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Our client is seeking an enthusiastic, bubbly and detail-oriented Quality Control Technician to join their FMCG manufacturing team for an initial three-month temporary assignment. 
  
This is a hands-on opportunity involving routine laboratory testing, sample analysis and product quality checks, helping maintain high standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  
Ideally, you will bring experience in food and beverage manufacturing, commercial laboratory testing or a similar industry, alongside a relevant science qualification, a positive attitude, and a genuine passion for quality.

Key Responsibilities  

• Carry out routine quality inspections and checks across the production floor.
• Perform analytical testing on raw materials, work-in-progress and finished products, including pH, Brix and other relevant product measurements.
• Collect and prepare samples for testing in accordance with established procedures.
• Monitor manufacturing processes and test results to ensure products meet required specifications and quality standards.
• Identify, investigate and report product defects, inconsistencies and out-of-specification results.
• Work closely with production operators and supervisors to address quality issues and minimise product waste.
• Escalate quality concerns and assist with corrective actions to prevent recurring issues.

About You

• To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
• Previous laboratory, quality control, or manufacturing experience.
• A qualification in Chemistry, Food Science, Microbiology, or a related scientific field is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping skills.
• The ability to follow procedures and work safely in a laboratory environment.
• Good communication skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
• A practical, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently.
• Reliable timekeeping and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.

What is on Offer?

• An initial three-month temporary assignment.
• Hands-on experience within a professional manufacturing environment.
• The opportunity to apply and develop your laboratory and quality control skills.
• Ongoing support from the Scitex Recruitment team throughout your assignment

Take the next step in your Quality Control career with this exciting three-month opportunity in food and beverage manufacturing! Gain hands-on laboratory experience, contribute to product quality, and strengthen your technical skills.
Ideal for candidates with laboratory or QC experience looking to grow within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

How to apply

Click APPLY NOW or call Ri at Scitex Recruitment on 09 200 3126 for a confidential discussion.

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 specializes in permanent, contract and temporary recruitment – and has done so since 1987. We are here to engineer better Mondays.

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