Job Description

Lactalis is one of Canada's leading producers of premium quality food products including milk, cheese, and yogurt.

We are currently recruiting for a part time laboratory technician to work up to 40 hours per week on days, evenings, weekends, and overtime as needed, as well as provide full-time relief for vacations and other absences.

There is potential for full-time employment in the future.

General Accountability:

The part-time laboratory technician will focus on performing laboratory tests for quality control and reporting results to the quality manager.

Critical Success Factors:

Perform analytical and microbiological, chemistry, and sensorial testing and analysis of in-process and finished product samples according to approved standard operating procedures. Record and evaluate test data and notify the Quality Manager of any deviations from the prescribed product specifications. Conduct root cause analysis and determine the necessary corrective action. Conduct screening and monitoring tests on raw milk upon receipt where applicable. Perform packaging checks at start up to make sure all information are correct and communicate any deviation or issues to Production Supervisor where applicable. Finished product sample collection according to the collection frequency as described in the procedure. Perform plant's Environmental Monitoring and Water Quality programs (sampling, testing, recording and evaluating data) in compliance with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and/or Ministry of the Environment operational requirements. Organize and conduct shelf-life evaluation of specified products. Perform preventative maintenance and calibration of laboratory and plant analytical equipment. Organize, test and communicate test results for various product trials that require chemical or microbiological testing. Monitor the release of finished product and ensure nonconforming product is not released in accordance with QSL program and procedures. Perform administrative duties such as maintain records, forms and logs including computer databases, and performing regular inventory checks and providing the Quality Manager with a list of required supplies.

Key Attributes of the Ideal Candidate:

Post-secondary education in food science or a related field of study. Knowledge of industry recognized quality control systems such as HACCP or ISO methodology is considered an asset. Thorough understanding of laboratory operations. Detail oriented and organized. Strong troubleshooting and continuous improvement skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficient with standard office computer technology such as Microsoft Office products as well as business systems such as SAP.
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $22.03-$29.45 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

On-site parking
Work Location: In person