Laboratory Technician

Lab TechnicianAbout the Role Our Client is one of the world's leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Operating manufacturing sites in 31 countries their ambition is to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world.Our Client is looking for a casual Lab Technician on a 1 day per fortnight basis with leave cover as required. The main duties of the Lab Technician are to complete quality control testing on water-based emulsions according to test methods, calibrate instrumentation, make simple solutions, ensure lab supplies are well stocked, general lab and sample management duties, and escalate any issues in a timely manner. Some flexibility regarding the finish time is required at times due to the nature of a production environment.What's in it for you? Opportunity to work in productionOne day per fortnight 7am-2pm with opportunity for overtimeAttractive hourly rateDuties and ResponsibilitiesMaintain calibration of quality control equipmentComplete housekeeping and restocking of consumables as requiredComplete checklists and sample management as requiredCollaborate with logistics, operations, and quality roles to ensure priorities are metPerform inspections across all stages of production and dispatchPrepare and maintain test data for reviewEvaluate data and draft reports, noting any relevant deviations from existing standardsIdentify areas for quality control improvementCommunicate quality or compliance concerns with urgencyData entry into SAP and ExcelSkills and ExperienceSolid understanding of test equipment preferredinspection and/or production experience welcomedSome working knowledge of various mathematical concepts including fractions, ratios, and proportionsAbility to complete light duty repetitive tasks as requiredDemonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervisionExcellent organizational skillsDemonstrated ability to analyze and interpret informationEssentialBachelor of ScienceIf you would like more information please email esinclair@gforce.org.au or call 0428 079 154 for a confidential chat. To APPLY, submit your resume and a cover letter via the 'APPLY' button. gforce is an employment and recruitment leader, employing over 500 people weekly, including labour hire and permanent recruitment services apprentices, trainees, school-based trainees. We are a For-Purpose Community Organisation that makes a difference in the lives of people and communities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments for any person who requests it, please email accessibility@gforce.org.au if this applies to you.