Laboratory Technician

Agropur Cooperative; Woodstock; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Agropur Cooperative is seeking a Contract Lab Technician in Woodstock, Newfoundland and Labrador. The one-year fixed-term role offers a night shift (10 PM–6 AM) from Monday to Friday and starts at $35.21 per hour.

This position supports quality control and provides opportunities for career growth within a collaborative, accountable team environment. Successful candidates will operate the laboratory efficiently, assist production and logistics on process improvements, and ensure compliance

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral English
• Proficiency with computers and lab software

Responsibilities

• Operate and support laboratory activities for quality control
• Assist production and logistics with process improvement projects
• Sampling and plating microbiology tests; communicate non-conformances
• Manage ATP swabs and equipment cleanliness with sanitation team
• Monitor micro test results and schedule; assist in investigations and complaints
• Calibrate lab equipment to maintain compliance
• Review and file external COAs and maintain documentation

Skills

Computer skills

Attendance

Communication

Independent work

Education

Post-secondary education in Food Science/Microbiology/Food Lab Technician

Job description

Job Summary

Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)

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, each role directly contributes to key results. Execution is measured by impact and value created—not the number of actions. An environment that lets you focus on what really matters.

Starting pay of $35.21 an hour. Night shift, Mondays through Fridays, 10 PM to 6 AM (Shifts may vary as needed). One year contract until December 2027. Opportunity to grow your career in quality control.

Role Responsibilities

• The Contract Lab Technician position is responsible for efficient operation of the laboratory and providing assistance to other departments in the event of non-conformances.
• This role is essential to support the production and logistics departments with process improvement projects and acting as a resource when needed.
• Sampling and plating micro, evaluating retain samples and communicating non-conformances to the necessary people/departments
• Manage ATP and clean equipment swabs, working closely with the sanitation team to address potential deficiencies
• Manage and change product status for Holds and Releases
• Review and file external COAs
• Monitor and adhere to finished product and ingredient micro sampling schedule
• Monitor all micro test results daily to ensure compliance
• Assist in the investigation of complaints and formulation of responses from team
• Calibrate lab equipment to maintain compliance
• Assist in reassessment of procedures

Qualifications

• Post‑secondary education in Food Science, Microbiology, Food Lab Technician
• Dairy experience will be considered an asset
• Must be able to work well within a fast‑paced production environment and possess the ability to detect trends and react to make immediate corrections.
• Must be an independent worker, capable of following direction and applying learned knowledge to different applications
• Strong proficiency with computer skills and capabilities
• Good attendance
• Must possess excellent communication skills both written and oral English

A role for those who want to create real impact and contribute to measurable and sustainable results.

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Culture & Inclusion

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.

Agropur is an E‑Verify Employer (US Operations).

Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position.

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.