QC Lab Technician

Job Responsibility:

General Purpose:

The QC Lab Technician is responsible to learn and perform all lab quality control tests.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Performs moisture, ash, protein, farinograph, bake, falling number, viscosity, starch damage and other related testing

- Generate CoA's (Certificate of Analysis) as required.

- Make ship/hold decisions including updating related computer programs.

- Daily computer entry of all results.

- Maintains a clean and orderly condition of the laboratory.

- Keeps working area in a clean and orderly condition, which includes issuing and making sure the Master Sanitation Schedule is kept up.

- Works responsibly throughout shift.

- Demonstrates the ability to work effectively with other employees and members of the management team.

- Meets deadlines and completes projects as assigned in a timely manner.

- Maintains efficient and safe performance in all areas of work.

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

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

- Performs all other related duties, including training, relief and product development as required.

Qualifications:

- Grade 12 or equivalent including completion of Grade 12 Chemistry.

- Graduation from a recognized food science program, with training in quality control would be an asset or Completion of Assigned AIB Courses within a 12 month period will be required (failure to complete the assigned courses will result in being removed from the position).

- An aptitude for and experience with computer applications.

- Self-motivated team player with a strong work ethic.

- Above average interpersonal and communication skills.

- Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to work in stressful situations while demonstrating a professional and positive attitude when faced with challenges.

- Available for shift work as well as work on weekends, holidays and call outs as required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31.00-$34.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person