quality control technician - food processing

Oic Foods; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a detail-oriented Quality Control Technician to enhance their food processing team. This exciting role involves conducting quality testing, operating laboratory apparatus, and developing standards to maintain quality assurance. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating accuracy and strong organizational skills. Join a forward-thinking company where your contributions will directly impact food safety and quality. If you have a passion for quality assurance and a desire to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in quality assurance within the food industry.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct air and water quality testing to ensure compliance.
• Compile records for analytical studies and prepare solutions.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Sampling Techniques

Statistics

GC-MS/FID System

Education

College diploma from a 1-2 year program

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Quality Control Technician - Food Processing

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Job Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Control Technician to join our team at OIC Foods Inc., specializing in food processing. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience in quality assurance and control within the food industry.

Qualifications

• College, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma from a 1-2 year program

Languages

English

Experience

2 to less than 3 years in a similar role

Work Location

On-site in an urban area. Remote work is not available.

Responsibilities

• Conduct air and water quality testing
• Operate laboratory apparatus
• Set up chemical experiments, tests, and analyses
• Assist in chemical experiment setup and execution
• Compile records for analytical studies
• Use MS Office tools
• Develop sampling and analysis programs to maintain quality standards
• Develop standards, health, and safety measures
• Interpret experimental or analytical results
• Prepare solutions, reagents, and sample formulations
• Conduct safety training programs

Specialized Skills

• Sampling techniques
• Statistics
• GC-MS/FID system

Relevant Experience Areas

• Analysis
• Management
• Method and technique development
• Process troubleshooting
• Product development and formulation
• Quality assurance and control
• Regulatory investigations

Industry Experience

• Food and beverages

Additional Information

Own transportation required. Work conditions include a fast-paced environment, repetitive tasks, and physical activities such as standing and walking for extended periods.

Personal Attributes

• Accuracy
• Judgment
• Organization

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Quality Assurance