Product Development Lab Specialist (Mat Leave Contract)

Give and Go Prepared Foods is a leading, and growing, North American manufacturer of baked goods. As a proud member of the Mondelez family, we have consumer recognized brands in all our core categories, significant strategic acquisitions under our belt, and much, much more in the works. If you are looking for a company that has opportunity for growth, incredible energy, and a deeply ingrained respect for people, and open, honest communications, we’d love to have you to join our team!

Job Overview:

The Product Development Lab Specialist will be responsible for the execution validation studies for new and existing products. Additionally, the incumbent will be responsible for creating purchase orders and other administrative functions for PD.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform own Shelf Life testing, attending tastings, collating and distributing data, and advising of next steps based on outcome of testing
• Support the formulating, scaling, baking and packaging of lab & customer samples, independently maintaining TVC & PDS records for formulation records, accurate costing, and Critical to Quality Points
• Troubleshoot when necessary to ensure product success
• Record and analyze shelf life studies, recommend action plan for shelf life studies & test raw material substitutes for existing products
• Observe all SQF and HACCP policies
• Assist Product Developers and Tech Services when required
• Create purchase orders for items in the lab and new materials required for plant trials
• Conduct lab trials comparing the alternative ingredients with the control
• Conduct validation tests: perform sensory evaluation using the sensory evaluation techniques, chemical and physical tests
• Evaluate raw material specifications

Recipe for Success:

• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills
• Good understanding of GMP, HACCP, GFSI (BRC, SQF) and Food Allergens
• Have good working knowledge of word, excel, power point and outlook
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize task, delegate and follow up
• Previous experience working within the Food Manufacturing industry
• Comprehensive understanding of commercial bakery ingredients, production processes and equipment capability
• Ability to lead, work independently, and in a team environment
• Minimum 4 years experience in a as a Chef, Baker, or Pastry Chef
• Completion of College Diploma or University Degree in Food Science or a related field

What we can offer:

• It’s an exciting time to be part of the Give & Go team as we are growing rapidly and want you to become a part our growth and extraordinarily bright future.
• Learning and growth; we are working to create an environment where sharing new ideas, experimenting and learning from each other is strongly encouraged.
• Competitive benefits, along with work, life balance!
• As we grow, we are committed to preserve the parts of our diversity & culture that is unique, people focused and are core to our success at every size. Our values of Quality, Direct Communication and Respect mean something.

Great people, baking great products, for a great future.

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply directly. Give and Go is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants and employees regardless of race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic or national origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences (for which a pardon has been granted), disability, marital or family status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us directly to provide your contact information. While we appreciate all resume submissions, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.