Lab Technician Wanted!

Our client is the world’s most loved beverages while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and innovation. The laboratories play a vital role in ensuring every product that leaves our facility meets strict regulatory and company standards. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Quality and Laboratory team. This role is essential in supporting product testing, maintaining laboratory operations, and ensuring the consistent quality our consumers

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct microbiological checks on various Coca-Cola products within the laboratory.
  
• Collect samples from the production area and prepare them for incubation.
  
• Maintain accurate spreadsheets and documentation in line with quality assurance procedures.
  
• Apply a range of laboratory techniques to support team members in performing qualitative and quantitative testing and characterisation of samples, raw materials, reagents, and finished products.
  
• Maintain cleanliness and proper functioning of laboratory equipment, and assist with monitoring laboratory supplies including materials, chemicals, consumables, and waste disposal.
  
• Perform product testing and sampling activities.
  
• Calibrate water testing equipment.
  
• Test syrup batches as required.
  
• Accurately record and analyse data.
  
• Assist on the production line and support troubleshooting activities when needed.
  
• Sterilise laboratory equipment using an autoclave.
  
• Safely operate a Bunsen burner.
  
• Work on your feet for extended periods; physical fitness is essential.
  
• Be able to lift up to 20 kg to transfer stock to trolleys for laboratory testing (not repetitive but must be capable).
  
• Confident use of Microsoft Excel is required.
  

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification is preferred, such as a Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques, Diploma of Laboratory Technology, or studies in Chemistry, Microbiology, or Food Technology.
  
• Previous laboratory testing experience is desirable but training can be provided.
  
• Experience in a food manufacturing or laboratory environment—particularly within the grain industry—is advantageous but not essential.
  

Who we are

As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to.

At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

So it's over to you. If you would like to join our team, APPLY now.

To learn more about working with Programmed, we encourage you to visit our website.