Quality Technician Intern - Food QA Lab

Lactalis Group; Winchester; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8% vacation pay

Health & Dental Benefits starting day

Learning and Development opportunities

Potential for future full time career

Job summary

Lactalis Canada is seeking a Quality Technician Intern to join the Quality Team. You will assist in product testing and monitor production environment quality to ensure food safety and quality standards, gaining hands-on experience with lab equipment, auditing techniques, inspection, and testing methods.

This internship offers a competitive base salary, 8% vacation pay, health and dental benefits from day one, and learning opportunities, with potential for future full-time opportunities as you

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field.
• Strong interest in food quality and safety standards.
• Basic knowledge of analytical and microbiological testing methods.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; SAP familiarity is an asset.
• Awareness of HACCP and GMP principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist with analytical, microbiological, chemistry, and sensory testing of samples.
• Record and evaluate test data; report deviations to the Quality Supervisor.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Participate in raw material screening and monitoring tests.
• Help administer Environmental Monitoring and Water Quality programs.
• Assist with shelf-life evaluations and product trials requiring chemical or microbiological testing.
• Support preventative maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Monitor release of finished products and ensure compliance with food safety procedures.
• Perform administrative tasks such as maintaining records, logs, and inventory checks.
• Participate in Health & Safety initiatives as required.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Communication

Microsoft Office

SAP familiarity

Attention to detail

Education

Food Science or Microbiology program

Tools

SAP

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Lactalis Canada is seeking a Quality Technician Intern to join the Quality Team. You will assist in product testing and monitor production environment quality to ensure food safety and quality standards, gaining hands-on experience with lab equipment, auditing techniques, inspection, and testing methods.

This internship offers a competitive base salary, 8% vacation pay, health and dental benefits from day one, and learning opportunities, with potential for future full-time opportunities as you