Operations Supervisor

Mérieux NutriSciences; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a fast-growing company dedicated to public health and food safety as an Operations Supervisor. In this role, you'll oversee departmental personnel, ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures while analyzing food samples. With a focus on quality and continuous improvement, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining high standards in a laboratory environment. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a meaningful mission, work with a skilled team, and grow within a diverse and inclusive community. If you're passionate about food science and public health, we invite you to embark on this rewarding journey.

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Community of skilled professionals

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of relevant experience in food science or microbiology.
• Broad knowledge of microbiology or chemistry for data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Supervise departmental personnel and ensure compliance with procedures.
• Analyze food samples and prepare reports on findings.
• Educate and train staff on procedures and new methods.

Skills

Basic microbiology knowledge

Understanding of laboratory safety procedures

Familiarity with LIMS

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

Job description

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier, and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment, and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history, with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.

If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, be part of a fast-growing company in a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and grow in an entrepreneurial and welcoming environment, join us!

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY LIFE

We are looking for an Operations Supervisor at #106-8255 North Fraser Way, Burnaby, BC V3N 0B9, CAN. Your mission will be to:

Purpose (Objective):

The incumbent is responsible for analyzing food samples and supervising departmental personnel conducting routine analysis.

Main activities:

• Supervise departmental personnel to ensure operations follow Standard Operating Procedures and assigned tasks.
• Communicate client requirements and procedural or operational issues to relevant personnel or clients.
• Read, calculate, record analysis data, and prepare reports, correcting discrepancies as needed.
• Administer HR programs related to recruitment, retention, training, performance appraisal, and employment records.
• Educate and train staff on procedures and new methods; evaluate and suggest modifications to current methods.
• Arrange work schedules to ensure timely and efficient analysis.
• Assist with analysis tasks to ensure timely results.
• Maintain supplies and instrumentation.
• Have the authority to cease analyses if quality issues are detected.
• Maintain knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and ensure staff are trained.
• Stay updated in the field of food science through seminars and reading.
• Support quality and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Initiate actions to prevent departures from quality standards, addressing resource needs as necessary.
• Perform other related tasks as needed.

YOUR PROFILE

Knowledge: Basic microbiology knowledge for testing accuracy.

Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree with 2-5 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree. Broad knowledge of microbiology or chemistry is required for data analysis and interpretation. Knowledge of food science is necessary for supervising sample analysis.

Skills: Understanding of laboratory safety procedures and policies, and familiarity with LIMS for processing data and results.

Work Environment:

Laboratory setting with proper lighting and temperature control. Occasionally exposed to fumes, chemicals, and materials. Use of safety equipment may be required. Daily use of autoclave and lifting of materials up to 50 pounds. Extended standing and color variation detection are expected.

The pay range is $70,000-$80,000 CAD annually.

WHY JOIN US?

• Contribute to an inspiring Public Health purpose.
• Impact our strategic pillars built on 50 years of experience.
• Be part of a community of enthusiastic and skilled professionals.
• Enjoy a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Grow within an international group of over 8,200 team members with opportunities to learn and share.

Ready for the journey?

To apply, please click on the 'Apply now' button.