Department: Quality

Reports to: Quality Supervisor

Status: Full time

Shift: Evening shift (approx. 3:00 PM–11:30 PM or 4:00 PM–12:30 AM), with initial day-shift training and flexibility for potential rotation between day and evening shifts.

The pay range for the role is $41,000 to $68,300 plus bonus, comprehensive benefits, retirement savings plan, paid vacation, and other perks and opportunities.

Purpose

Reporting to the Quality Supervisor, this position is responsible for day-to-day running of the lab including all required daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly tests and calibrations and as required.

Key Responsibilities

- Conducts daily chemical tests, including pH, fat, moisture and salt
- Performs microbiological tests, for Coliform, E. coli, Staph, yeast and mold
- Performs all necessary equipment calibrations within the plant




- Conducts environmental testing, including air quality, water and equipment swabs
- Performs lab documentation in a timely and accurate manner
- Cleans, prepares and maintains laboratory equipment
- Maintains a clean and safe lab area at all times
- Conducts daily GMP inspections
- Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

- Post-Secondary education in Food Science, Microbiology or related discipline
- Minimum 2 years of experience in the food industry
- Understanding of CFIA regulations and FSEP/SFCR requirements is an asset
- Experience with MS office applications (Excel, Word and Outlook)
- Ability to work off shift, various hours and some weekends

📌 Lab Technician (New Bothwell)
🏢 Gay Lea Foods
📍 New Bothwell