29th May, 2026
We’re currently recruiting for two fantastic temporary opportunities with well-established Auckland manufacturers. These roles are ideal for chemistry graduates with 1-2 years experience as a laboratory technician who are wanting to gain valuable hands-on industry experience.
Join a busy manufacturing laboratory supporting paint and coatings production. This role offers excellent exposure to industrial chemistry, quality control systems, and laboratory instrumentation.
Responsibilities include:
- Conducting routine quality control testing on raw materials, intermediate batches, and finished products
- Performing laboratory tests including viscosity, density, pH, gloss, and colour assessments
- Recording and maintaining accurate laboratory data and batch documentation
- Setting up, calibrating, and maintaining laboratory equipment
- Supporting investigations into quality issues and product complaints
- Maintaining laboratory housekeeping and supporting safe work practices
- Assisting with quality and continuous improvement initiatives
This role would suit someone interested in coatings, industrial chemistry, manufacturing, or analytical laboratory work.
What we’re looking for: - A qualification in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, Materials Science, or a related field
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- A practical, hands-on approach
- Previous lab experience is helpful but not essential
These are excellent opportunities for junior technicians, or candidates looking to gain valuable commercial laboratory experience.
Apply now to learn more.
How to apply:
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To apply for this vacancy, you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, or resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.
Scitex specialises in permanent, contract and temporary recruitment – and has done so since 1987. We are here to engineer better Mondays.
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