A bit about the role :
A fantastic opportunity has presented itself for a Laboratory Technician in our Micronutrients department to join our leading and growing organisation and group!
In this role you are expected to work as part of a team across the full range of processes that allow continuity of production. You will monitor and operate analytical instrumentation, and are also responsible for the safe operation, basic maintenance, and troubleshooting of the Laboratory equipment & processes while ensuring high standards of safety in all aspects of your work. You will be involved in initial laboratory commissioning and method validation of analytical tests. You will also help to make sure we are compliant in all processes and provide input into process improvement initiatives.
A bit about you :
If you have a Tertiary Qualification in Chemistry. Biochemistry, Food Science or equivalent with a minimum of 1 years' experience working in an Accredited Analytical Laboratory this role may be for you!
We are looking for someone to analyse and promote better work practices and processes and provide excellent process delivery and organisation skills. You must have a Strong Quality focus to understand and adhere to documented Standard Operating Procedures and instructions.
Who are we?
Oceania Dairy (ODL) is a dairy manufacturing plant located in Glenavy, South Canterbury, with a diverse workforce of 400 staff, who specialise in the creation of Milk Powder (adult and infant formula) and UHT milk. Owned by the Global Top 5 dairy company Yili Group, Westland Milk Products and its related companies in New Zealand, Oceania Dairy (Glenavy), Pure Nutrition Ltd (Rolleston), Canary Foods (Hamilton) and EasiYo Ltd (Auckland) form a group that we refer to as the Yili Oceania Business Division (YOBD). The combined business produces over 170,000mt of finished goods which are then exported to over 40 countries, driving annual revenue in excess of $1.3B - and growing. Our family thrives on a sense of unity and collective success and through focusing on innovation, quality and our diversity, we can successfully contribute to maintaining Yili's title of Asias leading dairy product provider.
Why choose Oceania Dairy?
Applications close on 25 / 10 / 2025. Please note that this advertisement may close earlier than the listed closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and interviews may be conducted earlier than the closing date.
Applicants must have valid work rights in New Zealand to be considered.
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Laboratory Technician • New Zealand