Lab Technician

**Job no**: 507848

**Work type**: Full Time

**Location**: Tumut

Join a market leader with an overriding commitment to people, culture & the environment.
- Strong analytical skills required
- Located at our State-of-the Art Kraft Mill in Tumut
- Values based inclusive team

At Visy, our people make us stand out from the crowd. We are always seeking solutions, opportunities and possibilities. We look for people who see what is ahead and run towards it. These people are helping us to achieve our vision to become the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. Together, we can create a better world.

**THE OPPORTUNITY**:
The primary responsibilities of this role are the physical and chemical testing of pulp and paper mill samples for the purposes of process monitoring and control and final product quality control in the 24-hour laboratory. In addition, this position is responsible for supervision of the transfer of bulk chemicals delivered to the mill which involves their safe unloading from a delivery tanker into storage tanks used in the manufacturing processes.

When not providing occasional shift relief, the technician will carry out testing of woodchips and/or support of laboratory day crew tasks, chemical area inspections, housekeeping, and online analyser support in the form of chemical preparation and verification testing as directed by the Laboratory Supervisor. The technician’s time will be allocated evenly between woodyard testing and sampling and support of day crew laboratory operations.

Reporting to the Laboratory Supervisor, key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

- Safety conformance - conducts the required pre-checks for equipment prior to commencement of any test.
- Environmental conformance - correct disposal of laboratory waste as per VISY policies and procedures.
- Quality - ensure accurate testing of various quality characteristics for all in-process samples for correct process optimization.
- Productivity - handle unloading of bulk chemical deliveries and carry out paper testing with speed and accuracy in order not to cause delay in the winding operations.
- Cost - minimize retest (chemical cost), breakages (materials cost), and damage to major instruments or equipment.

**WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TEAM**

**Minimum requirements**:

- Year-12 or equivalent. Certified true copy of certificate is required.
- Chemistry or Science Graduate - will be advantageous
- Experience in any manufacturing environment
- Laboratory experience
- Forklift license
- will be advantageous

**Competencies**:

- Highly motivated with demonstrated good work attitude and behaviour.
- A good team player.
- Ability to work with mínimal supervision and ability to work under pressure with sound decision-making skills.
- Ability to work with computerised control systems.
- Ability to respond to challenges as they arise.
- Service and results orientated.
- Satisfactory housekeeping skills.
- Sound knowledge and understanding of company policies (Quality, Health & Safety, Environment).
- Sound verbal and written communication skills.
- Sound numerical skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to learn quickly and gain competence in manual handling skills.
- Sound internal and external customer service

When you join Visy, you’re joining a global leader dedicated to making serious progress in the sustainable packaging and recycling industries. We want to find solutions, make an impact and grow our business. If you can help us, you’ll fit right in. **There’s never been a better time to join Visy**
- _You will be required to meet Visy’s employment criteria which will include a criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing)._
- _Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion._

**Advertised**: 29 Mar 2023 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
**Applications close**: 31 May 2023 AUS Eastern Standard Time