Laboratory Supervisor

Labatt Breweries of Canada • Halifax, NS

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Food Science, Chemistry or Biochemistry
• 2-3 years in a quality function within the Food & Beverage industry is an asset
• Good understanding of scientific principles and brewing/production knowledge considered an asset
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft office tools
• Knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) preferred
• Highly skilled in data collection and analysis to facilitate effective problem solving
• Well organized self-starter with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities

Responsibilities

• Responsible for working with production personnel to provide quality assurance
• Ensure HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Process) standards are maintained in the brewery
• Coordinate and lead quality improvement projects
• Analyze micro, packaging and analytical results, follow up on appropriate actions and any related finalize reports
• Participate in calibration program of control equipment
• Comply with environmental, health and safety policies
• Ensure Quality Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in all departments are being followed
• Involve and liaison with operators and provide feedback from process audits to the operator group
• Follow the Voyageur Plant Optimization program and comply to the Quality Pillar requirements
• Audit technicians performance on routine testing of product to ensure it is within specifications
• Responsible for sample collection, equipment calibration and ensuring that all parameters are being adhered to
• Responsible for managing blocked beer
• Administration and bill payment for lab services using the SAP system

Benefits

• Health benefits plan, including competitive coverage for medical, dental, mental health, life, and disability insurance, that can be flexed to fit your needs.
• Additional flex credits for healthcare or wellness spending accounts
• Retirement plan with a generous company-matching contribution, and low-fee RRSP & TFSA savings opportunities to help you secure your financial future.
• Personalized support through an inclusive family-forming benefit, and generous financial support/top-ups for parental leave
• Access to many wellbeing resources, including Employee & Family Assistance Program support, Webinars, and more.
• An annual allotment of Beer and Beyond-Beer products for employees!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level