The Company: Charlottetown Metal Products (CMP)
Work Location: 2744 North York River Road, Milton Station, Prince Edward Island, Canada C1E 3G5
Start Date: ASAP
Position Available: 1

Type of Position: Full time, Permanent
Hours per Week: 40
Employment Conditions: Day Morning, Monday – Friday 8:00 - 4:30pm
Language: English

Benefits

2 weeks’ vacation
Extended health care plan
Dental care plan
Group insurance benefit
Life Insurance
Vision care plan
Free parking available
Team building opportunities
Travel allowance
Discretionary bonus

Work Site Environment

On-site customer service
Cold/refrigerated
Non-smoking
Noisy

Work Setting

Research and development plant
Factory or food processing plant
Office

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment
Tight deadlines
Work under pressure
Combination of sitting, standing, and walking
Attention to detail
Ability to work in research centre, pilot plant, factory/plant, office, and customer-site environments as required

Tasks

Maintain equipment work areas to safety standards.
Prepare professional business documents using Microsoft Word.
Assist in developing programs of sampling and analysis to maintain quality standards
Assist in development of standards, health and safety measures
Compile records and interpret experimental or analytical results
Develop and conduct programs of sampling and analysis
Develop manufacturing and processing procedures
Ensure safety procedures are followed
Collaborate with specialists to develop programs for clients' special needs
Respond to customer inquiries and requests
Represent the organization, or delegate representatives to act on behalf of the organization, in negotiations or other official functions
Review and adapt information regarding product innovations, competitors and market conditions
Apply quality control procedure
Ensure compliance and adherence with government regulations
Evaluate user feedback
Write specifications and technical reports
Conduct tests to ensure quality or detect defects
Provide advice and training to users in response to identified difficulties
Provide input into product design where goods or services must be tailored to suit client's needs
Operate testing equipment to maintain quality of products
Provide technical and professional advice
Analyze equipment readings and production test samples
Recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
Conduct research in field of specialization
Develop quality management and quality assurance standards
Conduct quality control
Analyze technical documents and reports
Provide product demonstrations
Prepare reports
Evaluate efficiency of production sites to determine adequacy of personnel, equipment and technologies used
Monitor and optimize chemical processes for processing units
Check and monitor product quality

Responsibilities

Support research and development activities focused on improving food processing technologies and industrial food manufacturing processes.
Participate in design and execute R&D, pilot-scale, and commercial-scale validation studies for new product development projects.
Evaluate new food processing technologies and recommend improvements to processing methods and equipment performance and product quality.
Develop, validate and optimize food processing procedures to improve product quality, yield, efficiency, food safety, and sustainability.
Conduct testing, pilot-scale trials, and commercial-scale validation activities for food processing applications.
Perform technical analysis of food microstructure, texture, rheology, process performance, and product stability.
Analyze test results and prepare technical recommendations to support process optimization and commercial applications.
Prepare technical reports, validation protocols, scientific documentation, and process recommendations.
Support the development and implementation of quality assurance and validation procedures for new food processing technologies.
Operate, maintain, and calibrate product development and plant equipment used in food processing trials and validation activities.
Support commercialization activities through customer trials, product demonstrations, and technical evaluations.
Provide technical expertise during equipment installation, commissioning, and process optimization at customer facilities.
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, sales, and service teams to support innovative food processing solutions.
Evaluate emerging food processing technologies and identify opportunities for process improvement and new product development.
Maintain and develop quality control and validation documentation and procedures to ensure compliance with food safety and regulatory requirements.
Provide technical training and support to customers and internal teams.
Represent CMP at industry conferences, technical meetings, and customer presentations as required.

Qualifications/Skills

Bachelor’s degree in food technology, Food Science, Food Engineering, Nutrition, or a related scientific discipline.
Minimum 3 years of experience in food process development, food technology in industrial food manufacturing.
Strong understanding of food science, process optimization, food safety systems, and quality management principles.
Knowledge of HACCP, SQF, ISO standards, GMP, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Experience with statistical analysis software and experimental design methodologies.
Demonstrated experience conducting pilot-plant and commercial-scale food processing trials.
Experience supporting new product development, technology validation, commercialization, and customer implementation projects.
Strong technical writing, project management, and communication skills.
Ability to work with minimum supervision in a cross-functional team environment.
Ability to travel internationally to support customer projects and technical initiatives.

Experience and Specialization

Area of work experience

Product development
Research and development
Testing and Analysis
Food processing
Quality Assurance

Technical Experience

Processing Methods
Food chemistry
QA programs development
Production Process development
Technical Reporting/ Documentation

Manufacturing Sector Experience

Food

Personal Suitability

Accurate
Judgement
Organized
Versatility
Proactive
Collaborative
Team player
Excellent verbal communication
Time management
Client focus
Excellent written communication
Efficient interpersonal skills
Dependability
Reliability

FPS Food Process Solutions Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all those who apply; however, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews. Employment at FPS is based solely on an individual's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competencies and eligibility to work in Canada.