Lab Technician Role
We are seeking a skilled Laboratory Technician to join our team.
Job Description:
The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting routine laboratory testing and sampling, verifying cleaning using microbiological swabbing.
Key Responsibilities:
* Carry out Trichinella testing
* Monitor carcass quality
* Perform microbiological testing
* Communicate with customers to provide technical information
* Maintain and update laboratory procedures manual
The role involves ensuring daily tasks are completed, results are actioned where required, and reviewing results records weekly to ensure all records are completed correctly and signed off.
Additional Tasks:
* Generate reports for QA Manager and Veterinary Inspector
* Comply with regulatory standards, legislation, and liaise with DAFF officials
* Implement Corrective & Preventative Action & Non-Conforming Product Management
* Measure adherence to Customer Specification
* Implement and maintain HACCP & hygiene requirements
* Review product and process development
* Manage sanitation and cleaning
* Assist in managing the Food Safety & Quality Management System
This is a shift work position that requires teamwork, attention to detail, effective communication, and laboratory experience. Relevant qualifications in science or agriculture are essential, as well as 2 years of work experience in QA in a food factory environment.
Requirements:
To be considered for this role, applicants must possess:
* A degree in a relevant field such as science or agriculture
* At least 2 years of work experience in QA in a food factory environment
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Able to work effectively in a team environment
* A high level of attention to detail and organizational skills