Trouw Nutrition is hiring Quality (Lab) & Food Safety Assistant to join our team in Chilliwack, BC Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Quality (Lab) & Food Safety Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting our daily production operations. Join us and be at the forefront of shaping the future of animal nutrition. A DAY IN THE LIFE of our Quality (Lab) & Food Safety Assistant You have a keen understanding of the wide range of responsibilities of our quality (lab) and food safety programs, including collaborating with local production and Plant Manager on improvement projects, maintaining production records, ensuring food safety compliance, and fostering a culture of people safety. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, exhibit outstanding organizational skills, and be committed to upholding our company's values. Job Description: Production & Quality You are the records guru/administrator, responsible to maintain production records, including but not limited to manufacturing, packaging, and waste records. Some examples but not limited to: Audit various records such as load-out sequences and pellet mill records. Review, research, and reconcile inventory. Ensure accurate and timely data entry. Perform cv + residues tests in line with the food safety program. Maintain the local pest control program. HSE (People Safety): Assist in providing safety training for staff and contractors AND ensure timely completion of annual staff safety training. Maintain relevant safety documentation to meet Provincial & Federal Safety regulations. Prepare and hold monthly General Safety meetings. Regularly maintain PPE and First Aid supplies. Food Safety Assist in preparations for all internal and external audits. Maintain documentation to meet Provincial & Federal Food Safety regulations. Complete annual Food Safety staff training before due dates. Other Tasks Support continuous improvement plans and change initiatives. Various lab tasks. Collaborate with team members to achieve daily targets. Maintain awareness of procedures and documents, reporting any issues. Preferred Hiring Criteria Grade 12+ education. Relevant experience in a feed manufacturing environment (an asset). Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines effectively. Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail. Proficiency in MS Office applications. Numerical accuracy and mathematical aptitude. Strong judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. GOOD TO KNOW Full-time | Overtime as required | Permanent Skills and Expertise Expectation from the Role: Good computer skills – MS Office Good communication and collaboration skills Punctual, accountable, honest, engaged, respectful, coachable, and ownership of work. Pleasant, positive, and professional attitude. Excellent interpersonal skills. Strong work ethic, self-motivated, and a strong initiative for quality and superior customer service. Ability to focus on details within a fast-paced environment Exposure to the elements, noise and dust Why you Will Love Working with Us Global Benefits: Be part of our sustainable mission with opportunities to grow within Nutreco, Skretting, Trouw Nutrition and the broader SHV group Embrace our culture of diversity and inclusion, where we respect and value everyone Local Benefits: Robust pension plan with employer matching that begins on Day 1! Competitive health benefits - Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA, that start on Day 1! Short-term/Long-term Disability and Mental Health spending allowance Maternal top-up and Tuition Reimbursement 15 vacation days to start (tiered) Annual bonus Our organisation: Trouw Nutrition is the global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes and nutritional services for the animal nutrition industry. Trouw Nutrition provides species-specific nutritional solutions consisting of feed concepts, products and nutritional know-how. The unique combination of products, models and services Trouw Nutrition offers, boosts productivity and supports animal health through all life stages, contributing to our customers' peace of mind. Trouw Nutrition's nutrition solutions have met the need of farmers and home-mixers, feed producers, integrators and distributors. Trouw Nutrition has locations in 25 countries and around 5000 employees. Our mission is Feeding the Future. Equal Opportunity Employer: Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Trouw Nutrition is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities. Nutreco is a global leader in animal nutrition and aquafeed. Our advanced nutritional solutions are at the origin of food for millions of consumers worldwide. Its two global company brands Skretting (aqua feed) and Trouw Nutrition (animal nutrition) have sales in over 90 countries. Our purpose Feeding the Future captures a big challenge: feeding 9 billion people in 2050. Our responsibility is twofold: we need to make a significant contribution to meeting the rapid increase in worldwide demand for food; on the other hand, we need to find the right balance in order that we can realize growth while making also responsible choices for people and planet. We believe in three core elements to future success: strategy execution, innovation, and competence of our people. Our values; capable, caring, collaborative, and innovative are supportive of those three core elements. To know more about us, please visit our website https://www.nutreco.com.
