About the role
Our client is a global leader in the development and manufacture of innovative functional food ingredients, supplying high-quality nutritional solutions to customers across the food, beverage, and nutraceutical sectors worldwide.
They are seeking a hands-on R&D; Laboratory Technician to join their Brisbane-based Research & Development team on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with laboratory or food manufacturing experience who enjoys working across product development, pilot plant trials, equipment maintenance, and laboratory operations.

Key Responsibilities
Operate, maintain, and clean laboratory and pilot plant equipment
Support product development trials and testing activities
Coordinate equipment calibration and servicing
Prepare samples for customers, distributors, and stability studies
Monitor laboratory consumables and raw material inventory
Assist with laboratory administration, documentation, and purchase orders
Maintain a secure, organised, and compliant laboratory environment

Skills/Experience
Diploma or higher qualification in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related scientific discipline
Minimum 1 year's experience in a food manufacturing, laboratory, or product development environment




Robust organisational and communication skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Motivated, hands-on, and eager to learn

Highly Regarded
Experience with dairy processing, spray drying, or food manufacturing
Experience operating or maintaining processing equipment

Apply!
If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).
Or, if you have any questions, please contact Steph on .

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