About

• About the role
• We are on the lookout for a Calibration Specialist to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a high-performing lab and production environment, supporting multiple sites while utilising your calibration expertise.
• You’ll be responsible for ensuring our lab and plant instruments are calibrated, serviced, and maintained to the highest standard, supporting our operations across the business. We're looking for someone who is proactive, detail-oriented, and can hit the ground running.

Key responsibilities include

• Ensure all laboratory and plant testing equipment is calibrated, serviced and maintained to required standards.
• Ensure plant standardisation equipment (FOSS) is calibrated accurately to allow product to meet specification limits.
• Troubleshoot calibration issues for both in-process and final product analysis.
• Meet IANZ accreditation requirements of the laboratory.
• Maintain aspects of a functioning laboratory operation i.e. - building and facility management.
• Write and maintain current and accurate SOPs, test and training records.
• Skills and Experience

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and attributes

• A tertiary education in Science or Technology or equivalent preferred.
• Ideally previous experience in calibration of laboratory equipment and In-Process plant instrument calibration (e.g. FOSS - FTIR, NIR).
• Strong understanding of lab accreditation standards (e.g. IANZ).
• Familiarity with hygiene practice in a food or dairy industry environment.
• Ability to communicate well to a variety of stakeholders.
• Adaptability and ability to manage changing priorities.
• Mechanically minded with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage across teams.
• About us – The Synlait Spirit
• Synlait is more than a global leader in milk nutrition – we're a purpose-led team that’s Doing Milk Differently For A Healthier World. Our Synlait Spirit guides everything we do, from how we show up each day to the impact we create together. You’ll be joining an authentic, down-to-earth team that lives the three values that underpin the Synlait Spirit.
• Be The Difference means we understand before we act – that means asking why, supporting each other to think differently, stay curious, and continuously look for smarter ways to deliver value. Whether it’s in the paddock, the plant or the boardroom, we’re driven by impact and inspired to make a meaningful difference every day.
• We Move as One by working together with respect, trust and a shared commitment to doing what’s right. We collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions and create opportunity for those around us.
• We feed the world’s most vulnerable, including newborn babies, so we have to be Right on the Mark. That means we take accountability seriously, act with courage and focus our energy on what matters most. We combine expert farming and state of the art processing to deliver high quality nutritional products to all over the world.
• At Synlait you’ll be challenged and supported to grow. We know everyone brings something unique to the table so we’re an inclusive workplace, where diverse perspectives fuel innovation and success.

What we offer

• Health insurance cover & partnered with top brands for great benefits and discounts
• Excellent parental leave with our Matua policy
• B CorpTM certified
• Social Club membership opportunities
• What's next? Apply now!
• Include your most recent CV and cover letter summarising your abilities and what you can bring to Synlait. We wish you the best of luck in your application. We encourage you to apply early as we will be reviewing applications regularly and may close the advertisement early.
• Together we will continue to create a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best. Applicants outside of New Zealand will only be considered if you have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand.
• Please note our office will be closed from Tuesday 23rd December and we will be returning Monday 5th January 2026. During this period, we may take longer than usual to come back to you on your application. Once our team is back on board we will be in contact. We wish you a safe and happy holiday season!
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