Lab Coordinator - 9 Month Contract

PepsiCo; Douro-Dummer; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global food and beverage leader in Ontario is seeking a responsible Lab Coordinator to support their R&D Product Innovation and Development team. The role includes ensuring laboratory operations comply with food safety and GMP standards, assisting product developers with lab activities, and managing inventory and equipment. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in science or Engineering and relevant experience in R&D labs or food processing.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Dynamic and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s of science / Engineering (or equivalent) & R&D labs experience; or 3+ years in food processing.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
• Knowledgeable of GMPs and lab safety.

Responsibilities

• Ensure labs comply with GMP guidelines and established operating sanitation standards.
• Support the product development team on various lab activities.
• Manage ingredient and lab supply inventory.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Good organizational and time management skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's of science / Engineering (or equivalent)

Tools

Computer proficiency

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a responsible and enthusiastic Lab Coordinator to support our R&D Product Innovation and Development team. This role ensures that laboratory operations run smoothly, efficiently, and in compliance with food safety and GMP standards. The Lab Coordinator will serve as the central point of contact for lab activities, equipment, inventory, and documentation, while actively supporting product developers in delivering innovative, high-quality products.

What you can expect from us:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits designed to fit your unique needs
• A dynamic and inclusive culture that promotes you to bring your whole-self to work
• Inspiring positive change for people and the planet with sustainability goals
• A supportive team that will encourage your professional growth and development

Responsibilities

• Ensure labs comply with GMP guidelines and established operating sanitation standards including allergen management. Participate as a member of the safety committee and the food GMP committee to assure compliance in the labs.
• Support the product development team on various lab activities, such as executing bench formulation as designed by product development scientists, and running process equipment as needed.
• Maintain up-to-date equipment list and assist in identification of new equipment.
• Coordinate outside service of equipment maintenance as needed.
• Manages and enters PO requests for ingredients, supplies, plant trials, SOW and NDA
• Manage ingredient and lab supply inventory, as well as look for innovative and time saving ideas for the team to improve functionality and time management in the lab.
• Be the point person for specifications and other crucial documents for incoming materials.
• Maintain the schedule of activities in the labs in alignment with the team priorities. Must work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Must have ability to partner with colleagues to manage day to day priority changes.
• Demonstrates high sense of urgency for results.
• Provides excellent customer service.
• Contributes to training and development of others.
• Effectively and independently manages his/her time and priorities.
• Micro & WinLims sample submissions
• Coordinate shipping in support of PD and Lab
• Other projects as assigned by Manager.
• Some travel might be required to support product developers and engineers

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s of science / Engineering (or equivalent) & R&D labs experience; or 3+ years in food processing
• Computer proficiency required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to change
• Knowledgeable of GMPS and lab safety