Technician, Lab (Temporary)

At Saputo, our best comes from our people. We’re a talented and caring team with a longstanding history of excellence. Since our first days delivering cheese on a bicycle, we’ve grown into a leading global dairy processor by staying true to the culture that defines us. Each of our employees is committed to uphold our tradition of care, quality, and passion through food, and together, we foster an environment where we can all make contributions that matter–from our manufacturing plants to our office locations and everywhere in-between.

Position:

Laboratory Technician

2 positions available

Immediate Supervisor:

Manager, Quality Control

Department:

Quality

Status:

2 year temporary assignment

Location:

Tavistock

Schedule:                         

Available to work all shifts (including Nights, Weekends)

Overview of the Role

Reporting to the Quality Control Supervisor, the QC Laboratory Technician is responsible for the analysis of raw materials and finished products, HACCP monitoring and providing support to the Packaging Department.

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Perform compositional and Microbiological testing and analysis on raw materials and finished products
• Grading of finished products based on documented physical, organoleptic, chemical and microbiological quality parameters
• Conducts in-process inspection and quality check while ensuring GMP compliance
• Collects samples and performs microbiological tests to verify water quality and sanitation programs
• Assists in the detection, analysis and resolution of quality concerns
• Maintains complete and accurate documentation for the HACCP quality program
• Provides support and timely feedback to internal departments
• Ensures cleanliness and housekeeping standards are maintained including the mechanical condition of Laboratory equipment
• Other responsibilities as assigned

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:

• Minimum (1) year of Quality Control or Laboratory experience related to food processing or consumer packaged goods is preferred
• Post-secondary education in Food Science, Microbiology or related Technical discipline is a prerequisite
• Training or practical experience with HACCP and GMPs is preferred
• Team oriented with strong analytical, problem solving and communication skills
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision to cover rotating shifts including weekends/night
• Proficient and dependable in current position

We support and care for our employees and their families by providing:

• Competitive salaries
• Advantageous corporate agreements
• Full range of group insurance benefits
• Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution
• Purchase option of company stocks
• Group RRSP
• Health and wellness program in the workplace
• Assistance program for employees and their families
• Saputo products at a discounted price

Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations up to the point of undue hardships, are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Our story began in Canada in 1954, when the Saputo family's hard work and dedication created a thriving dairy business. More than 65 years later, our roots in this country remain strong with our Corporate Headquarters in Montréal. Today, we are a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor in Canada with well-loved brands, such as Saputo, Alexis de Portneuf, Armstrong, Baxter, Dairyland, Joyya, Milk2Go, Milk2Go Sport, Neilson, Nutrilait, Scotsburn* and Woolwich Goat Dairy. Thanks to our national footprint, we're proud to bring our best to our customers and consumers, and have plenty of opportunities for our employees to grow in their own way. And we do it while also striving to build a healthier future for our people and the communities where we operate, guided by our values and the Saputo Promise. To learn more about Saputo in Canada, please click here. (http://saputo.com/en/our-products/canada-sector)

Join the Saputo Dairy Products Canada team to make your contributions matter every day!

* SCOTSBURN is a registered trademark and is used under license by Saputo Dairy Products Canada G.P.

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Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations may be available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

• Minimum (1) year of Quality Control or Laboratory experience related to food processing or consumer packaged goods is preferred
• Post-secondary education in Food Science, Microbiology or related Technical discipline is a prerequisite