance with regulatory agencies;
- Carry out the implementation and maintenance of a preventative focussed, outcome based laboratory management system complaint with Lactalis good laboratory's practices, policies and procedures;
- Inventory management of all laboratory consumables
- Be involved in continuous improvement activities within the laboratory and cross-functionally to improve food safety and quality standards.
**About you**:
- Tertiary qualified (Degree or diploma in Science, Biochemistry, Food technology or Microbiology)
- Prior practical experience in a laboratory servicing external or internal customers
- Knowledge in occupational health and safety, HACCP based food safety plan, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and ISO based quality systems
- Experience with dealing with internal and external stakeholders
If you are ready to build a rewarding career - click the link to apply!
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