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Research & Development Technician at Apple Valley Foods Inc

Date Posted: May 28, 2025
Application Deadline: June 13, 2025
Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Job Category:

  • Applied and Environmental Sciences
  • Culinary, Tourism and Hospitality
Job Start Date: Immediately
Job Location: On-site Position (Kentville, NS, Canada)
Positions Available: 1
Salary: $62,500
Hours Per Week: 40

Job Description

Apple Valley Foods Inc. is a food manufacturer located in Kentville, Nova Scotia with sales throughout North America. The company is currently seeking a Research & Development Technician to work in a fast paced, progressive and growing environment. This is a full-time position. Reporting to the R&D Manager, the successful candidate will:

  • Work in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines
  • Strong knowledge in MS Word and Excel
  • Experience using ESHA Food Processor or Genesis software is an asset
  • Comfortable working in a kitchen environment, previous baking experience is an asset
  • Able to effectively prioritize projects and schedules, attention to detail
  • Self-directed and able to research new topics
  • Effectively communicate with Managers, Supervisors and all employees
  • Work on projects as assigned by the Quality Manager

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experience:

  • Post-secondary degree or diploma in Nutrition, Science, or related field with experience in Food Analysis, Sensory Evaluation, Food Product Development.
  • Strong understanding of microbiology and it’s relationship to food safety
  • Effective problem solver, organized, team player
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills


How to Apply

Submit your application by email to the company contact listed below.
Documents to be included:

Cover LetterResume


Company Information

Company Name: Apple Valley Foods Inc

Address: 30 Chipman Drive

City/Town: Kentville

Postal/Zip Code: B4N 1N3

Province/State: Nova Scotia

Country: Canada

Website: www.applevalleyfoods.com


Company Contact

Contact Person: Ailie Longley

Contact Person Job Title: Human Resources Manager

Telephone: 902-670-7228

Email: alongley@applevalleyfoods.com