R&D Lab Technician

Silver Hills; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an R&D Lab Technician, where you will contribute to innovative plant-based product development. This role offers the opportunity to work on exciting R&D projects, enhancing your skills while promoting healthy eating and organic food. Your technical proficiency with lab equipment and attention to detail will be key in conducting tests and managing lab inventory. The company fosters a supportive environment with various benefits, including career growth opportunities, healthcare, and performance bonuses. If you're passionate about product development and ready to make a meaningful impact, this position is for you!

Benefits

Healthcare

Performance bonuses

Free healthy bread

Fitness incentives

Retail discounts

Social events

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of R&D or QA experience in food or pharma production.
• Degree or diploma in food science, food technology, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests and manage lab inventory for R&D projects.
• Support lab and plant trials, and conduct shelf life studies.

Skills

Sensory evaluation techniques

Lab equipment proficiency

Data analysis

Record-keeping

Communication skills

Education

Degree in food science

Diploma in food technology

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Database management software

Job description

POSITION: R&D (Research & Development) Lab Technician REPORTS TO: R&D Manager

We are looking for an R&D Lab Technician to join our R&D team! Our R&D Lab Technician will conduct tests, manage lab inventory, maintain instrument records, support lab and plant trials, conduct shelf life studies, and more.

OPPORTUNITIES

In this role, you will apply your technical and administrative knowledge and creativity to develop and improve our plant-based products. The role offers the chance to work on interesting R&D projects, contribute meaningfully, and grow your skills and knowledge within the company.

HERE IS WHO YOU ARE…

DRIVE & MOTIVATION

• You are health-conscious and value healthy eating and organic food.
• You are passionate about product development and want to apply your skills in a meaningful way.
• You are eager to learn about our products and processes.

CHARACTER & ABILITIES

• Technical proficiency with laboratory equipment, software, and data analysis tools.
• Detail-oriented with meticulous attention to detail.
• Adaptable to a dynamic environment with changing priorities.
• Strong collaborator, communicator, and organizer.
• Committed to confidentiality regarding proprietary recipes and formulas.
• Positive attitude and solution-oriented mindset.
• Flexible to work evenings and weekends if needed.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Proficiency in sensory evaluation techniques for baked goods.
• Experience with lab equipment, sample preparation, measurements, and microbiology principles.
• Excellent record-keeping and documentation skills.
• Ability to prepare reports and communicate research findings effectively.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 6 months of R&D or QA experience in food or pharma production.
• Degree or diploma in food science, food technology, or related field.

NICE-TO-HAVE

• Hands-on baking experience.
• Ability to create and manage databases.

We offer many benefits, including career growth opportunities, healthcare, performance bonuses, free healthy bread, fitness incentives, a supportive environment, retail discounts, and social events focused on health and food.

Salary: $45,000 - $53,000

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