Quality / Sterilization Specialist

Nortera; Brossard; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Nortera is seeking a dedicated professional to join their Thermal Processes team. The role involves organizing and analyzing activities for developing thermal processes for canned and frozen products. Candidates should have a background in Food Science and Technology, with strong analytical and communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary, flexible hybrid work schedule, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual bonus

Flexible work schedule in hybrid mode

Complete range of benefits (telemedicine)

Reimbursement for tuition fees and physical activity

Participation in a volunteer day at the employer's expense

Qualifications

• Experience in quality assurance / R&D.
• Experience in the food industry is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Organize and analyze activities for developing thermal processes.
• Maintain documentation related to blanching validations.
• Participate in multidisciplinary projects for process improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

University training in Food Science and Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Job description

Joining Nortera means choosing opportunities to grow together! The North American reference for ready-to-cook vegetables, we do everything we can to contribute to the well-being of society by providing access to healthy and sustainable food.

Nortera produces major private and retail brands and markets its own brands Arctic Gardens and Del Monte.

WHY CHOOSE NORTERA

• Competitive salary and annual bonus, advantageous leave policy;
• Flexible work schedule in hybrid mode;
• Complete range of benefits (telemedicine) and employee assistance program;
• Possibility of contributing to an RRSP with employer contribution;
• Participation in a volunteer day at the employer's expense;
• Reimbursement for tuition fees and physical activity;
• Environment promoting learning and professional development;
• Opportunities to work on stimulating projects within a growing company!

YOUR DAILY ROLE

As part of the Nortera Thermal Processes corporate team and under the direction of the Thermal Processes Manager, you organize and analyze activities necessary for developing and validating thermal processes for canned or frozen products from processing plants across North America.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Keep documentation up to date regarding sterilization scales of each canning factory;
• Maintain documentation related to blanching validations of frozen food plants;
• Analyze and interpret data collected during canning tests and blanching validations;
• Participate in multidisciplinary projects for process improvement, development, or problem resolution;
• Manage thermal deviations submitted by factories, evaluate food safety, recommend release procedures, analyze causes, and monitor action plans;
• Organize and prioritize canning tests in laboratory simulations and actual production;
• Coordinate validation tests for production autoclaves;
• Monitor results through ongoing projects;
• Develop and review departmental procedures and technical training;
• Provide technical assistance to factories;
• Keep the test database updated.

YOUR PROFILE

• University training in Food Science and Technology, Food Engineering, or equivalent;
• Proficiency in French and English, both written and spoken;
• Experience in the food industry is an asset;
• Experience in quality assurance / R&D;
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Apps;
• Analytical and synthesis skills;
• Good communication skills.

The primary workplace is at the head office in Brossard, with occasional visits to factories in Quebec, Ontario, and the United States. Travel to the U.S. for technical training and support is required.

We need people like you! Come grow with Nortera!

All applications will be considered, but only successful candidates will be contacted. We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. The masculine form is used for simplicity and does not imply discrimination.