Hours per week: 40 hours
Schedule: Days - Afternoons and Weekends ( total of 40h)
Duration: May to August - Open to the possibility for students to start part time before the end term.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work as a team or independently with minimal supervision.
• Develop a positive work environment through team building and collaboration.
• Actively contribute to a Food Safety and Quality culture within the facility.
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays.

MINIMUM EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• Currently enrolled in or graduated from Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, Science, or related field of study. 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year
• Previous experience in food manufacturing or laboratory testing an asset.
• Proficient computer skills; working knowledge of MS Office, SAP, QMS software.
  All replies are appreciated and will be carefully considered but only those selected for interview will be contacted.
  Burnbrae Farms is committed to Employment Equity. Accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request for candidates with disabilities.
  About Burnbrae Farms:
  Burnbrae Farms is a proud 5th generation Canadian family owned and operated egg business, producing eggs for over 70 years. With locations in Ontario, Quebec, Alberta, Manitoba, and British Columbia, Burnbrae Farms is Canada’s leading egg producer and a thriving participant in the agribusiness industry. We sell eggs and egg products to major grocery store chains, food service operations as well as large bakery/industrial customers throughout Canada.
  Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Internship / Co-op
  Contract length: 4 months
  Pay: $20.00-$21.00 per hour
  Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Every Weekend

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Brockville, ON K6V 5X1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

• Experienced at performing finished product microbiological and organoleptic tests? Yes or No?
• What would be your ideal start date?
• Currently pursuing a degree in Food Science, Food Technology? Yes or No?
• Experience in lab testing? Yes or No?
• Are you able to commute every day to the office located in Brockville? Yes or No?
• The working shift for this position would shift between Day, Afternoon, and weekends. Is it part of what you are looking for?

Work Location: In perso

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

Burnbrae Farms in Brockville has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Quality Assurance Technician Summer Student. The incumbent is responsible for performing laboratory and other functions, as assigned, to support the Quality Assurance department. This is an opportunity to gain work experience in a food production environment and would be a great fit for a student who is passionate about biology, biotechnology, and/or food sciences.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform finished product organoleptic and microbiological tests.
• Hold/Release finished product using the SAP platform.
• Create and submit finished product COAs to customers.
• Conduct shelf-life testing for finished products and enter results into database.
• Complete scheduled Environmental Monitoring Program swabs and samples.
• Conduct lab equipment verification and monitoring tasks.
• Actively participate in Proficiency testing and reporting.
• Other duties as assigned by the QA Manager.