Technician, Quality Control

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?

Overview of the Role

You'll discover a stimulating atmosphere that fosters your professional growth in a clean and safe environment. Under the responsibility of the QA Supervisor, the incumbent will be responsible for batch tracking verification in addition to lab quality control testing on finished products including microbiological, chemical and sensory testing as well as on floor quality control programs.

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 10:00pm to 6:00am

Salary: $28.55/hour

*There are 2 salary increases in the first year of employment, with a target rate of $31.70/hour.

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

• Vacation upon hire
• Generous and complete benefit coverage with group insurance
• Group retirement plan with employer contribution
• Telemedicine and assistance program for employees and their families
• Employee Share Ownership Plan with an employer match
• Paid Parental Leave program
• Paid time off: Sick days, floater days and volunteer day off
• Opportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSA
• Training and development programs
• Organized activities for employees and their families
• Advantageous discounts on Saputo products

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Batch tracking verification for previous day production
• Product testing for Control characteristics (microbiological, chemical)
• Product testing for Quality characteristics (sensory)
• Assist with audit preparations
• Assist in on floor quality programs including environmental monitoring
• Data entry and paperwork
• New Product testing and shelf-life studies
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

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

• Diploma or Certificate in Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA)
• Work related experience in a Quality Control Environment an asset
• Work related experience in a Food Processing Environment an asset
• Must have Computer Skills including general knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Work related experience with Maestro/AS400 an asset
• Proficient in Organization and Time Management with a strong Attention to Detail
• Knowledge of Canadian regulations pertaining to the dairy industry an asset
• Job Specific Training to be provided

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.