100 Clayson Rd, North York, ON M9M 2G7, Canada

Job Description
Posted Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Department: Quality

Reports to: Quality Manager

Status: Full-time

Food & Safety Quality Level: 1

The pay range for the role is $45,500 to $75,900

bonus

comprehensive benefits

retirement savings plan

paid vacation

other perks and opportunities

Reporting to the Quality Manager, this position involves ensuring the production process meets superior food safety systems (SQF and HACCP) and quality standards from entry of raw materials into the facility, to the processing of goods, to shipment of finished product.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare samples, media and buffers used for daily analysis

Perform chemical, microbiological and organoleptic testing of raw ingredients, work in progress and finished products and assess/report results to ensure compliance standards and government regulations

Generate test results with a high level of accuracy and reliability

Conduct product testing and complete environmental monitoring

Conduct COA, raw materials finished product and label verification

Understand, operate and calibrate all lab equipment (such as scale, thermometer, analyzer, etc.) in accordance with standard operating procedure

Produce reports for internal and external customers

Computer data entry of various information for the purpose of releasing products for shipment and maintaining accurate records

Maintain laboratory equipment and maintain cleanliness within the lab

Work closely with production staff in the areas of sanitation, hygiene, product quality, GMPs and related necessary training

Monitor and maintain the Quality, Food Safety and SQF systems

Has complete authority to stop the manufacture of food if any unsafe conditions are encountered or the quality of the product might be compromised

Reports to the Quality Manager any issues or barriers encountered in the accomplishment of duties above

Complete tasks in a timely manner





Maintaining and ordering necessary lab supplies

Attend prescribed courses/training as required

Other duties as assigned by Management

Qualifications:

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the food industry

Bachelor of Science Degree or Diploma in Microbiology or Food Science

Knowledge of microbiological procedures and autoclaving techniques

Knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, allergens, and food security

Excellent interpersonal, verbal/written communication and problem-solving skills

Willing and able to work overtime and weekends when required

General office and lab conditions, with frequent periods spent in manufacturing facility. Exposure to noise and chemical substances on a regular basis. Occasional exposure to hazardous machines (auto clave), bio-hazardous bacteria and odours.

Physical Demands:

Lifting of materials to a maximum of 25 kg, standing for a continuous length of time and occasional climbing of stairs. Sitting and walking for a moderate length of time.

Gay Lea Foods is a Canadian, dairy farmer-owned co-operative with a clear purpose: to enrich life with dairy. Founded in 1958, the co-operative produces high-quality dairy products while creating lasting value for farming families, meaningful opportunities for employees, and positive impact in communities across Canada. As a co-operative, Gay Lea Foods believes that when the business succeeds, its members, people, and communities should succeed along with it. To learn more, visit gaylea.com .

Gay Lea Foods is an equal-chance employer and values diversity in our workplace.

Reasonable accommodation is available upon request throughout our recruitment and selection process.

Gay Lea Foods may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support aspects of the recruitment process, including screening and assessment.

We are currently accepting applications for this open position.

Thank you for your interest in Gay Lea Foods.

Wishing you all the best with your career search!

100 Clayson Rd, North York, ON M9M 2G7, Canada

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📌 Quality Control Technician (Manitoba)
🏢 Gay Lea
📍 Manitoba