Status: Full Time

Department: Quality Control

Reports to: QC Manager

Location: North York, Fully Onsite

Shift: Continental

The pay range for the role is $45,500 to $75,900 plus bonus, comprehensive benefits, retirement savings plan, paid vacation, and other perks and opportunities.

Job Scope:

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

Qualifications & Competencies:

- 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
- Proficient computer abilities using Word & Excel
- Own transportation and ability to work weekends

Key Accountabilities:

- Prepare samples, media and buffers used for daily analysis
- Perform chemical and microbiological testing of dairy products
- Generate test results with a high level of accuracy and reliability
- Conduct product sampling and environmental/equipment swabbing
- Produce reports and computer data entry of various information for the purpose of maintaining accurate records
- Maintain laboratory equipment and maintain cleanliness within the lab
- Work closely with production staff in the areas of sanitation, hygiene, GMPs and related necessary training
- Responsible to train operators on all changes to the Food Safety & Quality system as communicated by Management and QA
- Monitor and maintain the Quality, Food Safety and SQF systems
- Complete tasks in a timely manner
- Other duties as assigned by Management

Working Environment:





General office and lab conditions, with frequent periods spent in manufacturing facility. Occasional use of an autoclave and exposure to hazardous chemical substances and microbes.

Physical Demands:

Frequent climbing of stairs and lifting of materials to a maximum of 20 kg. Standing for a continuous length of time. 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-opportunity 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!

Job Types: Full time, Permanent

Pay: $45,500.00-$75,900.00 per year

Benefits:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Toronto, ON M9L 1N7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

- Are you able to work a 8 hour night shift?

Experience:

- Quality Control: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 QC Technician (Toronto)
🏢 Gay Lea Foods
📍 Toronto