Quality Lab Analyst

Mondelēz International•Toronto, ON

8d•CA$47,674 - CA$73,434•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for performing chemical, physical, and organoleptic analyses of raw materials, in-process goods, and finished products to ensure they meet corporate and government specifications. The analyst will perform these analyses with minimal supervision, report any deviations or irregularities to the supervisor, and support investigations into production issues. The position also involves placing non-conforming materials on hold, issuing vendor notifications, and contributing to the preparation of standard operating procedures for the Quality Laboratory. Calibration of lab equipment, troubleshooting instrumentation and method problems, and maintaining compliance with health and safety standards, CGMP, CGLP, and regulatory requirements are also key aspects of this role. The role is a fixed-term/contract position.

Requirements

Operating machines with coaching
Safety and quality standards for operating machines
Reading and writing, and fluently conversant in the language of communication as appropriate to the site
Collaborating well in a diverse work environment
Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Excellent attention to detail
Able to prioritize effectively and work on multiple tasks simultaneously.
Highly effective time management skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to work well independently and in conjunction with others.
Excellent organization and interpersonal skills
Strong communication skills, both written and oral
Highly motivated and energetic
Demonstrates the 3 A’s, accountable, aggressive, adaptable.
Knowledge of Excel, Word, other Microsoft Office Programs and applicable laboratory software.
Knowledge of SAP.
Knowledge of HACCP and CGMPs.
Knowledge of SOPs and GLPs.
Strong knowledge and use of automated laboratory instrumentation such as, IR Spectrophotometer, Autotitrator, Karl Fisher Water Tester, pH Meter, Gas Chromatography, Melting Point Apparatus and Refractometer
Work normally requires a low level of physical effort in bending, lifting, and manual dexterity.
Work normally requires a high level of mental effort in reading, creating written documentation, meeting deadlines, problem solving, handling multiple demands and repetitive tasks, amid constant interruptions and distractions.
Bachelor's of Science in related field.

Responsibilities

Performs required organoleptic, physical and chemical analyses of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products according to established/compendial procedures with minimum supervision.
Performs process control and process improvement testing to provide quick action and resolution of manufacturing problems to support the plant.
Performs testing of Natural Health products.
Provides the physical and/or chemical evaluation of complaint samples to support investigation of consumer and trade complaints.
Reports any deviations and irregularities in analytical/laboratory procedures and results to the supervisor following a full review of methodology and results.
Supports investigations into production issues to ensure root causes are identified and immediate corrections are implemented in a timely manner.
Places non-conforming material on physical and systematic (SAP) hold, and issues vendor notifications for non-conforming raw or packaging materials.
Provides input into the preparation of standard operating procedures for the Quality Laboratory, as required.
Performs calibration of lab equipment in accordance with established procedures.
Troubleshoots instrumentation and method problems.
Maintains compliance to all health and safety standards, Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP), Current Good Laboratory Practices (CGLP) and regulatory requirements.
Responsible for other duties, as required.