Quality & Food Safety Assistant - #191968

Trouw Nutrition is hiring Quality (Lab) & Food Safety Assistant to join our team in Chilliwack, BC

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Quality (Lab) & Food Safety Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting our daily production operations. Join us and be at the forefront of shaping the future of animal nutrition.

A DAY IN THE LIFE of our Quality (Lab) & Food Safety Assistant

You have a keen understanding of the wide range of responsibilities of our quality (lab) and food safety programs, including collaborating with local production and Plant Manager on improvement projects, maintaining production records, ensuring food safety compliance, and fostering a culture of people safety. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, exhibit outstanding organizational skills, and be committed to upholding our company's values.

Job Description:

Production & Quality

You are the records guru/administrator, responsible to maintain production records, including but not limited to manufacturing, packaging, and waste records. Some examples but not limited to:

• Audit various records such as load-out sequences and pellet mill records.
• Review, research, and reconcile inventory. Ensure accurate and timely data entry.
• Perform cv + residues tests in line with the food safety program.
• Maintain the local pest control program.
  
  

HSE (People Safety):

• Assist in providing safety training for staff and contractors AND ensure timely completion of annual staff safety training.
• Maintain relevant safety documentation to meet Provincial & Federal Safety regulations.
• Prepare and hold monthly General Safety meetings.
• Regularly maintain PPE and First Aid supplies.
  
  

Food Safety

• Assist in preparations for all internal and external audits.
• Maintain documentation to meet Provincial & Federal Food Safety regulations.
• Complete annual Food Safety staff training before due dates.
  
  

Other Tasks

• Support continuous improvement plans and change initiatives.
• Various lab tasks.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve daily targets.
• Maintain awareness of procedures and documents, reporting any issues.
  
  

Preferred Hiring Criteria

• Grade 12+ education. Relevant experience in a feed manufacturing environment (an asset).
• Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines effectively. Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications. Numerical accuracy and mathematical aptitude.
• Strong judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  
  

GOOD TO KNOW

Full-time | Overtime as required | Permanent

Skills And Expertise

Expectation from the Role:

• Good computer skills – MS Office
• Good communication and collaboration skills
• Punctual, accountable, honest, engaged, respectful, coachable, and ownership of work.
• Pleasant, positive, and professional attitude. Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong work ethic, self-motivated, and a strong initiative for quality and superior customer service.
• Ability to focus on details within a fast-paced environment
• Exposure to the elements, noise and dust
  
  

Why you Will Love Working with Us

Global Benefits:

• Be part of our sustainable mission with opportunities to grow within Nutreco, Skretting, Trouw Nutrition and the broader SHV group
• Embrace our culture of diversity and inclusion, where we respect and value everyone
  
  

Local Benefits:

• Robust pension plan with employer matching that begins on Day 1!
• Competitive health benefits - Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA, that start on Day 1!
• Short-term/Long-term Disability and Mental Health spending allowance
• Maternal top-up and Tuition Reimbursement
• 15 vacation days to start (tiered)
• Annual bonus
  
  

Our organisation:

Trouw Nutrition is the global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes and nutritional services for the animal nutrition industry. Trouw Nutrition provides species-specific nutritional solutions consisting of feed concepts, products and nutritional know-how. The unique combination of products, models and services Trouw Nutrition offers, boosts productivity and supports animal health through all life stages, contributing to our customers' peace of mind. Trouw Nutrition's nutrition solutions have met the need of farmers and home-mixers, feed producers, integrators and distributors. Trouw Nutrition has locations in 25 countries and around 5000 employees. Our mission is Feeding the Future.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Trouw Nutrition is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.