food processing quality control technologist

Education

• College / CEGEP
• Food science
• Food technology and processing
• Food science and technology, other
• Public health, other

Work setting

• Food processing industry

Tasks

• Conduct or assist in air and water quality testing
• Conduct or assist in environmental monitoring and protection activities
• Set up chemical experiments, tests and analyses
• Compile records for analytical studies
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• MS Office
• Assist in development of standards, health and safety measures
• Assist in the development of chemical engineering processes, studies of chemical engineering procurement, construction, inspection and maintenance
• Compile records and interpret experimental or analytical results
• Develop and conduct programs of sampling and analysis
• Conduct safety training programs
• Food safety / handling skills
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Food Safety Certificate

Analytical techniques

• Sampling

Computer and technology knowledge

• HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) knowledge

Area of work experience

• Analysis
• Product development and formulation
• Quality assurance and control
• Environmental monitoring

Manufacturing sector experience

• Food

Type of industry experience

• Food and beverages

Area of specialization

• Food chemistry

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Organized
• Proactive

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you live near the job location?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?

Experience

• 2 years to less than 3 years

Employment terms options

• Day

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site amenities
• Team building opportunities