QC Lab Technician

YA YA Foods Corp • Toronto, ON

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Ya YA Foods is a dynamic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages with over 30 years of experience. They have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid and high acid beverage and liquid food items. As a family-owned Canadian business, Ya YA Foods prides itself on a proven track record of satisfying the needs of global multi-national customers, acting as a solution provider that consistently strives to exceed expectations on innovation, quality, service, and speed to market. A career at Ya YA FOODS offers the opportunity to build a career, work in a dynamic and high-growth company with skilled professionals, become part of a teamwork-focused culture, and be part of an organization that supports your future growth path.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in Quality Control or related field
• 1+ year QC experience is required
• Excellent analytical laboratory skills.
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and in a team environment
• Ability to evaluate production data (i.e. variances, efficiencies)
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Suite of Applications), and instructional software
• Skill in organization, time management, and the ability to meet deadlines for multiple tasks.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently

Nice To Haves

• Preferably in a low acid beverage manufacturing industry
• Working experience with HPLC and HACCP is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Tests products at specified stages in the production process and records test data, applying quality control procedures and accurately documenting the results of the inspections and testing.
• Responsible for monitoring the quality control of bulk raw materials, product-in-process and finished product run during the shift and informing the supervisor in case of any deviation.
• Responsible for the full compliance of specific standards for product quality by ensuring all paperwork is completed correctly and accurately.
• Directly communicate with production leads, maintenance, and distribution departments to ensure smooth flow of shift.
• Collection of microbiological samples of raw materials and finished product for testing and analysis, incubation, SAS, and retained sample checks.
• Ensure samples, equipment, and any required chemicals are handled properly to avoid contamination.
• Review and monitor Critical Control Points (CCPs) and Operational Prerequisite Programs (OPRPs) as per defined frequencies to maintain food safety and regulatory compliance.
• Perform pre-operational inspections, including line clearance, swabbing, CIP (Clean-in-Place) monitoring, and visual inspections, ensuring equipment and production areas meet hygiene and operational standards before start-up.
• Conduct water quality testing and environmental monitoring.
• Carry out other activities essential to the effective operation of quality control department.
• Bulk receiving of raw materials.
• Perform routine cleaning and calibration of laboratory instruments.
• Perform work in safe and efficient manner.
• Compliance with the Company's Integrated Management Systems which includes, but is not limited to Production, Quality, Food Safety & GMP.
• Compliance with all rules & policies regarding health safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Supports your future growth path
• Opportunity to realize his or her full potential in a working environment that is supportive of everyone
• Provide accommodations to any candidate with a disability taking part in the selection process

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees