About the Company 

Joining the team at BlockTexx, represents a once in a lifetime opportunity to be a key member of a new innovative and bold textile recovery business which is committed to making a real impact on improving our environment.  

BlockTexx patented technology processes unwanted textiles and clothing back into high value raw materials for reuse including back into new textiles.

The state-of-the-art textile recovery facility is located in the Logan region of Brisbane.  

About the role 

This a temporary full time contract role and represents an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and experience within a unique environment which will be constantly changing and challenging. Reporting directly to the Product Development Manager, you will be involved in the following important aspects of BlockTexx’s operation:  

• Sampling, quality testing and analysing raw materials, process products and final products throughout the entire operation.  
• Maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment to support quality analysis and product development. 

This role will suit a candidate who would like to work on the forefront of textile recycling. The role is a rare opportunity to grow professionally and personally within a unique and expanding business. 

Key Position Requirements:  

• Proven skills and ability to undertake a range of hands-on tasks associated including laboratory testing and analysis tasks.  
• Ability to work unsupervised and to take accountability for the accurate and timely completion of tasks including problem solving issues encountered. 
• Excellent organisational skills and a high attention to detail 
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills; including the ability to effectively communicate and work collaboratively with members of the R&D and production teams. 
• Well-developed computer skills including the proficiency with using a range Microsoft Office programs to compile data and to prepare reports. 
• Relevant qualifications in the Science field. Certificate 3 or 4 in laboratory testing or newly graduated chemistry students welcomed. 
•  Relevant experience in particular in relation to the manufacturing sector would be highly regarded .