Bakery Technologist

Introduction Working at Wonderbrands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of.

We have an “entrepreneurial” mindset which encourages all our team members to use their own “creativity” and “out of the box” thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas. Overview

The Food/Bakery Technologist (Process Engineer) is responsible for providing technical expertise and support to Bakeries on a wide range of subjects, including: quality, waste management, production efficiency, product formulation and design, equipment set-up and productivity standards. Additional tasks may include product development/improvement, ingredient evaluation and identifying cost-savings opportunities.

Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 (Eligible for up to a 7% annual bonus)

Location:
Etobicoke, ON

• Lead troubleshooting in facilities and work with manufacturing teams to reduce quality complaints through the optimization of processes and formulae.
• Investigate and resolve product variations by applying a scientific approach to the variables.
• Improve current processes through innovation and the testing of new technologies.
• Become familiar with every aspect of process and equipment capability in order to distribute knowledge amongst all facilities.
• Provide training and technical support to plants to ensure products meet customer expectations. This will include providing direct training on new technologies and manufacturing processes.
• Identify and support cost savings measures through process optimization, ingredient substitutions and reductions, or formulae optimization.
• Work closely with PD, QA and Manufacturing to support new product launches as well as the development/improvement of existing products.

• Post-Secondary education in the Sciences (Chemistry), Engineering or Food Science/Engineering degree.
• 3-5 yearsof Bakery Technical experience (knowledge of plant equipment, processes and ingredient functionality).
• Mechanical aptitude for understanding the limits of plant equipment (a strong asset).
• Strong analytical skills and fact-based decision-making capability.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with all levels in a manufacturing environment (shop floor, supervisors, technical staff) as well as other departments (marketing, etc.).
• The ability to translate complex problems into simple language.
• The ability to travel nationally and work flexible hours as required.
• Some travel as required ~20% (coast to coast within Canada).
• Bilingual in French is an asset.

Adaptive Intelligence -Team Members respond effectively to challenges by evolving their skills, mindset, and approach.

• Flexibility, Agility, Adaptability
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  Thrives in dynamic environments by embracing continuous change. Quickly adjusts to new priorities and actively seeks innovative solutions. Uses setbacks as opportunities for growth and applies a relentless focus on improving outcomes. Approaches challenges with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset and openness to feedback.
• Calculated Risk-Taking
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  Makes strategic decisions by evaluating options and creating contingency plans.

Collaborative Intelligence -Collaborative intelligence empowers teams to unlock collective strengths and achieve results through synergy and mutual trust.

• Team First and Collaboration
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  Engages with Team Members and colleagues, builds relationships, and fosters an inclusive, innovative environment.

Entrepreneurial Intelligence -Equips Team Members to identify opportunities, overcome setbacks, and move ideas to execution effectively.

• Continuous Improvement
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  Drives innovation and optimizes processes to enhance quality and productivity.
• Customer and Product Focus
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  Addresses need proactively with accountability and a solution-oriented mindset.
• Fierce Execution
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  Achieves results with a strategic and hands-on approach, learning from mistakes and building trust.

Inspire & Energize Team Members

• Continually inspires and develops Team Members and promote cross-functional collaboration.
• Supports, shared knowledge and experience with your Team through…