Technician, Lab

Saputo, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Saputo, a leading dairy processor, is hiring a Lab Technician to ensure quality and safety standards are met in a flexible work environment. The ideal candidate will monitor product quality, perform analyses, and maintain lab equipment. A background in Dairy Science or Microbiology is essential, along with strong analytical and organizational skills.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Full range of group insurance benefits

Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution

Health and wellness program in the workplace

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or diploma in Dairy/Food Science.
• Previous lab experience is preferred.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and tests quality of products through evaluation.
• Performs bacterial and chemical analyses of ingredients.
• Maintains and calibrates laboratory equipment.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Multi-tasking

Education

University degree in Dairy Science, Food Science or Microbiology

Two year post-secondary diploma in Food Processing

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)

Job description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

Technician, Lab - Georgetown

Overview of the Role:

You’ll discover a stimulating atmosphere that fosters your professional growth in a clean and safe environment. Reporting to the Quality Control Manager, the Lab Technician is responsible for testing and sampling products to ensure our high level of quality and safety standards are met.

Schedule: Flex shift 20-32 hours/week

We support and care for our employees and their families by offering:

• Competitive wages
• Advantageous corporate agreements
• Full range of group insurance benefits
• Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution
• Purchase option of company stocks
• Group RRSP
• Health and wellness program in the workplace
• Assistance program for employees and their families
• Saputo products at a discounted price

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Monitors the quality of all raw and finished products through bacterial, chemical and organoleptic evaluation;
• Performs bacterial and chemical analysis of raw ingredients;
• Monitors temperature and chemical concentration of sanitation systems;
• Assesses plant sanitation and general housekeeping;
• Maintains and calibrates laboratory equipment;
• Summarizes and reports results;
• Performs data entry and other lab-related duties as required;
• Performs HACCP related tasks as assigned
• Supports and maintains Saputo Dairy Products Canada G.P. quality standards.
• Other duties, as assigned

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:

• University degree in Dairy Science, Food Science or Microbiology, and/or at least two year post-secondary diploma in Food Processing;
• Previous laboratory experience preferred;
• Proficient in Microsoft office applications (Word and Excel);
• Sound communication and interpersonal skills;
• Accuracy and attention to detail;
• Strong organizational and analytical skills;
• Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure;
• Ability to perform with minimal supervision;
• High level of self-motivation and initiative;
• Ability to work flexible work week

Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations up to the point of undue hardships, are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family.

This year, Saputo is celebrating 70 years of passion and craftsmanship!

In Canada, Saputo is a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Dairyland, Armstrong, Neilson, Alexis de Portneuf , and many more. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain management, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations may be available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

About Us

Making Good Food Is Our Passion, and we do it responsibly . Our caring teams process about 11 billion litres of milk annually into a diversified range of dairy and dairy alternative products sold in over 60 countries. With 59 manufacturing facilities and over 19,400 employees, we operate our leading business in Canada, the USA, Australia, Argentina, and the United Kingdom.

All dairy processors have access to the same raw material and equipment; what distinguishes us is our can-do spirit and our diverse, inclusive work culture that empowers employees to grow in their own way.