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 the tests, manage lab inventory, maintain instruments records, support lab and plant trials, conduct shelf life studies and so much more!
OPPORTUNITIES
In this role, you will have the opportunity to apply your technical and administrative knowledge and creativity to help develop and improve our delicious, plant-based products! The challenge is to balance your passion for technical skills with your ability to achieve deadlines and effectively manage constraints in a fast-paced food production environment. You will have many opportunities to work on interesting R&D projects and apply your creativity and resourcefulness to support the team. You will have many opportunities to contribute in a meaningful way, grow your skills, knowledge and develop with the company!
HERE IS WHO YOU ARE…
DRIVE & MOTIVATION
You are health-conscious and understand the value of healthy eating and organic food
You are passionate about product development and want to join a company that would allow you to apply your knowledge and skills in a meaningful way
You want to expand your knowledge by learning about our unique products and processes
CHARACTER & ABILITIES
Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in using relevant laboratory equipment, software applications, and data analysis tools.
You are detail oriented and have meticulous attention to detail
You are adaptable and able to work in a dynamic environment where priorirites often change
You are a strong collaborator and able to work closely with co-workers, suppliers and others
You are are a strong communicator with both written and verbal communication
You are organized and able to manage multiple projects, experiments and document effectively
You are committied to maintaining confidentiality when working with prorpriety recipes, formulas and trade secrets • You are able to maintain a positive attitude and solution oriented mindset when challenges arise
Flexible to work evenings and weekends to accommodate production testing, when necessary
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
You have proficiency in sensory evaluation techniques to assess the taste, texture, appearance, and overall quality of baked goods.
You have experience with laboratory equipment and techniques for sample preparation, measurements, and analysis. Understand food microbiology principles, typical spoilage organisms, and control strategies
You have excellent record-keeping skills to maintain accurate and detailed documentation of experiments, observations, and results.
You have proficiency in preparing reports, summaries, and technical documentation to communicate research findings and recommendations
EXPERIENCE
At least 6 months of R&D and or QA experience in a food or pharma production facility
You have a degree or diploma in food science, food technology or related
NICE-TO-HAVE
Hands-on baking experience is a bonus
Create and manage databases
We offer our team members many benefits to help them achieve their goals and support our company culture:
Opportunities for career growth and development
Competitive Healthcare Benefits Package
Performance Bonus and RRSP Matching
Free delicious and healthy bread
Fitness incentive fund to help you thrive
Friendly and supportive work environment and an ambitious team
Discounts at our retail store with a great selection of healthy organic products
Company social events focused around health, great tasting food and getting together as a team
Salary - 45,000 - 53,000
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