Mastatest® - Powering mastitis decisions.

Mastaplex is on a mission to provide dairy farmers and vets an easy, precise and fast mastitis diagnostic (www.mastatest.com). The Company’s unique products and services support antibiotic treatment, decisions and disease management, help improve food quality and combat against antimicrobial resistance driving dairy farm profitability.

We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Production Technician to support the manufacturing of diagnostic test kits. You will work as part of an enthusiastic, dynamic, and customer-focused team to drive an innovative diagnostic for animal health. We seek a motivated, dynamic and proactive individual who can communicate effectively with others team members. This is a hands-on role focused on production operations and consistent output. This is a full-time position. Part-time arrangements may be considered for the right candidate.

The opportunity is to:

• Operate and maintain production equipment (dispensing equipment, freeze dryer, autoclave, packaging equipment)

• Participate in formulation preparation

· Label and assemble diagnostic kits

• Package shipping cartons and pallets

• Comply with Quality Management System (QMS) processes ISO9001-2015

• Maintain good and concise records

• Contribute proactively and creatively to the team

You bring the following required knowledge and experience:

· Bachelor’s degree in technology or science or equivalent

· Minimum 2 years’ experience in production/manufacturing in a clean environment (e.g. food, animal health, pharmaceutical industry or other relevant disciplines).

· Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes

· Physically capable of manual tasks and standing for extended periods

· Good organizational and time management skills

· Support a positive team culture

· Shows initiative and has a ‘can do’ attitude

Mastaplex, based in Dunedin, was established in 2015 and is a fast-moving and growing organization providing unique cloud-based diagnostic solutions for the animal health / dairy industry. We are expanding our products and services around the globe. Join our mission to make a difference in the Agtech sector and on society as we take our company to the world.

If you are excited by this opportunity then we’d love to see your application. Applications close 31st May but earlier application will be reviewed as submitted and potentially filled.