QC Lab Technician

About Ya YA Foods:

Ya YA Foods is a dynamic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages. With over 30 years’ experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid and high acid beverage and liquid food items. We are a family-owned Canadian business who prides itself in its proven track record of satisfying the needs of global multi-national customers. We are a solution provider for our customers, always striving to exceed expectations in innovation, quality, service, and speed to market. For further information about us, please check our website at yayafoods.com

A career at Ya YA FOODS will offer you the opportunity to…

• Build a career, not just have a job
• Work in a dynamic and high-growth company with very skilled professionals
• Become part of a teamwork focused culture
• Be a part of an organization that supports your future growth path

Reports to: Quality Control Supervisor

Responsibilities:

• Tests products at specified stages in the production process and records test data, applying quality control procedures and accurately documenting the results of the inspections and testing.
• Responsible for monitoring the quality control of raw materials, product-in-process and finished product run during the shift.
• Responsible for the full compliance of specific standards for product quality by ensuring all paperwork is completed correctly and accurately.
• Ensures all requirements are met to release the line/equipment for production.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as production, maintenance, and distribution to ensure smooth flow of shift.
• Assist in completing all related validations with respect to equipment/allergens/cleaning.
• Collection of microbiological/customer samples of raw materials and finished product for testing and analysis, incubation, SAS, and retained sample checks.
• Ensure samples, equipment, and any required chemicals are handled properly to avoid contamination.
• Bulk receiving of raw materials.
• Perform routine cleaning and calibration of laboratory instruments.
• Compliance with the Company's Integrated Management Systems which includes, but is not limited to Production, Quality, Food Safety & GMP.
• Compliance with all rules & policies regarding health safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Profile:

• Post-secondary education in Biology, Food Sciences, Microbiology or related field is required

• 1-3 years’ work experience in Quality Control in food manufacturing is an asset

• Working experience with HPLC and other analytical equipment is an asset

• Excellent analytical laboratory skills

• Attention to detail

• Ability to work with minimal supervision and in a team environment

• Ability to evaluate production data (i.e. variances, efficiencies)

• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Suite of Applications), and instructional software

• Skill in organization, time management, and the ability to meet deadlines for multiple tasks

• Good interpersonal and communication skills

• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently

• Initially the work will be a day shift position, with expectation to work extended hours or weekend overtime as required. Position will become a rotating shift position as demand for our product grows.

• NB: Successful candidates will be required to provide photo ID, banking details, a valid SIN number, and (if applicable) a valid work permit

Why Join Us:

We believe that the key to creating and growing a successful business is by investing in our people—some of whom have been a part of our team for over 30 years. This is at the core of who we are, what we do, and how we grow our business—as a versatile, automated manufacturer and co-packer of a wide-variety of beverages and liquid food items. In our view, a happy team means a better workforce, a better product, and more satisfied customers.

Furthermore, we encourage different perspectives and celebrate diversity in our workforce. Where every employee has the opportunity to realize his or her full potential in a working environment that is supportive of everyone. Upon request, we will gladly provide accommodations to any candidate with a disability taking part in the selection process.

*this job posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization*

Continental Rotational - 12 hour rotating day and night shifts
84 hours biweekly