Student (Quality Performance) – 4 month contract at Maple Lodge Farms Ltd

Halton Hills, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jun, 26

Salary

22.0

Posted On

06 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Data Collection, Data Analysis, Meat Quality Analysis, Shelf-life Verification, Laboratory Activities, Product Evaluation, Data Entry, Basic Graphing, Complaint Investigation, Adherence To Policies, Statistical Analysis, Computer Skills, Poultry Products Handling

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

Interested in joining Canada’s largest poultry processor? At Maple Lodge Farms, we’re not only passionate about our chickens, but our people, too. We operate to the latest in technological, health and safety, and quality standards. With rapid expansion over the years, and continued innovation and investment in growth, we’re looking for committed, team players to join the Maple Lodge family. As a proudly family-owned Canadian company, we’re passionate about what we do. If you’re a committed team player, we would love to have you as part of our team. Reporting to the Quality Performance & Co-Manufacturers Manager, the Student (Quality Performance) – 4 month contract will be responsible for focusing on projects performed by Quality Performance (including Shelf-life verification). The Student (Quality Performance) will be involved in several quality-related projects, with a focus on meat quality as well as other tasks in the QA department, including laboratory activities when help is needed. This is an existing position in the company Shift: Mon - Fri - 8:30 am - 5:00 pm (Fully on-site) What's in it for you? * Weekly pay * Onsite Cafeteria * Discount at our Chicken Shop * Opportunities for career advancement * A culture that values humility, respect for family and hard work What you will be doing: * Contribute to several steps in quality-related projects, including data collection and analysis at the plant. * Assist in performing meat quality analysis (e.g., pH, colour, drip loss, cooking loss, and texture) in the plant and at the internal lab. * Participate in other projects based on business needs. * Perform Co-Manufactured product review – packaging and product evaluations. * Assist with data entry and basic graphing to track Critical to Quality Attributes. * Provide Lab assistance and coordination of shelf-life samples for sensory analysis and microbiological testing. * Assist in complaint investigation. * Policies, Processes & Procedures - Adhere/comply with company policies and procedures. Follow all relevant departmental policies, processes, standard operating procedures and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner What you will bring: * No previous experience is required; * Working knowledge of food and meat plant regulatory standards (CFIA, etc.), GMP, HACCP, BRC, food safety, food quality, etc.; * Some experience in statistical analysis is preferred. * Ability to lift 30 lbs and be able to work with raw and cooked poultry products. * General Computer Skills (e.g. MS Office) inclusive of working with medium datasets. * Education and Certification Requirements - Enrolled in a Post Secondary education program. Additional Education Requirements including Licenses required; Trade or Professional Certifications. Maple Lodge Farms was established in 1955. We are the largest chicken processor in Canada, and we remain family owned. The principles that guided us from our humble beginnings, when Lawrence May sold eggs door-to-door, are the same principles that guide us today: hard work, agricultural wisdom and family values. We are creating a sustainable future by providing healthy, wholesome, best quality chicken products with a focus on the humane treatment of animals, the responsible use of resources and the positive development of our employees and the communities in which we operate. Please note that any offer of employment will be conditional upon background and reference checks, including a criminal record check. In accordance with Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) 2003, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants are required to make their needs known in advance. Our recruitment process may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in reviewing applications. These tools help identify candidates whose qualifications closely align with the job requirements. Please note, these AI tools are not used to disqualify applicants but to support our efforts in efficiently screening large volumes of applications. We thank all applicants for applying, however, only those chosen will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Team. IND2

Responsibilities

The student will focus on projects within Quality Performance, including shelf-life verification, contributing to quality-related projects through data collection and analysis at the plant. Responsibilities also involve assisting with meat quality analysis, performing co-manufactured product reviews, and providing laboratory assistance.