Operate pilot plant equipment and execute approved trial plans as an onsite R&D; Technician supporting food development in Hamilton, Ontario.
Working under a Research Scientist or Supervisor, you will prepare materials, conduct testing, and support experiments and manufacturing trials. The position requires practical understanding of formulations, batch calculations, analytical methods, and food safety. It also contributes to facility readiness.
Key Responsibilities: Execute approved formulations and pilot plant trial plans
Support experiments and plant trials at manufacturing facilities
Perform sensory analysis on dairy products accurately
Record formulations, conditions, results, and observations
Report deviations, unexpected results,



and equipment issues
Requirements: College diploma in food, chemistry, engineering, or culinary studies
Ability to operate laboratory instruments and follow methods
Knowledge of pasteurization and hygienic product handling is an asset
Strong organization and independent execution after training
Flexible schedule, travel up to 20%, and lifting up to 20 kilograms
Bring pilot plant operation, sensory analysis, and disciplined trial execution to food product development in Hamilton.

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📌 Pilot Plant Research Technician (Ontario)
🏢 Gay Lea Foods
📍 Ontario