Looking to start a career in Laboratory Operations, Food Safety, or Quality?

Richmond Dairies is seeking a motivated and reliable individual to join our Laboratory team at our dairy manufacturing facility in Casino, NSW.

This position is being advertised as an entry-level opportunity; however, applicants with laboratory, food manufacturing, quality assurance, microbiology, chemistry, dairy, or food science experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will be appointed at a classification level appropriate to their skills, qualifications, and experience. Full training will be provided where required.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within the food manufacturing industry while gaining practical laboratory experience and on-the-job learning.

About Richmond Dairies

Richmond Dairies is a leading Australian dairy manufacturer producing a diverse range of liquid, frozen, powder, and butter products supplied to domestic and international markets. We are committed to quality, food safety, continuous improvement, and supporting our employees to develop their skills and careers.

About the Role

Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, you will support the day-to-day operation of the laboratory through sample preparation, testing assistance, record keeping, and laboratory housekeeping activities.

This role offers genuine development opportunities for the right person and may provide future pathways into Laboratory Assistant and Laboratory Technician positions.

While this role is initially focused on laboratory operations, there may be opportunities to gain exposure to broader quality assurance and food safety activities as part of ongoing career development.

Key Responsibilities

- Assisting with microbiological, chemical, and physical testing.
- Sample collection, preparation, and handling.




- Recording and maintaining laboratory records.
- Cleaning and maintaining laboratory equipment.
- Managing laboratory consumables and stock levels.
- Supporting quality and food safety activities.
- Maintaining laboratory cleanliness and organisation.
- Following food safety, quality, and workplace safety requirements.

About You We are looking for someone who:

- Has solid attention to detail.
- Is reliable and organised.
- Has good computer and record-keeping skills.
- Can work independently and as part of a team.
- Has a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Is committed to food safety and quality standards.

Highly Regarded The following experience, skills, or qualifications would be advantageous:

- Previous laboratory experience.
- Experience within food or dairy manufacturing.
- Quality Assurance experience.
- Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, or food safety systems.
- Qualifications or studies in Food Science, Laboratory Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
- Experience conducting chemical, physical, or microbiological testing.

What We Offer

- Full-time permanent employment.
- On-the-job training and development.
- Career progression opportunities.
- Supportive team environment.
- Exposure to laboratory, food safety, and manufacturing operations.
- Opportunity to contribute directly to product quality and food safety outcomes.

Richmond Dairies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity, inclusion, and respect within the workplace. The successful applicant may be required to satisfactorily complete pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, verification of qualifications and licences, medical assessments, and drug and alcohol screening, where lawful, reasonable, and relevant to the inherent requirements of the role.

Apply now and become part of a team committed to producing safe, high-quality dairy products enjoyed by customers across Australia and around the world.

📌 Laboratory Assistant / Laboratory Technician (Casino)
🏢 Richmond Dairies
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