Technician, Laboratory

At Saputo, our best comes from our people. We’re a talented and caring team with a longstanding history of excellence. Since our first days delivering cheese on a bicycle, we’ve grown into a leading global dairy processor by staying true to the culture that defines us. Each of our employees is committed to uphold our tradition of care, quality, and passion through food, and together, we foster an environment where we can all make contributions that matter-from our manufacturing plants to our office locations and everywhere in-between.
- SUMMARY OF TASKS

The Laboratory Technician at the Saputo Orangeville location is responsible to work in conjunction with the Quality Assurance (QA) team to assure the production of safe, quality products.

REPORTING STRUCTURE

Under the organization of the Plant Manager, the Laboratory Technician takes direction from the Lab Supervisor.

How you will make contributions that matter...

RESPONSIBILITIES
- Start up and shut down of laboratory, equipment and machines
- Collect samples of cheese, swab samples, water samples, and air samples from the plant
- Perform various laboratory tests to measure Ph, fat, fat solids, and moisture content, as well as a number and types of bacteria, mould, and yeast, and make an assessment of finished products and composites samples
- Test pasteurized milk samples and whey samples for composition and microbial analyses
- Record results generated from testing’s and communicate with departments and Plant Manager
- Swab various sites in plant twice per month, or as scheduled, for Health Canada and perform tests on swabs
- Receive, review and approve Certificates of Analysis (CoA) from suppliers
- Receive and review “on-hold” records, issue authorization for products on hold and maintain the Control and Release log/Maestro
- Send out samples for third-party testing
- Order laboratory supplies
- Assist plant operations with trouble shooting/root cause analysis of food safety/quality issues
- Attend the daily Operations Meeting, when required, to facilitate the grading session
- Report immediately to Supervisor and/or Plant Manager any/all food safety and quality issues identified
- Comply with all Saputo Orangeville Health and Safety and Food Safety and Quality regulations
- Comply with all Saputo Orangeville policies and procedures
- Attend scheduled shift regularly and punctually ready to fulfil all duties required
- Focus on customer satisfaction
- Take on additional duties as required

You are best suited for the role if you

QUALIFICATIONS
- Recognized post-secondary degree or diploma in (or equivalent) in Food Science and Technology, Biology or Chemistry
- Laboratory and microbiology experience an asset
- Detailed knowledge of the functions and tasks carried out in a QA laboratory
- Advanced computer skills
- Superior communication, organizational, and analytical skills
- Interpersonal skills to facilitate project and enhance inter-departmental interactions
- Strong time management and administrative skills
- Accuracy, attention to detail, ability to complete required documentation
- Must be self-motivated, results oriented and possess high degree of initiative, and work well with mínimal supervision
- Ability to work in a team environment, as well as independently
- Reliable and committed to quality and customer satisfaction
- Must presently be able to perform all duties of current role

Proficient and dependable in current position with no recorded performance or attendance issues

We support and care for our employees by providing them with
- Competitive salaries
- Advantageous corporate agreements
- Full range of group insurance benefits
- Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution
- Purchase option of company stocks
- Group RRSP
- Health and wellness program in the workplace
- Assistance program for employees and their families
- Saputo products at a discounted price

Our story began in Canada in 1954, when the Saputo family's hard work and dedication created a thriving dairy business. More than 65 years later, our roots in this country remain strong with our Corporate Headquarters in Montréal. Today, we are a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor in Canada with well-loved brands, such as Saputo, Alexis de Portneuf, Armstrong, Baxter, Dairyland, Joyya, Milk2Go, Milk2Go Sport, Neilson, Nutrilait, Scotsburn* and Woolwich Goat Dairy. Thanks to our national footprint, we're proud to bring our best to our customers and consumers, and have plenty of opportunities for our employees to grow in their own way. And we do it while also striving to build a healthier future for our people and the communities where we operate, guided by our values and the Saputo Promise.

Join the Saputo Dairy Products Canada team to make your contributions matter every day
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