We are a plant-based food and beverage manufactuer the GTA looking for a Laboratory Technician to join our team!

WORK SPECIFICATIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Perform routine checks on all food samples through testing of brix, pH, temperature, viscosity, etc
- Daily calibration of laboratory equipment
- Daily microbiological analysis of food and environmental samples
- Analysis of hourly line monitoring of weight, pH, brix, temperature, volume, etc.
- Monitor finished product microbiological results
- Sterilization of samples
- Coordination of samples for third-party analysis
- Trending of data
- Finished product line monitoring to verify weight, temperature, volume, etc.
- Hold accountability for poor results if not reported or not taken actions to address the situation
- Maintain laboratory inventory and order supplies as required
- Report directly to Quality Systems Manager regarding any food safety and /or quality issues.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

- Experience and understanding of the food/beverage production environment.
- Good hand eye coordination
- Ability to work in a fast pace environment
- Thorough understanding of GMP’s sanitation, HACCP and cleanliness requirements.
- Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and promote a team-orientated environment.
- Able to work flexible hours and or shift work as required




- Always work in a safe manner and be able to work around moving equipment
- Have a positive attitude and good work ethic
- Confidentiality
- Monitor and work closely with production
- Perform routine brix, pH, weight, and temperature analysis.
- Maintain and archive records in a manner consistent with company policies
- All other duties as may be assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

- 1 year working experience and at minimum, a diploma in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related field.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs (i.e. Word, Excel, and Outlook).
- Excellent communication skills (i.e. oral and written)
- Working knowledge of current GFSI certification and other major food safety/quality audit requirements

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

- The employee is required to stand, sit, walk, push, pull, climb, reach overhead and bend to the floor.
- Exert 10-50 pounds of force and/or exert up to 10 pounds of force frequently.
- Potential skin exposure to chemicals, fruit and juice

OTHER DUTIES MAY INCLUDE:

- Flexible hours
- Inventory counting
- Participation in joint health and safety committee
- Cleaning throughout the plant

Job Type: Full time

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

📌 Lab Technician (Canada)
🏢 Confidential - Plant Based Food and Beverage
📍 Canada