Laboratory Supervisor

1 week ago


Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Goodman Fielder Pty Limited Full time
  • Be part of something delicious – help craft premium, high-quality cheese

At Goodman Fielder our purpose is making everyday food better for everyone. We own a broad range of iconic brands that generations of New Zealanders have grown up with and put in their supermarket trolleys every week.

We are a team that believes that anything is possible. We drive change as an opportunity for us to innovate and transform our business and to achieve beyond what we think is possible.

We live by our values: We Grow Together, We Get Stuff Done, We Keep it Simple.

The Opportunity:

We are looking for a Laboratory Supervisor to play a key role in maintaining regulatory compliance and ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality cheese products at our Puhoi Valley manufacturing site.

About the Role:

As our Laboratory Supervisor, you'll play a key role in ensuring our delicious products meet the highest quality standards. You will oversee testing resources, laboratory standard operating procedures, problem-solving, and site communication to uphold the highest quality standards. Your leadership will be essential in developing and managing effective testing, reporting, and training programmes to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Lead & develop a small team, managing daily laboratory operations.
  2. Oversee microbiological, physicochemical, and sensory testing for compliance.
  3. Ensure accurate product analysis to meet specifications and legal requirements.
  4. Investigate quality issues & customer complaints, driving continuous improvement.
  5. Provide training & support for manufacturing teams in GMP and quality standards.
  6. Manage lab budgets & resources, ensuring efficiency and cost control.

What You'll Bring:

  1. 5+ years of microbiology and chemistry laboratory experience.
  2. Previous experience in a food manufacturing laboratory.
  3. Strong ability to review, develop, and implement procedures to enhance quality standards.
  4. A tertiary qualification in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Engineering, or a related field.
  5. Strategic mindset with a willingness to get involved in every aspect and learn on the job.

What we offer:

This is your chance to join a tight-knit, supportive team where great leadership, career development, and a stunning location make every workday rewarding. In return for your passion and success, we will reward you with a competitive remuneration package and help you achieve personal and professional growth and development. At Goodman Fielder, we aim to be a destination employer in the food industry where we don't just offer jobs - we offer long-term careers. If you're ready to drive commercial success in a high-impact role, we'd love to hear from you

Apply now and immerse yourself in New Zealand's finest award-winning cheeses

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