Laboratory Technician- Research and Development

Work within the LaunchPad Laboratory team to test materials and products against internal and external standards, ensuring they are fit for purpose, sustainable, and compliant with legislative and industry safety requirements. LaunchPad is a specialist in-house packaging design agency, with the Launchpad Laboratory acting as the hub for research and development.

In this role, you’ll:

• Carry out validation tests of packaging materials and products at our inhouse laboratory by following the established testing protocols.
• Produce reports on test findings of material and functional performance.
• Under guidance from the team leader, support process improvements and develop new test methods to meet sustainability and recycling requirements.
• Assist with Detmold Medical quality assurance testing and reporting.
• Research testing standards for legislative and customer compliance.
• Co-ordinate external lab testing for product validation, food safety, sustainability, and other certifications.
• Maintain the laboratory to a high degree of safety and overall organisation.

What you’ll bring:

• Tertiary study in a scientific discipline.
• Relevant experience in a laboratory environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to simplify technical information for diverse audiences.
• Detail-orientation with excellent time management; able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• A desire to continuously learn and provide creative problem solving in fast-paced,
• technical environments.
• Critical thinking, with a curiosity to learn and interpret scientific results.
• A dedicated commitment to workplace health and safety.

Why you’ll love it here:

• An inclusive team culture where collaboration is key.
• Opportunities to gain experience and grow in a global business.
• Work for a company that values safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Convenient near-city location and supportive leadership.

We welcome applications from suitably qualified graduates.

Why Join Us?

At Detmold Group, we’re committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and high-performing workplace. You’ll be part of a team that values innovation, supports professional growth, and makes a meaningful impact across our global operations.

Please note, applicants must have Australian work rights.

While applications must be made online, confidential questions are welcome by emailing David Ball, Talent Acquisition Partner- careers@detmoldgroup.com

Applications close - Sunday 14 December 2025.

If you would like to provide a cover letter as part of your application, please attach it to your resume and upload as one document. 

We are a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

About us

The Detmold Group is a family-owned and operated global business, partnering with some of the world’s largest and most iconic food and retail brands to create world-class packaging for a better tomorrow. 

Our business is focused on making a positive impact for our people, our partners and our planet whilst keeping our customers at the core of everything we do. Relentlessly looking for ways to improve quality, service, and efficiency, we are driven to improve the way the world experiences packaging.

Employee safety is our priority, and we want our people to be 100% SAFE and WELL.