Flint Group operates in the printing and packaging industry, supporting customers across a range of applications. Our laboratory team plays a critical role in ensuring product quality, consistency and performance while providing technical support to our customers and internal operations.

About the Role

Reporting to the Laboratory Team Leader, the Laboratory Technician will perform a range of laboratory testing, colour matching, product evaluation and quality control activities to ensure Flint Group products meet required specifications and customer expectations.

Working across multiple business segments, including Flexible Packaging, Paper & Board, Narrow Web, Press Room Chemistry and Transfer Media, you will collaborate with laboratory colleagues, operations and other internal teams to support product quality, customer satisfaction and continuous improvement.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded individual to develop their laboratory skills and contribute to a diverse, customer-focused manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Perform laboratory testing and quality control assessments on manufactured and imported products to ensure compliance with established specifications.

Conduct colour matching, analytical testing, product performance reviews and formulation entry or adjustments within SAP.

Evaluate raw materials and conduct pre-shipment testing and product qualification activities.

Provide technical support and training to customers, assisting with product application and troubleshooting.

Work closely with operations and other internal departments to support customer requirements and service objectives.

Assist with document control, compliance activities, audits, non-conformance reports and incident investigations.

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives,



inventory reduction programs and product rework as required.

Support team training, coaching and knowledge sharing when requested.

Maintain a clean, organised and safe laboratory setting, following all workplace health and safety procedures and quality requirements.

About You

You are organised, analytical and proactive, with a strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality. You enjoy solving problems, working collaboratively and ensuring that testing and technical activities are completed accurately and efficiently.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

An understanding of laboratory procedures and testing methods.

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Good time management and organisational skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively within a team.

A commitment to workplace safety, quality standards and continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Experience

The following will be highly regarded:

A tertiary qualification in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline, such as a Bachelor of Science.

Knowledge of flexographic and gravure printing processes and their product applications.

Experience using SAP, IBM Notes or similar business systems.

An understanding of ISO 9001:2015 quality management principles.

Experience in laboratory testing, quality control,



manufacturing or technical support.

Attractive hourly rate will be negotiated with the successful applicant.

The role may progress to a full-time role in the future.

Immediate start.

Flint Group is dedicated to bringing colour and function to the printing and packaging products that consumers touch, see and use each day.

Today, Flint Group has more to offer than ever before.

We offer an unmatched product portfolio spanning inks, blankets, pressroom chemistry, flexographic plates and sleeves, consumables and colourants. With impressive global resources, local service and personalised expertise, we provide printers, publishers, packaging printers and converters with the most reliable products in the most streamlined fashion.

Customers rely on Flint Group for our ability to deliver exceptional value, unparalleled service, consistent quality and continuous innovation around the world.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website

Welcome to Flint Group

Flint Group is dedicated to bringing colour and function to the printing and packaging products that consumers touch, see and use each day.

Today, Flint Group has more to offer than ever before.

We offer an unmatched product portfolio spanning inks, blankets, pressroom chemistry, flexographic plates and sleeves, consumables and colourants. With impressive global resources, local service and personalised expertise, we provide printers, publishers, packaging printers and converters with the most reliable products in the most streamlined fashion.

Customers rely on Flint Group for our ability to deliver exceptional value, unparalleled service, consistent quality and continuous innovation around the world.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website

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📌 Laboratory Technician Ink Industry (Melbourne)
🏢 Flint Group Australia
📍 Melbourne