Process & Product Development Technician

Process & Product Development Technician

Job Description

Craving a dream job? Join one of Canada's Top Employers. Purdys Chocolatier is delighted to have been voted by our employees as one of Canada's Best Employers. This esteemed award is a testament to the rich texture of our history and our more than 115 years of dedication to quality, trust, and a supportive work environment.

Job type: Full-time
Salary: $48,000-$56,000 per year

Do you love chocolates? As a proud Canadian Chocolatier, we create connection and joy through the power of chocolate and have a great deal of fun doing so. We truly value diversity in our workforce and therefore, welcome applicants of all ethnic groups, genders, races, religions, abilities, and backgrounds.

We’re looking for a Product and Process Development Technician to join our Chocolate Operations team based in the 2777 Kingsway office in Vancouver, BC. This individual will report to the Product and Process Development Manager.

Job Overview: The Product and Process Development Technician supports our Product Development and Production Team in the investigation, analysis, design, and implementation of new and existing products and processes. They enhance operational efficiencies, quality, and minimize waste.

You will have the opportunity to:

1. Follow recipes to produce high quality samples
2. Keep product development logs and record data associated with operating equipment
3. Perform observations and collect data on R&D and production test runs (products/equipment) to enable analysis and identification of improvement opportunities
4. Document Process Changes and train production staff affected by the change
5. Operate various lab/production equipment/instruments and perform regular maintenance procedures
6. Receive, inspect and keep an inventory of R&D ingredients, equipment and tools
7. Provide feedback and support for continuous improvement of processes and projects

You will be a good fit if you:

1. Have a Degree with 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
2. Have outstanding attention to detail and can multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines
3. Thrive in ambiguity and are adaptable, agile, and poised when faced with change
4. Have excellent communication skills, and the ability to listen and communicate with different audiences
5. Enjoy collaborating and working with a multi-disciplinary team

Get ready to enjoy:

• Extended Health & Dental Plan
• Sickness and Disability Plans
• RRSP Matching Program
• Profit Sharing
• Purdys Perks (Active Lifestyle Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee discount, and much more)

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We appreciate the interest of all applicants, and while we wish we could personally reach out to everyone, we can only contact those selected for an interview.

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