Job Description

Laboratory Technician- Permanent
Location Candiac, Quebec
Position Type Operations
Salary Full Time, Hourly
About the Position

The Lab Technician is accountable for ensuring the integrity of our product in the manufacturing process and through release. This position will require the ability to utilize standardized techniques and operating procedures in order to conduct and analyze tests on sensitive samples. This role is a critical member of the Quality Team promoting Quality and Food Safety Culture.

Reporting to the Quality Supervisor, the Laboratory Technician will assist the production operators in obtaining a quality product that meets ADM quality standards. The successful candidate will perform the required chemical and physical analyses, evaluate raw materials and the quality of finished products. He/she will contribute to the maintenance of the quality program and work on the improvement of the HACCP and BRC system.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintaining safety as a top priority in everything you do.
• Conduct product analyses during production, and follow up as necessary based on results, with the Production Manager.
• Perform and interpret all physical and chemical analyses of finished products.
• Analyze, calculate and accurately report data on a wide variety of food and industrial samples.
• Use appropriate software programs to process data and maintain accurate records of all relevant information.
• Demonstrate flexibility and perform all work functions within established deadlines.
• Respect all internal and external ADM procedures, without exception.
• Ensure that products manufactured meet ADM's quality standards.
• Support the Laboratory Supervisor in various tasks.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Must be a self-motivated individual able to work with minimal supervision as well as in a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Good computer skills and comfortable with the use of computer spreadsheets and data management. Knowledge of MS Office Access software is an asset.
• Available and punctual for day and night shifts.
• Knowledge of basic safety rules for laboratory work.
• Experience with AACC methods and Brabender and NIR equipment is an asset.
• Experience with HACCP and food safety is an asset..

Education or Work Experience

• Student in analytical chemistry or related field

Additional Information
Type of position : Permanent
Schedule : 12-hour shifts on rotation, day and night, 3 days one week, 4 days the next

City

Candiac

State

Quebec

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.