About the role: Evolve are recruiting for a Quality Technician to work within a dairy manufacturer in Sydney’s Western Suburbs. The position reports to the Laboratory Manager and will carry out microbial and chemical analysis on their dairy samples. This role will ensure products meet specifications and quality systems are maintained. This is a casual role with working days estimated to be 4 days per week rotating between day, afternoon and night shift. The roster will be given every second week.
Your duties will include:
Microbiological and chemical testing of dairy/beverage samples
Ensure products meet specifications
Validation of recent testing methods
Ensure highest levels of HACCP and GMP by monitoring manufacturing
Calibration of laboratory instruments daily & maintain cleanliness & tidiness in the lab
Drive continuous improvement in the business
Please note some manual handling is required e.g. carrying litre samples from manufacturing to lab.
Skills & experience:
Tertiary qualifications in Food Science or equivalent
Previous experience in a food/ beverage laboratory is essential
Dairy experience is highly regarded
Excellent communication skills with internal/external stakeholders