Quality Lab Trainee (Microbiology)
About the Role:
Working in the Quality Control Lab at Ferrero Canada, the Microbiology Lab - Co-op will aid in conducting tests and inspections of raw materials, in-process and finished products to evaluate quality and safety. Ensuring that all analysis is carried out in compliance with Safety policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP/GLP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and the Group’s standard.
Main Responsibilities:
• Check raw ingredients, in-process and finished products for safety and quality adhere to food standards, production specifications, safety regulations, waste management and water supply specifications.
• Analysis following ISO 17025 on food ingredients for pathogens, bacteria, etc.
• Basic knowledge of aseptic sampling techniques and environmental monitoring.
• Media preparation, sample weighing and testing, environmental swabbing, as well as daily laboratory cleaning.
• Ensure that procedures are performed correctly and in a timely manner.
• Guarantee that the finished products meet the quality specifications established by Ferrero.
• Apply food science knowledge to determine the best ways to process, package, preserve, store, and distribute food.
About You:
Qualifications:
• Knowledge of microbiological procedures and techniques, GMPs and HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Effective use of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Good oral and written communication skills
Targeted Programs:
• Food Industry Management
• Food Science
• Microbiology
• Biochemistry
• Biological & Medical Physics
• Biological & Pharmaceutical Chemistry
• Biological Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering
• Biomedical Toxicology
Our Benefits & Perks:
The hourly rate for this position is $25.00.
About Ferrero:
Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.
DE&I at Ferrero:
Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.
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Ferrero is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable human rights laws. Ferrero will recruit, hire, train, and promote all persons without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, or history of disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is not able to perform the essential functions of the position even with reasonable accommodations), citizenship, or any other protected characteristic.
Ferrero will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise the People & Organization (HR) Representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
As part of our recruitment process, Ferrero may use artificial intelligence (AI) enabled tools to assist with reviewing candidate applications. These tools are used solely to support recruiters by summarizing application information and identifying potential alignment with job requirements. AI does not independently screen out or select candidates, and it does not replace human judgment. Final decisions regarding candidate progression are always made by Ferrero recruiters and hiring managers.