Food Technologist

Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Status: Full-time

Reports to: Food Technologist Supervisor

Food & Safety Quality Level: 1

Purpose:

Reporting to the Food Technologist Supervisor, this position includes employing scientific and technological knowledge with respect to techniques, processes, methods, materials and ingredients in a food pilot plant. The role supports the R&D activities in formulation and development of new products from the concept stage to prototype and full-scale production.

Responsibilities:

• Operate pilot plant manufacturing equipment for batch trials
• Conduct analytical testing on samples and finished goods
• Perform the pilot plant’s laboratory testing including organoleptic and instrumentation
• Responsible for the managing and training of coop student(s)
• Conduct sensory analysis of various dairy products
• Prepare samples and paperwork for external lab testing
• Coordinate preventive and on-going maintenance of equipment
• Maintain laboratory and pilot plant cleanliness
• Follow quality and safety program
• Conduct experiments and plant trials in manufacturing facilities, as required
• Travel up to 20% to various sites
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Minimum College diploma in Food Science/Food Technology, Food Analytical Chemistry, Food Microbiology, Food/Chemical Engineering
• Valid G2 or G license with access to a car daily
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Work primarily on days, but must be able to work flexible hours based upon business needs
• Understand federal and provincial Government Regulations
• Knowledge of ingredients functionality and processes typically used in dairy manufacturing

Gay Lea Foods is a proud Canadian-owned dairy food and beverage company with a robust portfolio that includes 7 established brands such as Gay Lea Butter, Nordica Cottage Cheese, Ivanhoe Cheese, Salerno Cheese, and Hewitt’s Dairy. Our wide range of products are sold in Retail, Foodservice, Industrial, Co-pack, and Export markets, developed and produced out of our 13 manufacturing facilities in Ontario and Alberta.

Delivering high-quality and innovative products - from the consumer favourite Spreadables and North America’s first Smooth Cottage Cheese, to Nothing But Cheese, an innovative snack made with 100% cheese, is what makes us market leaders in our categories. Our grassroots approach to business is what guides our direction and differentiates us from our competitors.

Our employees inspire our culture of excellence and entrepreneurship. We hire innovative and passionate professionals who know that greatness is achieved through people, partnerships, and acting with a business owner mindset.

For more about us visit: http://www.gaylea.com

Gay Lea Foods is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in our workplace.

Reasonable accommodation is available upon request throughout our recruitment and selection process.

Thank you for your interest in Gay Lea Foods.

Wishing you all the best with your career search!