Quality Control Lab Technician

Arterra Wines Canada; Oliver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quality Control Lab Technician with a passion for quality and food safety. This role involves analyzing samples, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and maintaining laboratory equipment. You'll be part of a dedicated team that values attention to detail and strives for excellence in every product. Join a company that not only cares about quality but also invests in your growth with training and development programs. If you're ready to dive into the world of wine and make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits and Pension Plan

Product Allotment

Tuition reimbursement

Training & Development Programs

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Chemistry, Microbiology, or Food Science preferred.
• Strong commitment to quality and attention to detail required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze samples and prepare analytical reagents.
• Inspect and test ingredients and production processes for compliance.
• Maintain lab cleanliness and organization.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Mathematical calculations

Education

Post-Secondary Diploma or Degree in a technical/scientific field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Analytical instrumentation

Job description

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Quality Control Lab Technician

Apply locations Oliver time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id R-12274

Job Description:

Do you have a passion for ensuring top-notch quality and food safety in every product? Do you have an eye for detail and a love of wine science? Quality Control Lab Technician could be the perfect opportunity for you. From inspecting and analyzing our products, processes and materials throughout all the production stages to monitoring of our essential effluent treatment system, our team members are essential to maintain and improve our high-quality standards.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties:

• Analysis of samples
• Preparation and standardization of analytical reagents
• Inspection and testing of ingredients
• Inspection and testing of components
• Inspection and testing of production processes to ensure compliance to requirements
• Calibration and maintenance of instrumentation
• Monitoring and measurement of production processes for compliance to specifications
• Monitoring and measurement of the effluent stream and coordinating with Maintenance on system adjustments
• Reporting analysis in a timely manner to Laboratory Manager, Winemaker, and Production Manager as required
• Internal Auditing to monitor compliance to ISO9001: FSMS, and QMS
• Complete paperwork of measurement and monitoring activities
• Reporting and documenting of activities and results
• Record keeping demonstrating compliance to QC standards
• Identify opportunities for improvement to quality in production packaging
• Investigation, troubleshooting and problem solving where necessary
• Maintaining the lab in a clean organized manner
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Post-Secondary Diploma or Degree in a technical/scientific field. (Chemistry, Microbiology or Food Science would be preferred)
• Strong commitment to quality with attention to detail
• Results orientated with an ability to prioritize
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Candidate must be hands on, dependable, and self-starting
• Good problem-solving abilities
• Ability to understand and perform mathematical calculations
• Teamwork and customer service skills
• Working knowledge with various computer software programs (Microsoft Office)
• Ability to work shifts/weekends
• Physically capable to lift up to 20kg periodically
• Physically capable to spend most of the day walking/standing

Not Required but Nice to Have:

• Leadership skills
• Advanced Excel
• Internal Auditor, HACCP, ISO9001, ISO17025, or other QMS FSMS qualifications
• Advanced microbiology knowledge
• Advanced knowledge of anaerobic effluent treatment processes
• Formal Continuous Improvement training (EG Lean or Lean Six Sigma)
• Strategic big picture thinking

What we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Benefits and Pension Plan
• Product Allotment
• An organization that cares about Corporate Social Responsibility
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training & Development Programs
• An opportunity to learn about the world of wine

Compensation: $23.50/ hr

Apply now and be part of our quality-focused team!

We are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs.