At Bega Peanuts Kingaroy, our site processes and markets high-quality peanut products and is Australia's leading supplier of peanuts to domestic and overseas customers.
The role of Laboratory Assistant at our Kingaroy site is part of the Bega Technical Centre and offers an exciting opportunity to become an integral part of a supportive and talented team, with career development and growth within the wider business.
This is an excellent path to gain experience and knowledge in the Quality & Technical Field. You will assist with general duties, support other laboratory analysts as required, and ensure timely and accurate data entry of results. Your attention to detail and product knowledge is essential.
This is a fixed-term, 12-month position.
Responsibilities
1. Collection of laboratory samples for preparation of analysis
2. Conduct accurate and timely laboratory analyses
3. Preparation of samples for sending to external laboratories and notifications
4. Oversee environmental monitoring swabbing in production areas and reporting of results
5. Logging of samples, data entry, and reporting
6. Strict adherence to documented methods and Laboratory Quality Manual
7. Observe good laboratory practices
8. Liaise with other Bega PCA departments as required
9. Strict adherence to site and laboratory safety requirements
About you
1. Experience in a similar role - previous food manufacturing experience is highly desirable
2. Must have full/unlimited working rights in Australia with no restrictions
3. Ability to pass a "fit for work" assessment, including drug test
4. Motivated with a great working attitude to meet peak demands
5. Reliable with transport available to attend work
6. Ability to uphold safety and quality requirements as a core value
7. Excellent teamwork and communication skills
We want to learn about you. If you are curious, creative, and invested in the growth and development of others as much as yourself and meet most of the competencies outlined above, we encourage you to apply.
Applications
The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment medical.
At the Bega Group, diversity and inclusion is a business priority. We want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age, or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to work at the Bega Group.
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