R&d Technician - Hamilton, Canada - Gay Lea Foods

Gay Lea Foods
Gay Lea Foods
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Hamilton, Canada

3 weeks ago

Sophia Lee

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Description

Department:
R & D


Reports to:
Manager, Innovation Centre


Status:
Full Time


Purpose:


The scope of this position includes employing scientific and technological knowledge with respect to techniques, processes, methods, materials, and ingredients in a food pilot plant.

The role supports the R&D scientist in formulation and development of new products from the concept stage to prototype and full-scale production.


Key Responsibilities:


  • Record, analyze and report laboratory results to the Research Scientist(s)
  • Test new and existing ingredients
  • Operate laboratory and pilot plant manufacturing equipment.
  • Conduct analytical testing on samples and finished goods.
  • Perform the pilot plant's laboratory testing including organoleptic and instrumentation.
  • Conduct sensory analysis of various dairy products.
  • Prepare samples and paperwork for external lab testing.
  • Maintain laboratory and pilot plant cleanliness.
  • Follow quality and safety program.
  • Travel up to 20% to various sites.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualification:


  • Minimum College diploma in Food Science/Food Technology, Food Analytical Chemistry, Food Microbiology, Food/Chemical Engineering.
  • Valid G2 or G license with access to a car daily.
  • Must be able to operate in a team setting and able to communicate effectively to various functions and levels.
  • Have flexibility to work beyond normal workday hours.
  • Ability to lift up to 20 kg's.
  • Mechanical aptitude would be an asset.

Gay Lea Foods is a proud Canadian owned dairy cooperative with a robust portfolio that includes 7 established brands including Gay Lea Butter, Nordica Cottage Cheese, Ivanhoe Cheese, Salerno Cheese and Hewitt's Dairy. Our wide range of products are sold in Retail, Foodservice, Industrial, Co-pack and Export markets, developed and produced in our 13 manufacturing facilities in Ontario and Alberta.


Delivering high quality and innovative products - from the consumer favourite Spreadables and North America's first Smooth Cottage Cheese, to Nothing But Cheese, an innovative snack made with 100% cheese, is what makes us market leaders in our categories.

Our grassroots approach to business is what guides our direction and differentiates us from our competitors.

Our employees inspire our culture of excellence and entrepreneurship.

We hire innovative and passionate professionals who know that greatness is achieved through people, partnerships, and acting with a business owner mindset.


  • Gay Lea Foods is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workplace. Reasonable accommodation is available upon request throughout our recruitment and selection process._

Benefits:


  • Dental care
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Vision care

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Hamilton, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

- mechanical troubleshooting: 1 year (preferred)

- production: 1 year (preferred)


Licence/Certification:

  • G2 or G license with access to a car daily. (preferred)

Work Location:
In person
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