Job Description

Position: Lab Tech - Operator 1
Location: Port Colborne, Ontario
Position Type: Operations
Compensation: $31.23/HR - Unionized

Pre-employment Requirement Successful completion of pre-employment medical and reference check

About the position
ADM Milling Co. is actively searching for a knowledgeable and self-motivated quality control laboratory technician (Operator 1) with a food science background to join the team in Port Colborne, Ontario. This position reports to the Quality & Food Safety Manager. The incumbent will perform routine quality control testing of all incoming raw materials, in process samples, and finished products to ensure the product meet the quality specification, maintain accurate and complete test records, investigate and troubleshoot as problems arise and communicate quality information effectively both internally to the team and externally to the customers when required.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Keeping safety a top priority in everything you do
• Monitor and ensure compliance with all health & safety, food safety, environmental, and GMP rules, regulations, and policies
• Perform all required lab tests on a wide variety of wheat, flour, and bakery mixes adhering to detailed laboratory procedures
• Document and interpret test results accurately, enter results using a computerized data system, maintain records, and monitor for trends
• Monitor test result conformance to specifications and initiate investigation and corrective actions as needed, make sure any non-conforming product is identified and placed on hold
• Conduct positive release to ensure finished products meet customer quality specifications
• Communicate effectively with other departments, management, and employees including notifying appropriate teams when non-conformances and/or concerns arise
• Utilize root cause analysis thought process, maintain a proactive approach, and support sustainable solutions
• Utilize continuous improvement mindset, actively participate in identifying and correcting opportunities to improve processes including participation in the creation and documentation of Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions
• Retain samples of tested products in order to confirm test results and rotate them when necessary
• Prepare chemical reagents for analytical tests and monitor chemical and other lab supplies’ inventories
• Prepare Certificate of Analysis for customers with accurate information in a timely manner;
• Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format and completed with all required information
• Monitor, operate, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment
• Follow QMS and GMP’s to maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area and ensure audit ready status at all times
• Attend and practice all required health & safety and quality & food safety training
• All other duties required

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to multi-task, while prioritizing and coordinating daily tasks
• Possess qualities of motivation, punctuality, and good attendance
• Must be able to work in a team environment and act independently with minimal supervision;
• Proficiency in MS Office and basic PC skills

Education or Work Experience

• Must possess a post-secondary education in food chemistry or related field
• Experience with testing cereal grains, AACC methods, Farinograph, Amylograph, Falling Number Machine and NIR are an asset
• Must have working knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and other Quality and Food Safety Policies

Health and Safety

• Work in accordance with local/provincial/federal legislation
• Understands and is accountable for full compliance with safety and other EHS requirements

Additional Information

• Operational expectations for this position include capabilities of performing all aspects of laboratory duties; including bakery lab testing, continuous numeric and test result interpretation accuracy. This position has a direct impact on finished product and customer quality
• Must be willing to work overtime and weekends when required

City

Port Colborne

State

ON - Ontario

Location Country

Canada

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.