Technician - Chemistry - Permanent and Fixed Term Opportunities

Company Description:Everyday our experienced team of 1,700+ people work alongside farmers, producers, and others throughout the food supply chain to help them uphold what Aotearoa stands for in food - a higher standard of quality and safety.

We are passionate about our shared role as Kaitiaki Kai, guardians of food, and have a deep responsibility to do the right thing for food and the environments it comes from.

We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining great people, and supporting them to be the best they can be.  We know diverse teams are stronger teams and we believe in fairness and opportunity for all.

Job Description:Launch your career in Chemistry at the largest Food Testing laboratory in Australasia. Our Laboratory is located in Blockhouse Bay, Auckland. Our large Chemistry department has several fantastic Technician roles available on either a permanent or fixed term basis (6 or 12 months in duration). These are all full-time hours of 40 hours per week, involve working 9:00am to 5:30pm, 5 days per week. Flexibility to work additional days or overtime would be ideal as our laboratory operates 7 days a week.

The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring that sample tests are carried out using the correct methods within the agreed time frames. You will have the advantage of learning on the job gaining invaluable experience.

Your key duties will involve;

• Completing sample testing within the given turn-around-time (TAT)
• Strictly adhere to all laboratory and regulatory quality assurance procedures
• Ensuring all relevant records are kept up to date at all times
• Maintaining a clean and tidy work area
• Participate and contribute to working safely
• Be actively involved in all the day to day improvement activities

Qualifications:To be successful in this role you will have:

• Graduated with a Bachelor of Science, with a focus on Chemistry or Food Science.
• You can hit the ground running, so those with direct experience in Chemistry will be at an advantage.
• Previous work experience in a fast paced and high pressure environment will also be beneficial to your success in getting this role.
• Team player that can remain focused while doing repetitive tasks and cope with regularly changing priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail coupled with fantastic time management skills will see you do well in the AsureQuality environment.

Additional Information:Helping Aotearoa shape a better food world - Join us today!