Job Description

General Purpose:

The Product Technician I is responsible for performing all lab quality control tests and functions on an assigned or rotational

basis as required at the Armstrong labs. The position will also support product development initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Share work responsibilities of all lab quality control tests and functions on an assigned and rotational basis with other Product Technicians to remain current in position requirements.

Communicates test results to line operators and/or QC Supervisor as required in addition to maintaining necessary computerized or hard copy file records.

Proficiently perform all required quality control testing which may include but is not limited to moisture, ash, protein, farinograph, dough lab, baking, PH, viscosity, brix, sodium, absorption, taste-testing, slick test, sieve analysis, Leco, etc.

Produces customer certificates of analysis on time and maintains records of same.

Makes timely ship/hold/release decisions based on QC testing results.

Updates and files QC/Production forms, specifications, and certificates.

Performs finished product re-testing, customer complaint investigations and product development.

Assists with the review, drafting and updating of QC Procedural Manuals.

Performs required equipment maintenance and calibration testing in accordance with established schedules.

Performs QC and food safety inspections on incoming ingredients, products and packaging materials as well as assigned departmental audits.

Prepares product samples for external laboratory testing.

Maintains clean, sanitary, safe and orderly condition of laboratories and ensures hazardous chemicals are locked away when not in use.

Dispose of left-over flour samples in dump stations as required.

Identifies and informs supervisory staff of required laboratory supplies.

Is aware of critical control points as they relate to product liability.

Follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) while performing job duties and tasks.

Performs all other related duties, including training, assigned projects, QC investigations, and product development as required.

Responsible for compliance with Canada Labour Occupational Health and Safety requirements and company safety standards.

When assigned QC lab bake testing, performs treatment series bakes and makes treatment changes in consultation with department supervisors/managers.

Performs data entry, quality order validations and other quality related functions in ERP system.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Grade 12 or equivalent including completion of Grade 12 Chemistry.

Completion of assigned AIB courses within a 12-month period (failure to complete the assigned courses will result in being removed from the position) will be required.

Graduation from Foods Sciences Program is an asset.

Demonstrated computer skills encompassing Excel, MS Word and/or equivalent database programs.

Must be a self-starter with the ability to use initiative.

Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.

Good working relationship with management and fellow employees.

Willing and available for shift-work, including weekends, holidays and emergency call-outs as required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.47-$28.23 per hour

Work Location: In person