Laboratory Analyst

at  Redpath Sugar Ltd

Redpath Sugar is located on Toronto’s historic downtown waterfront and has been a part of Canada’s heritage for more than 160 years. Our brand is the oldest food-related trademark in Canada and is recognized across the country. Redpath Sugar is part of ASR Group, the largest cane sugar refiner in the world.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & WORK EXPERIENCE

• Degree from accredited college or university, with major in food science or related field
• At least 2 years working in a manufacturing laboratory environment
• Proficient in Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, Power Point, Access, Visio)
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written in English
• Experience working in sugar manufacturing or distribution
• Experience working with SAP

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES)

• Ability to analyze complex information and preform root cause analysis
• Ability to recognize areas for continuous improvement (CI) strategies, recommend and implement CI strategies as assigned
• Ability to utilize various sources of information and analyze results
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary business information at all times
• Ability to effectively manage time, including the ability to prioritize, work within assigned deadlines, and work independently or collaboratively to accomplish organizational objectives
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects while maintaining quality & accuracy standards
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, Outlook, Access, Visio, PowerPoint on an Advanced Level
• Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner both verbally and in writing, fostering strong lines of communication across the business
• Ability to troubleshoot various issues
• Systems Management
• Risk Management
• Planning & Scheduling
• Problem-Solving
• Analytical Thinking

• Performs wide array of testing including but not limited to raw sugar, molasses and molasses by-products, liquid sugars, various liquid blends, granulated sugars, icing sugars and soft sugars
• Performs analysis & coordinates necessary communications related to CCPs and CQPs
• Prepares & coordinates necessary communications related to COA data
• Performs & coordinates laboratory equipment verifications, troubleshooting & 3rd party services
• Collects, organizes & ships variety of samples to 3rd party laboratories
• Collects, organizes & ships environmental monitoring program samples
• Organizes & ships microbiological samples to 3rd party laboratories
• Reviews, updates trends & files records for data from various sources
• Manages effective communications related to issues, objectives and initiatives
• Participates in all proficiency and round robin testing assignments
• Participates in all quality & EHS training
• Practices and promotes plant GMPs and safety goals and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned