SGS is Looking for Food Sampler Full Time

Great opportunity for students, semi retirees / retirees or stay at home individuals in Quebec City to take on this part-time / On call job opportunity.

Approximately 10-15 hours per week

A day in the life of an SGS Canada Food Sampler:

• Prepare weekly and monthly sample plans.
• Collect samples from grocery stores, farmer’s markets, specialty stores, coffee/tea houses, juice bars and anywhere that sells packaged and bulk food.
• Ensure usable digital photos are taken after samples have been collected.
• Accurate data entry of sample information into workbooks.
• Complete appropriate paperwork that accompany each sample prior to shipping.
• Pack and ship samples in accordance to SGS guidelines and Client guidelines.
• Ensure expenses, time cards and photos are completed on a weekly basis.
• Purchase, store, pack and ship sample products without contamination and in accordance to Client guidelines.
• Provide accurate and timely results.
• May be assigned to special or ad hoc projects as needed

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma
• Must have a class 5 driver’s license and a reliable vehicle
• Few years of experience in fresh produce handling and storage would be an asset.
• Knowledge of different types of foods and a variety of ethnic foods would be an asset.
• Knowledge of a variety of grocery stores, specialty foods stores would be an asset.
• Understanding of how to identify and read food labels.
• Good verbal communication in English and French.
• Must be able to work independently with limited supervision.
• Competent knowledge of Excel and Outlook
• Can follow very specific instructions and guidelines.
• Ability to work well with others & independently.
• Self Motivating
• Good time management skills, highly organized and a strong attention to detail.
• Ensures full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.

Additional information

SGS Canada is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to achieving greater accessibility by providing accommodation for people with disabilities during our hiring process. Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract, Casual
Contract length: 12 months
Part-time hours: 15 per week

Salary: From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Quebec City, QC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• This is a part-time job, up to 15 hours week, flexible and candidate full control on their schedule. Plus should be available on either Monday or Tuesday morning for meeting with the team in BC. – What is your availability?
• Indicate a valid phone number and email address.

Language:

• English (required)
• French (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-03-08
Expected start date: 2023-03-07