Goodman Fielder Papua New Guinea is one of PNG’s largest food companies, manufacturing and distributing high-quality Flour, Stock Feed, Rice, Snacks and Bakery products throughout the country. Well-known products and brands include Flame Flour, Flame Stockfeed, Flame Oil & Sugar, Flame Rice, Bilas Bread, Skel Rice, Twisties snacks, Arthurs Pies, and the Meadow Lea range.

At GFI, we care about making everyday food better for everyone.

Our goal is to be the leading and most innovative food company with a mission to meet our customers’ needs for superior quality foods with brands that are trusted by families everywhere. We are the go-to source of consumer, shopper, and customer insights to help our customer and business partners succeed.

We currently have a vacancy for a QC Lab Technician (LAE) to join our already strong and effective Quality Control Team in LAE. This role will be reporting to the QAQC Manager. The successful incumbent will be responsible for performing routine laboratory tests to monitor the quality of raw materials, in-process product, and finished products. The technician ensures all products meet internal standards and regulatory requirements by conducting accurate, timely, and properly documented analyses.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Perform daily sample management and testing of raw materials, in-process, and finished products according to standard procedures.
• Conduct tests for key parameters based on sampling and testing plan, test methods can refer to SOP, and research different test methods on international standard.
• Record, analyse, and report results accurately in quality logbooks and software systems.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the laboratory environment in compliance with hygiene and GMP standards.
• Calibrate, operate, and maintain laboratory and related equipment to ensure the accuracy.
• Report any deviations or non-conforming results to the related Supervisor and manager
• Prepare daily quality reports and participate in shift handovers.
• Assist in investigating quality issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Follow safety procedures and proper handling of laboratory chemicals and equipment.
• Manage chemicals inventory and consumables inventory

Behavior (How to):

• Ensure your own behaviors are consistent with the vision, principles, goals and or priorities for GF.
• Take ownership for meeting your daily goals and targets on time.
• Seek support and feedback from your manager if you are unsure of your responsibilities.
• Make an active contribution to the team environment, through sharing knowledge and collaborating with others to build a high performing team.
• Always ensure commitment and clear understanding of GF policies and procedures and adhere to the principles.

Health and Safety:

• Comply with all health and safety regulations on site.
• Follow instructions given for your own health and safety and that of others by following safe work procedures.
• Prevent any environmental incidents from occurring and actively report any safety concerns, near miss or incidents to the Health, Safety and Environment Coordinator and your immediate Manager when the incident occurs.
• Actively comply with Safety WALK’s and TALK’s according to the schedule.
• Wear the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safety equipment required in designated areas (100% compliance).
• Comply with all safety, quality and Goodman Fielder policies and practices.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

• Internal: QA/QC Supervisor, QA/QC Manager, Production Operators, Maintenance Team
• External: Equipment Vendors (for calibration/service), External Labs

To be considered for the role, you will need to have/ be:

Technical/Functional Competencies

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Excellent Time Management
• Team Player
• Self-motivated
• Flexible & Reliable
• Attention to Detail
• Leadership competencies
• Deliver Result, Deliver Fast
• Collaborate Constructively
• Leverage Opportunities to Transform

Experience / Qualifications Required

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in food science, Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in a quality control or laboratory setting (preferably in feed or food industry).
• Basic knowledge of production processes and related quality parameters.
• Familiarity with lab instruments and testing protocols.
• Attention to detail and strong documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Be part of the Skel life and join a team that values healthy eating and active lifestyles and wants to share that with all the people of PNG. Still interested? Send your letter of application and CV/resume with at least 2 referees to:

Internal Recruiter,

Goodman Fielder Papua New Guinea

P.O. Box 673, Port Moresby NCD PNG

E-mail: [email protected]

Please submit your application in either word or pdf and in only one attachment.

Applications close Monday 2^nd May 2025.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.