Career Opportunities


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Careers Wanted


Karine Morcet is seeking an organizational management position with leadership responsibilities including planning, organizing, leading and coordinating/controlling resources and processes. View resume here. Contact Karine by E-mail: k.morcet@gmail.com


Ali Ketabi is seeking a position a food science (food microbiology) position, e.g. product development, R & D or QA. View resume here. Contact Ali by E-mail: ketabi@ualberta.ca



Job Postings


Team Leader - Food Services – Burnaby, BC

Maxxam Analytics is seeking a team Leader for their Food Services division.

DESCRIPTION:

* Lead and coordinate the day-to-day activities for a team of 3 Sample Entry Technicians.
* Provide support and training to Sample Entry Technicians; leading by example.
* Spend daily work hours approving incoming submissions, and performing all other core Sample Entry functions.
* Prepare weekly production reports and queries to help monitor the daily workload and efficiency.
* Provide feedback to Manager with regards to performance of individuals in the sample entry team, and develop action plans to ensure continuous growth in skills and technical expertise.
* Ensure all incoming jobs are completed on time and are accurate.
* Maintain adequate communication with the operation group, Customer Service team and all other relevant sections of organization to meet established TAT and customer expectations.
* Assist in developing innovative and proactive methods to ensure the team achieves core performance standards.
* Demonstrate refined problem solving, decision-making and conflict resolution skills along with ownership for all inquiries from internal/external customers.
* Responsible for helping Manager generate, maintain and update all WI's and job profile for Sample Entry group.
* Assist Manager in team meetings to share Corporate and Departmental information.
* Provide management representation and support for all team members and client escalations, regarding research and resolution of sensitive inquiries.
* Streamline departmental processes and procedures, ensure consistency and maximize efficiencies, while maintaining a focus on quality, innovation and continuous improvement.
* Ensures adherence to quality systems QA/QC, SOP's and external accreditation requirements.
* Maintain sample entry area in a clean, safe and an organized manner.
* Represent the organization in a highly professional manner.

QUALIFICATIONS /[Minimum Requirements]:

* Minimum of 3 years experience in a Sample Entry or related role within the laboratory.
* Excellent leadership, communication skills (both written and verbal), organizational skills and detailed orientated.
* Good computer skills e.g. MS Excel(r), MS Outlook(r), LIMs system.
* Energetic personality that can work independently in a multi tasking fast paced environment.
* Ability to effectively interact with colleagues and provide coaching and mentoring when needed.

For more information, please contact Darlene Hunter, Human Resource Specialist - BC at Tel: 604-638-5038 or Mobile: 604-353-4398. Resumes may be submitted by Fax to 604-731-2386 or by E-mail to: DHunter@maxxam.ca

(Posted September 17, 2011)



Quality Manager – Kelowna, BC

Sun Valley Fresh Foods, a food processing company in the BC Okanagan is seeking a Quality Manager.

Skills & Knowledge Required:

Please email resume and cover letter to E-mail: Controller@svff.ca

(Posted August 15, 2011)



Resources


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Below is a list possible web sources for jobs and experiences in the Canadian Public Service.

If you are looking for work in the Canadian Federal Public Service visit the:

Public Service Commission

Jobs Open to the Public

Federal Student Work Experience Program

Post-Secondary Recruitment

Canadian Food Inspection Agency Jobs

Careers at Health Canada



For the Province of British Columbia:

BC Public Service

Other sites which may be of interest:

BCIT - Student Employment Services

UBC - Career Services for Students