Job Description

Laboratory Assistant

Opportunity to launch your career in Quality & Laboratory Assistance
Collaborative and dynamic work environment
Location: Hastings, New Zealand (Tomoana)

Grow Your Quality Career with Kraft Heinz!

Are you a recent graduate or student looking to launch your career in the Quality department? Do you want to join a dynamic team with a proven track record of internal growth and career advancement opportunities? We have an exciting opportunity in our Laboratory team as a Laboratory Assistant based in Hastings, New Zealand (Tomoana).

The Company

The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.

Key position responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Conduct sampling and logging of selected samples, including in-process samples, swabs, waters, ingredients, and finished products at Hastings Factories
Prepare media and equipment required for micro testing, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
Prepare a variety of samples for micro and chemistry testing, adhering to laboratory protocols
Assist laboratory technicians with testing duties, where training has been completed, to support efficient workflow
Perform basic analysis, including pH and chlorine tests, daily for media and samples, maintaining accurate records

About you:

Laboratory experience with a good understanding of laboratory protocols and procedures
Excellent time management skills to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
Strong communication skills to effectively interact with various stakeholders
Proficient in basic computer skills and laboratory software systems
Collaborative team player with a focus on teamwork and support
Ability to manage and prioritise workload, helping Laboratory Technicians as required
Meticulous attention to detail with accurate record-keeping and reporting skills

Current Driver's License holder with a willingness to travel to Hastings Factories

Eligibility to work in New Zealand with full working rights.

Benefits of working with us

Pay for Performance – industry leading variable compensation offerings tied to company and individual performance on top of a competitive base salary package
Parental Leave – paid time off for both primary AND secondary caregivers
Leave Options – Purchased leave, volunteer leave and LiveWell leave programs to give you even more flexibility to plan your life and spend time on causes that matter
Novated Leasing
Great Place to Work certification in Australia and New Zealand
In House Training Programs
Corporate Discount Programs

Ready to make an Impact?

If you're passionate about Quality, eager to learn, and enjoy working in a team environment, please submit your application soon. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close the advertisement early. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join our global FMCG organisation!

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Location(s)

Tomoana

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.