Laboratory Technician

ALS Food & Pharmaceutical Division in Scoresby, Melbourne have a modern laboratory equipped with the latest in analytical technology.

We have two entry level opportunities as Laboratory Technicians to become part of the pharmaceutical team on a permanent basis. These hands-on roles involve preparing, blending, and weighing samples, ensuring accurate results within holding times, completing paperwork, and maintaining efficient and safe lab operations to meet client turnaround goals.

These are permanent, fulltime positions with one team member required Monday to Friday 10:30am to 6:45pm and one team member for Tuesday to Saturday 10:30am to 6:45pm.

The Day-to-Day The successful applicants will undertake a range of duties including the following:

Processing pharmaceutical samples for analysis

Ensuring samples are analysed within holding times

Weighing and checking samples

Fast-paced work with accuracy required

Blend food samples

Completion of paperwork

Ensuring client turnaround times are met

Ensuring the laboratory operates in an efficient and safe manner

Housekeeping tasks

Daily ad hock tasks

The Essentials The successful candidate will possess the following skills and abilities:

Minimum of a laboratory certificate or qualification in science

Ability to undertake reasonable overtime as required

Involved in daily housekeeping of the laboratory

A strong commitment to client service

Ability to work well in a team orientated environment

Good communication and organisational skills

Dedication to good laboratory practices with regards to quality of results and health and safety

Previous experience in a high throughput, client-focused environment, preferred