Technical Officer

1 week ago


Manawatu District ManawatuWanganui, New Zealand Fonterra Full time

**General Information**:

- Date Published- 05-Sep-2024- Advertising Ends- 12-Sep-2024- Country- New Zealand- Location- Manawatu- Role Type- Science & Technology- Work Type- Fixed Term- ID#- 9846**Position Description**:
**About us | Ko wai mātou**
- We are a proud New Zealand Co-operative built by generations of farming whānau. We believe nutritious food is essential to sustain people today, and for future generations to thrive, which is why we challenge ourselves to find new ways to bring our dairy goodness to people around the world.At our Research and Development Centre in Palmerston North, we know the smallest things can make a difference, so we research and develop products that last longer, stretch further, work faster, waste less, withstand more and taste better. Bringing together world class dairy products and the deep expertise of our people we work alongside the passionate, talented and innovative food professionals who are driving dairy industry and innovation.
- **About the opportunity | Te whiwhinga mahi**
- We have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Officer to join our Microbiology and Food Assurance team at our Research and Development Centre in Palmerston North on a fixed term basis.As a Technical Officer in our IANZ microbiology laboratory, you will provide hands-on technical expertise to support our Food Assurance Scientists, Fonterra R&D projects, and business support activities. The role involves performing a variety of accredited food safety tests across various and novel dairy samples. You will maintain and participate in our established Quality Management System and work in accordance with ISO 17025 laboratory practices.
- **Key responsibilities include**:
- Performing routine microbiology food safety tests in our IANZ accredited laboratory
- Following the Quality Management System, maintaining training records and working in ISO 17025 / GLP conditions
- Undertaking and ensuring excellent Quality Control and associated Quality Assurance tasks
- Calibration, maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment
- Participating in an ILCP proficiency program
- Interpretation and entering of results
- Providing technical advice and guidance to laboratory stakeholders
- Supporting strategic laboratory initiatives

**About you | Ko wai koe**
- We are looking for a motivated individual who has relevant laboratory experience and operates with good aseptic technique. You will be passionate about microbiology and keen to work in a fast paced, engaged team.You will be keen and eager to go the extra mile, possess the ability to take a hands-on approach and be able to plan your own work. Importantly, you will be a team player who enjoys engaging and collaborating with a large cross functional team.
- **Attributes that will help you succeed in the role**:

- Tertiary qualification in food science/microbiology/technology or similar discipline or 2-3 years’ practical work experience in a dairy, food, pharmaceutical, IANZ, or ISO17025 registered laboratory.
- Great organisational skills and attention to detail in data entry, result analysis and reporting.
- Able to work both independently and collaboratively when required.
- Be actively involved in seeking continuous improvement in work practices and activities.
- Excellent communication skills, along with strong collaboration, communication, and stakeholder management abilities

To be considered for this position you must have work eligibility for New Zealand.If this sounds like you and you’re looking to further your career with Fonterra, we look forward to hearing from you.
- **The benefits of life at Fonterra | Te ora i Te Mātāpuna**
- Our people and what they bring to our Co-op shape our success. We have a collaborative culture, inspiring leaders, and passionate people, making Fonterra a great place to work. We also offer competitive remuneration and a range of benefits, regardless of your role or location.- We offer flexible working to ensure the job gets done whilst being there for life's important moments.
- With a global presence, a world of career opportunities awaits you.
- We support your health and wellbeing with events, discounts on wellbeing products, and employee assistance programs.
- We encourage lifelong learning and will help you develop your skills.
- Enjoy discounted health insurance based on your employment type and location.
- No matter your life stage or choices, we have leave options, including purchasing additional leave, enhanced parental benefits, and long-service leave.

To learn more, visit Fonterra CareersSound good to you? Come join our whānau and let’s solve for better, together. You, me, us together. Tᾱtou tᾱtou.Applications close midnight on Thursday, 12 of September.



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