Laboratory Technician at Agropur in Sussex, New Brunswick, CA

Job Type:

Regular

People are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in working together, speaking honestly, taking ownership, and creating value in everything we deliver. Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, and a shared commitment to growing stronger together. Joining the team means being part of an environment where people support each other and take pride in making a real impact. 

Every role at Agropur is designed to create value and contribute to collective performance. 

A context that allows you to maximize your impact:

• Wage of $28.62/h

• Monday to Friday schedule from 8h am to 4h pm with every second Saturday

• Benefits package;

• On-site parking.

The levers through which you will make an impact: 

Reporting to the Quality Control Manager, the lab technician is expected to ensure quality standards are met and are to continuously monitor and improve the product to meet Company and regulatory standards.  This role requires daily testing (microbiological, compositional, keeping quality), participation in and knowledge of HACCP & SQF verification activities, record keeping, and inspection procedures.

• Thoroughly testing all samples from production within required timelines;

• Performing chemical and microbiological analyses of products and accurately documenting all results;

• Carefully and accurately interpreting all data and test results;

• Performing root cause analyses when issues are identified and gathering information from necessary parties;

• Completing a thorough weekly environmental analysis, taking samples throughout the plant to ensure all sanitation standards are being met;

• Participation in HACCP inspections; 

• Sanitization tasks as required;

• Accurately calibrating lab equipment, closely following calibration procedures;

• Administrative duties;

What will enable you to create value: 

• Must possess post-secondary education in Science, Agriculture, Laboratory Tech, or related field;

• Knowledge of HACCP and Good Manufacturing Practice

• Ability to follow precise procedures, excellent hand eye coordination, self-motivated;

• Ability to effectively communicate and work as a part of a team;

• A strong commitment to occupational health and safety standards and procedures;

• Previous lab experience is considered an asset;

A role aligned with what creates the greatest collective impact. 

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. 

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.