Laboratory Technician Kilcoy

**ABOUT US**

**About Kilcoy Global Foods**

Kilcoy Global Foods is a multi-award-winning global foods solutions business, renowned for exceptional quality and innovation. Specialising in premium Australian beef, lamb and high-quality protein products, Kilcoy Global Foods products are enjoyed in more than 50 countries.

**THE OPPORTUNITY**

**Location: Kilcoy**

**We have** an exciting opportunity for a Laboratory Technician to join our Quality Assurance Department.**

**This position works on green roster which includes weekend work.**

**ABOUT YOU**
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience operating in a NATA / DAWR approved Microbiology laboratory and / or Tertiary qualifications (Including TAFE certificates/diplomas)
- Willingness to obtain NATA signatory
- Extremely high attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability and positive attitude
- Willingness to work a roster, which may include weekends

**TO BE SUCCESSFUL**

**You will bring with you**:

- Preparation and quality control of media and for Microbiological sample analysis
- Sample preparation and monitoring of test results within the export beef industry
- Adhere to government/ organisation standards, ie NATA, DAWR, AS - ensuring most current policy /procedure updates are implemented
- Complete all daily routine procedures following laboratory schedules and manuals
- Calibration and trace-ability of laboratory testing equipment and product
- Participation in proficiency testing programs, and culture control
- Record and report writing, data entry, calculations, trending / MU spread sheets
- Participate in both Internal and External Audits and the corrective action process
- Verification and/or validation of test methods/processes

**HIGHLY REGARDED**
- Previous experience with PCR methods ie GDS / BAX and confirmation of pathogens along with reading of microbial results
- Previous experience in a similar environment / meat processing / food manufacturing

**BENEFITS**
- Full Time employment with flexible options
- Access to discounted premium meat
- An organisation where cultural diversity is celebrated

This is a long-term career opportunity, working for an enterprise business with Corporate Offices on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland. We have recorded business growth of 20% year on year with sales in excess of $1.8 billion. We are committed to building a work environment that fosters an agile plus flexible workplace and where employee wellbeing is paramount.

**HOW TO APPLY