Overview

Join our innovative team as a Food Science / Food Technology specialist and be at the forefront of developing and improving food products that delight consumers worldwide. In this dynamic role, you will apply scientific principles to analyze, test, and enhance food items, ensuring safety, quality, and nutritional value. Your expertise will contribute to creating healthier, tastier, and more sustainable food solutions that meet industry standards and consumer expectations.

This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where science meets creativity and impact.

Responsibilities

- Conduct detailed experiments and analyses to develop new food products or improve existing formulations using scientific methods.
- Evaluate food safety, shelf life, texture, flavor, and nutritional content through laboratory testing and sensory evaluation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including quality assurance, manufacturing, and marketing to bring innovative ideas from concept to production.
- Maintain records of experiments, procedures, and results in accordance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Utilize advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite—Word for documentation, Excel for data analysis, and PowerPoint for presentations—to communicate findings effectively.
- Stay current with industry trends, regulatory changes,



and technological advancements in food science and technology.
- Support quality control processes by identifying potential issues early and implementing corrective actions to ensure product consistency.

Experience

- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years experience in a federally inspected meat processing facility in Canada.
- Solid practical knowledge of HACCP / PCP monitoring, cooking and cooling process.
- Strong knowledge in environmental monitoring, sanitation procedures, traceability, corrective actions, and CFIA complaince.
- Experience in RTE meat products, smokehouse operations and cooling validation.
- Strong knowledge of food chemistry, microbiology, and ingredient functionality.
- Excellent communication skills to facilitate collaboration across diverse teams.
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects efficiently while maintaining attention to detail.
- Leadership qualities paired with strong time management skills to guide projects from inception through completion.This role is perfect for passionate professionals eager to make a tangible impact on the future of food.

Pay: $26.00-$28.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits

- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Food Science / Food Technology (Mississauga)
🏢 Bluewater Meat Packers
📍 Mississauga