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Snowcrest Foods Ltd. is a family-owned and operated packer and distributor of high-quality fruit. Headquartered in Abbotsford, BC, we have remained true to our core values for over 60 years: Experience, Integrity, Honesty, Innovation, and Sustainability. At Snowcrest Foods, we dedicate significant resources to on-going staff food safety training and continuously adopt new/improved policies, processes, and procedures to ensure we produce and package only the highest-quality products. Our vision is to have industry leading Food Safety and Quality Assurance Programs that exceed the highest standards. We are currently recruiting for a full-time permanent Quality Assurance Lab Technician. Key Responsibilities: Understand and follow Quality System documents relevant to responsibilities, e.g., Quality Manual, SOPs, and methods Perform physical, microbiological, and sensory analysis on frozen fruit products. Review microbiological and physical testing results Release ingredients and finished products in multiple electronic systems Sampling of raw material and finished product when required In process-check: CCP, CP, Quality check when required Prepare and ship samples for testing (microbiological, allergens, etc.) Verify that raw materials and finished products meet specifications Environmental monitoring (air and water quality) Maintain logs and records as required by quality procedures and data entry Investigate problems, taking action to resolve as required Responsible for the maintenance and implementation of assigned programs. Prioritize daily workload to accommodate due dates Participate in internal and external audits when requested Document verification, document control R&D sample preparation, autoclave operation Receive and ship supplies, assist in restocking laboratory consumables/chemicals, and general laboratory clean-up and maintenance Job Requirements: Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Highly organized and detail-oriented Strong time-management, multi-tasking, priority setting & problem solving skills Repetitive tasks such as; sampling, cooler preparation, filing, sample disposal Equipment operation such as; X-ray detector, metal detector, scales etc.. Effectively work with multiple electronic systems on a daily basis Passing level on screening process Colour Blind Testing Strong communication (English - verbal and written) Ability to work in partial work cold temperature Available to work on Saturdays approximately once per month Education & Experience: Certificate/Diploma or bachelors degree in sciences, food processing, microbiology, or related field or; High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 3 years combined of academic science & work experience working in food processing or other GMP/GLP environments Knowledge of HACCP, SQF or other GFSI scheme is an asset Existing certification or willing to complete HACCP program Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) Experience in food industry will be considered an asset We offer: Competitive salary and comprehensive company benefit plan Long-term career development Supportive and challenging work environment Commitment to safety and work-life balance We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $44,000.00-$46,000.00 per year Benefits: Dental care Extended health care Vision care Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Monday to Friday Weekends as needed Work Location: In person