Laboratory Technician - Edmonton, Canada - Saputo Inc.

Saputo Inc.

Verified Company

Edmonton, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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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.

JOB SUMMARY:
Ensures the quality of product by testing raw materials, finished product and equipment.

JOB DUTIES:

Collect and perform microbiological, analytical and organoleptic analysis on various incoming ingredients and finished products.
Prepare a variety of microbiological media and chemical solutions required for use in the lab.
Follows the First Pass Quality protocol
Collect and analyze various environmental samples taken throughout the plant.
Analyze ingredient and finished product samples for various chemical and microbiological components.
Assist in the proper maintenance of equipment used for this duty.
Ensure the production of uniform quality dairy and related products from the Edmonton plant.
Investigate customer & consumer complaints.
Communicate results to Quality Control Manager and provides troubleshooting evaluation and assistance to Production and Maintenance.
Initiate and enforces hold orders on finished product.
Will be responsible for filling out work requests and following up with a supervisor for completion date.
Will be responsible for reporting any food safety or quality incidents in a timely manner
Ensure that all work is performed safely while following OH&S, WCB, and Company regulations and procedures.
Performs other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

2 years experience or equivalent. Should exhibit initiative, good judgement, diligence, and have an excellent work and attendance record. Knowledge of, and experience with, computer systems and programs (Word, Excel, Outlook required) Microbiological laboratory ability. Strong organizational and analytical skills, strong GLP (Good Lab Practices) Ability to work with limited supervision with accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to work in a plant environment and ability to work shift work. Proficiency and dependability in current position. Interest in Quality Control and dairy systems Physical capacity to perform light to medium to lifting. Proven communication and interpersonal skills. Must accurately complete and maintain documentation as required for company and government standards and Food Safety Demonstrated solid Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) understanding and compliance. Membership in Unifor Union of Canada, Local 445 (or must join within 30 days).

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