Laboratory Technician – Food Science Student

Type:
Casual, Part Time
Salary:
$30 - $35 per hour
Published:
November 3rd, 2025
Location:
Smithfield, New South Wales, Australia
Reference:
BH-318595
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About the company/role:
Our client is a well-known dairy beverage company based in Western Sydney. The supply into all major retailers and uphold high quality standards. They are seeking a Food Science student to join their team in the lab carrying our microbial testing of beverage samples. This role is required to work one day per week on a Saturday from 11am-7pm. This role can also be asked to come in on an ad-hoc basis during busy periods.
 
Duties:
  • Microbiological testing of dairy beverage samples
  • Ensure highest levels of HACCP and GMP by monitoring manufacturing
  • Ensure highest levels of Hygiene by following cleaning and sanitation programs
  • Involvement with internal and GMP audits
  • Reporting and actioning on NCRs
  • Calibration of laboratory instruments daily and maintain cleanliness and tidiness in the lab
Skills/experience:
  • Current student studying tertiary qualifications in Food Science
  • Hands-on experience in a laboratory
  • Have a keen and diligent work ethic with good people skills
  • Working knowledge of HACCP/GMP/GLP
  • Strong computer skills MS Word/Excel
  • Excellent attention to detail
Culture & Benefits:
  • Excellent opportunity to gain hands-on industry experience while you complete your degree!
  • Work with an iconic Australian brand which supplies to major retailers
  • Work as part of a close-knit team
  • Parking on-site
Apply!
If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).  
Or, if you have any questions, please contact Claire on +61 2 8071 4290.

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