Technician, Laboratory - Orangeville, Canada - Saputo Inc.

Saputo Inc.

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Orangeville, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Description

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.

SUMMARY OF TASKS

The Laboratory Technician at the Saputo Orangeville location is responsible to work in conjunction with the Quality Assurance (QA) team to assure the production of safe, quality products.

REPORTING STRUCTURE
Under the organization of the Plant Manager, the Laboratory Technician takes direction from the Lab Supervisor.

How you will make contributions that matter...

RESPONSIBILITIES

Start up and shut down of laboratory, equipment and machines
Collect samples of cheese, swab samples, water samples, and air samples from the plant
Perform various laboratory tests to measure Ph, fat, fat solids, and moisture content, as well as a number and types of bacteria, mould, and yeast, and make an assessment of finished products and composites samples
Test pasteurized milk samples and whey samples for composition and microbial analyses
Record results generated from testing's and communicate with departments and Plant Manager
Swab various sites in plant twice per month, or as scheduled, for Health Canada and perform tests on swabs
Receive, review and approve Certificates of Analysis (CoA) from suppliers
Receive and review "onhold" records, issue authorization for products on hold and maintain the Control and Release log/Maestro
Send out samples for thirdparty testing
Order laboratory supplies
Assist plant operations with trouble shooting/root cause analysis of food safety/quality issues
Attend the daily Operations Meeting, when required, to facilitate the grading session
Report immediately to Supervisor and/or Plant Manager any/all food safety and quality issues identified
Comply with all Saputo Orangeville Health and Safety and Food Safety and Quality regulations
Comply with all Saputo Orangeville policies and procedures
Attend scheduled shift regularly and punctually ready to fulfil all duties required
Focus on customer satisfaction
Take on additional duties as required

You are best suited for the role if you

QUALIFICATIONS

Recognized postsecondary degree or diploma in (or equivalent) in Food Science and Technology, Biology or Chemistry
Laboratory and microbiology experience an asset
Detailed knowledge of the functions and tasks carried out in a QA laboratory
Advanced computer skills
Superior communication, organizational, and analytical skills
Interpersonal skills to facilitate project and enhance interdepartmental interactions
Strong time management and administrative skills
Accuracy, attention to detail, ability to complete required documentation
Must be selfmotivated, results oriented and possess high degree of initiative, and work well with mínimal supervision
Ability to work in a team environment, as well as independently
Reliable and committed to quality and customer satisfaction
Must presently be able to perform all duties of current role

Proficient and dependable in current position with no recorded performance or attendance issues

We support and care for our employees by providing them with

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

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.

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