Job Description

Triple A Cheese values high ethical standards and personal integrity of its employees. The job function of Quality Control Technician requires conducting laboratory tests to produce reliable data related to food products and environment that is objective and valid. As such displaying confidentiality and integrity in reporting accurate test results is central to this role.

NOTE: this is a part time 3 month contract. Timings 6pm - 10pm (monday to friday)

Responsibilities including but not limited to:

Sample and analyze product at its pre and post-incubation stages

Collect retained samples and organize their storage in company's cooler

Responsible of conducting post-operational sanitation assessment at the plant

Perform air sampling

Responsible for collecting environmental and product samples for third party lab analysis

Record, interpret and communicate test results

Perform microbiological and physiochemical analysis on raw materials

Perform regular maintenance of laboratory equipment by calibrating, validating and cleaning

Maintain a clean and organized work environment

Perform shelf life studies

Support the enforcement of GMPs and sanitation guidelines around the facility

Support in the development of new products when needed

Collaborate in returns/complains investigations and in the troubleshooting of formulation/consistency issues when input is requested

Technical Requirements

University or college degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Food Safety, Food Chemistry or a related scientific field

Minimum 2 years of experience in Quality Control/Assurance, Laboratory Analysis, Food Product Development or Food Safety

GMP, HACCP/Food Safety training

Understanding of SQF program

Experience working in food processing/manufacturing and/or food analysis

Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Knowledge of microbiological techniques and laboratory equipment and materials

Ability to calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment

Detail oriented and high degree of accuracy

Strong analytical thinking and problem solving skills

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: $19.00-$21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 - 20 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Store discount Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:

Mississauga, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Language:

English (required)
Work Location: In person