About Truss Beverage Co, a subsidiary of Ya YA Foods:

Ya YA Foods is a energetic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages. With over 30 years’ experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid and high acid beverage and liquid food items. We are a family-owned Canadian business who prides itself in its proven track record of satisfying the needs of global multi-national customers. We are a solution provider for our customers, always striving to exceed expectations in innovation, quality, service, and speed to market. For further information about us, please check our website at yayafoods.A career at Ya YA FOODS will offer you the opportunity to…

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Micro Lab Supervisor

Performs aseptic sampling and microbiological analyses of packaging materials, raw materials, and finished products according to standard methods to determine conformance to specifications.

Conducts pH testing of final products as part of commercial sterility testing

Conducts plant environmental swabbing, air monitoring, and water sampling based on pre-determined frequency and standard procedures

Participates in laboratory’s internal and external proficiency testing.

Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of the lab following the 5S principles.

Monitors performance of the laboratory equipment by following established in-house calibration schedule to ensure compliance to testing standards.

Prepares materials and culture media needed for microbial testing including growth promotion testing.

Assists in supply inventory and management.



Advises supervisors of low stock inventory of supplies/materials.

Prepares samples and the corresponding documents when external testing is required.

Communicates with all QC technicians, QA/QC supervisors regarding any issues that could affect product quality.

Participates in lab investigation for any non-conformances or out of specifications.

Compliance with all rules & policies regarding health safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements etc.

Compliance with the Company's Integrated Management Systems which includes, but is not limited to Production, Quality, Food Safety & GMP.

Post-secondary education in Microbiology, or related field is required

- 1-3 years’ work experience in Quality Control in food manufacturing is an asset
- Able to work with minimal supervision and in a team environment
- Excellent analytical laboratory skills, detail oriented ,and good problem-solving skill
- Proficient in computer Microsoft Office applications
- NB: Successful candidates will be required to provide photo ID, banking details, a valid SIN number, and (if applicable) a valid work permit

This is at the core of who we are, what we do, and how we grow our business—as a versatile, automated manufacturer and co-packer of a wide-variety of beverages and liquid food items. In our view, a happy team means a better workforce, a better product, and more satisfied customers.

Furthermore, we encourage different perspectives and celebrate diversity in our workforce. Upon request, we will gladly provide accommodations to any candidate with a disability taking part in the selection process.

*this job posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization*

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📌 Microbiology Lab Technician (Toronto)
🏢 Ya YA Foods
📍 Toronto