QC Lab Technologist

Job Details

Job Title: QC Lab Technologist

Location: Mississauga

Work Arrangement: Onsite

About the Role

Salary: $45,000 - $55,000

Position function: Reporting to the Senior Quality Control Specialist - Laboratory, the individual will be responsible to support all QC testing requirements and product and process monitoring that supports the delivery of safe quality products to our customers.

Scope: Located in our Mississauga location within the QC team, the position will manage multiple, ongoing tasks to ensure safe quality ingredients and finished products. This position is an afternoon shift and will work closely with Manufacturing, Shipping and Receiving, Purchasing and Replenishment, Customer Service, R&D, Regulatory and Sales.

Key Responsibilities

• Test to positively release manufactured products according to product parameters and create the related certificates of analysis (COA’s)
• Test to positively release incoming bulk materials, such as vegetable oils, lecithin, white mineral oil, sweeteners, and create the related lot numbers and COA’s.
• Leverage the ERP system to update product release status and record testing results accurately.
• Conduct sampling and testing of raw materials
• Develop, update and validate analytical testing SOP’s for manufactured products and raw materials.
• Assist with investigation of internal non-conformances and customer complaints
• Determine disposition of ON HOLD materials, product rework, and support shelf-life extension initiatives
• Support shipping department by providing the COA with delivery of product as per customer requests
• Conduct new and alternate ingredient evaluations; validate conformance to existing product specifications of new raw material suppliers
• Support shop floor QA monitoring sanitation programs, production records, pest control, incoming shipments
• Aid in the implementation of HACCP and GMP programs and procedures
• Support GLP’s for equipment calibration, record keeping, lab supplies (chemical and reagents), etc.
• Maintain lab and working areas clean, organized, stocked with supplies as required
• Complete all other duties as assigned
• Comply with all company policies

Knowledge / Skills & Experiences

• Science Degree or Diploma (Food Science an asset)
• Knowledge of laboratory instrument operations such as HPLC, ICP
• Working experience with Food Quality and Safety (Including HACCP) Programs and Food Plant GMP’s
• Minimum 2 years working experience in a Food Manufacturing or Quality Lab
• Previous working experience with HPLC or other analytical instrumentation required
• Must possess strong interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Must be able manage multiple priorities and deliver results within expected timeliness
• Strong attention to detail, computer skills.
• Must be self-motivated to work with minimal supervision

About Caldic

At Caldic, we’re a global leader in distribution solutions, serving diverse markets across the world. Joining us means becoming part of an entrepreneurial, collaborative, and innovation-driven team.

We offer:

• Global opportunities with rapid career growth and development
• An inclusive, diverse, and dynamic work environment
• The chance to shape the future of specialty ingredient solutions across industries like food, pharma, personal care, and more

We operate in 43 countries around the world. Our innovative solutions are tailored to meet the needs of industries such as food, pharma, personal care, and industrial markets, ensuring sustainable success for all stakeholders. To learn more, visit: www.caldic.com

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If you're ready to take your career to the next level and join a global leader, apply now at Caldic!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Caldic celebrates diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, or any other characteristic.