Laboratory Technician

Agropur Cooperative; Truro; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package after 30 days of work

On site parking

Work equipment provided

Job summary

Agropur Cooperative is seeking a Lab Technician to collect samples, test for compliance, prepare media, plate samples, and document results on the production floor, following HACCP guidelines.

You will perform pre-operational checks, ensure good manufacturing practices, and support product evaluations while contributing to a safe and efficient production environment. Shift work including evenings and weekends may be required; on-site parking is provided.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in technology or sciences preferred, or enrollment in a science related discipline.
• Ability to consistently follow precise procedures and maintain accurate records.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities to collaborate with production staff.
• Committed to occupational health and safety standards and procedures.
• Previous lab or food science experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Gather samples from production floor for product testing.
• Test samples for compliance with specifications.
• Prepare media for plating samples.
• Plate samples for incubation and read results as appropriate.
• Complete documentation for testing, sampling, and verification of results.
• Ensure good manufacturing practices and HACCP procedures are followed.
• Conduct product monitoring checks and complete product evaluations.
• Perform pre-operational activities (visual inspection, swabbing).

Skills

Lab procedures

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Health & safety compliance

Education

Post-secondary education in technology or sciences

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Job Details

Job Type: Regular

People are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone’s impact truly matters. At Agropur, accountability means owning challenges and taking concrete action to achieve results.

This position covers sick and vacation time for other employees, weekend coverage, AND any additional hours required based on production demands. Individuals must be prepared to carry out any required shift work. This includes flexibility to work on evening, backshift, weekend and holiday shifts. The hours of work are not guaranteed, however, 20-30 hours per week will typically be available during peak production periods.

Starting wage of $26.04

• Benefits package after 30 days of work
• On site parking
• Work equipement provided

What you’ll be responsible for each day:

• Gathering samples from production floor for product testing;
• Testing samples for compliance;
• Preparing media for plating samples;
• Plating samples for incubation and reading them when appropriate;
• Completing all documentation required for testing product sampling and the verification of results;
• Ensuring good manufacturing practices and procedures are followed as outlined in our written HACCP plan.
• Conducting product monitoring checks and completing product evaluations
• Conduct pre-operational activities (visual inspection, food contact surface swabbing)

The individual who will own this role

• Post-secondary education, technology or sciences preferred, or enrollment in a science related discipline;
• Ability to consistently follow precise procedures, possess excellent hand eye co-ordination, be a self-starter;
• Ability to effectively communicate and work well with others;
• A strong commitment to occupational health and safety standards and procedures;
• Previous lab or food science experience will be considered an asset.

An environment that values engagement and encourages everyone to take initiative #usinep1

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.