Laboratory Technician

Agropur; Town of Sussex; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy company in Sussex is looking for a Laboratory Technician to ensure quality standards are met through daily testing and inspections. The ideal candidate will have a background in Science or a related field, with knowledge of HACCP and Good Manufacturing Practices. This role includes thorough testing, data documentation, and participation in HACCP inspections. A competitive wage along with benefits is offered in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Wage of $28.62/h

Monday to Friday schedule with every second Saturday

Benefits package

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Knowledge of HACCP and Good Manufacturing Practice.
• A strong commitment to occupational health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Testing all samples from production within required timelines.
• Performing chemical and microbiological analyses of products.
• Accurately calibrating lab equipment and following procedures.
• Conducting root cause analyses when issues are identified.

Skills

Knowledge of HACCP

Ability to follow precise procedures

Excellent hand-eye coordination

Self-motivated

Effective communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Post-secondary education in Science, Agriculture, Laboratory Tech, or related field

Job description

Job Type: Regular Invest in yourself, JOIN AGROPUR. We Dairy you ! The Sussex plant is looking for a Laboratory Technician to join the team ! Reporting to the Quality Control Manager, the lab technician is expected to ensure quality standards are met and are to continuously monitor and improve the product to meet Company and regulatory standards. This role requires daily testing (microbiological, compositional, keeping quality), participation in and knowledge of HACCP & SQF verification activities, record keeping, and inspection procedures.

At Agropur, we invest in YOU:

• Wage of $28.62/h
• Monday to Friday schedule from 8h am to 4h pm with every second Saturday
• Benefits package;
• On-site parking.

What this role involves:

• Thoroughly testing all samples from production within required timelines;
• Performing chemical and microbiological analyses of products and accurately documenting all results;
• Carefully and accurately interpreting all data and test results;
• Performing root cause analyses when issues are identified and gathering information from necessary parties;
• Completing a thorough weekly environmental analysis, taking samples throughout the plant to ensure all sanitation standards are being met;
• Participation in HACCP inspections;
• Sanitization tasks as required;
• Accurately calibrating lab equipment, closely following calibration procedures;
• Administrative duties;

What you need to join our team:

• Must possess post-secondary education in Science, Agriculture, Laboratory Tech, or related field;
• Knowledge of HACCP and Good Manufacturing Practice
• Ability to follow precise procedures, excellent hand eye coordination, self-motivated;
• Ability to effectively communicate and work as a part of a team;
• A strong commitment to occupational health and safety standards and procedures;
• Previous lab experience is considered an asset;

WE DAIRY YOU ! JOIN AGROPUR Sussex !

497 Milk Board Rd, SUSSEX NEW BRUNSWICK E4G 2G

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

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