Laboratory Technician

People are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration transparency and accountabilityin order togenerate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyones impact truly matters.

At Agropur each role directly contributes to key results. Execution is measured by impact and value creatednot the number of actions.

An environment thatletsyou focus on what really matters:

• Starting pay of $35.21 an hour
• Night shift Mondays through Fridays 10 PM to 6 AM (Shifts may vary as needed)
• One year contract until December 2027
• Opportunity to grow your career in quality control

Your role in achieving results:

The Contract Lab Technician position is responsible for efficient operation of the laboratory and providing assistance to other departments in the event of non-conformances. This role is essential to support the production and logistics departments with process improvement projects and acting as a resource when needed.

• Sampling and plating micro evaluating retain samples and communicating non-conformances to the necessary people/departments
• Manage ATP and clean equipment swabs working closely with the sanitation team to address potential deficiencies
• Manage and change product status for Holds and Releases
• Review and file external COAs
• Monitor and adhere to finished product and ingredient micro sampling schedule
• Monitor all micro test results daily to ensure compliance
• Assist in the investigation of complaints and formulation of responses from team
• Calibrate lab equipment to maintain compliance
• Assist in reassessment of procedures

What we are looking for to deliver these results:

• Post-secondary education in Food Science Microbiology Food Lab Technician
• Dairy experience will be considered an asset
• Must be able to work well within a fast-paced production environment and possess the ability to detect trends and react to make immediate corrections.
• Must be an independent worker capable of following direction and applying learned knowledge to different applications
• Strong proficiency with computer skills and capabilities
• Good attendance
• Must possess excellent communication skills both written and oral English

A role for those who want to create real impact and contribute to measurable and sustainable results.

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Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening assessing or selecting applicants for this position.

In this text the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.