Bakery Technologist Co-op

BAKERY TECHNOLOGIST/PROCESS ENGINEERING CO-OP

Get ready for a Naan-Traditional placement experience!
We’re not your average bakery. We’re a team of passionate thinkers and doers that are challenging
the idea of what a bakery can be. We operate like a startup, powered by creativity and a ‘roll up
your sleeves mentality, to give our customers the best possible product.

Job Summary
The Bakery Technologist Process Engineer Co-op is responsible for providing technical support to bakeries from an R&D standpoint on a wide range of subjects, including equipment testing, product quality improvement, production efficiency, product formulation and design etc. Additional tasks may include product development/improvement, ingredient evaluation and identifying cost-saving opportunities.

Key Responsibilities
•Work alongside the Research & Development Team on multiple projects related to new product development, product and process improvement and alternative raw material testing
•Support troubleshooting in facilities and work with manufacturing teams to optimize process and formula
•Assist in lab tests, sample production, and plant trials
•Collect samples and data from lab and plant trials
•Become familiar with process and equipment capability
•Conduct analytical tests on raw materials (moisture, water activity, pH, etc.) when required
•Work closely with Product Development, Quality Assurance and Manufacturing to support new product launches as well as the development/improvement of existing products

Key Qualifications
•You are PASSIONATE about food!
•Post-secondary education in Food Science, Chemistry, Food Engineering, or related science program
•Strong analytical skills
•Sound knowledge of MS Office
•Clear communication skills along with a positive and eager to learn attitude