Micro Lab Helper
The primary duties involve transferring samples from incubation to the micro lab for daily testing, along with preparing, sanitizing, and disposing of testing samples. This role also includes assisting with inventory, performing general maintenance and cleaning of QC equipment and lab areas.
- On-site
- Richmond Hill, ON
- Posted Mar 17, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Employee Type: Full time Location: ON Richmond Hill Job Type: Quality Job Posting Title: Micro Lab Helper About Us: TreeHouse Foods is a leading manufacturer of private label packaged foods and beverages, operating a network of over 20 production facilities and several corporate offices across the United States and Canada. At TreeHouse Foods, our commitment to excellence extends beyond our products and revolves around our people. We are investing in talent and creating a performance-based culture where employees can do their best work and develop their careers, directly impacting our mission to make high quality, affordable food for our customers, communities, and families. We hope you will consider joining the team and being part of our future. Named one of America’s Best Large Employers by Forbes Magazine, we are proud to live by a strong set of values and strive to "Engage and Delight – One Customer at a Time." Guided by our values—Own It, Commit to Excellence, Be Agile, Speak Up, and Better Together. We are a diverse team driven by integrity, accountability, and a commitment to exceptional results. We embrace change, prioritize continuous learning, and foster collaboration, transparency, and healthy debate. Together, we set each other up for success to achieve enterprise-wide goals. What You Gain: * Competitive compensation and benefits program! * Enrollment in our wellness and employee assistance programs! Paid holidays, vacation, and other competitive paid time off opportunities! * An inclusive working environment where you can build meaningful work relationships with a diverse group of people * Leaders who are invested in supporting your career growth. * Opportunities to be recognized for outstanding contributions to your team through our employee recognition programs. Job Description: * Transferring samples from the incubation room to the micro lab for daily testing. * Preparing and sanitizing the micro lab and testing samples. * Sorting, clearing, and properly disposing of tested samples. * Assisting with inventory and stock management of lab supplies and materials. * Performing general preventative maintenance and cleaning of QC equipment and the micro lab. * Preparing, cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining supplies and work areas including the incubation room, micro lab, and sample storage areas. * Assisting with sorting products in cases and laying samples on pallets when required. * Maintaining the cleanliness and monitoring of laboratory instruments and equipment. * Reporting any safety concerns or issues to the Quality Assurance Manager and Quality Team Leader promptly. Important Details: This is a full-time permanent role on the night shift, which operates from 7:00 pm to 7:30 am Monday through Friday with some Saturdays. The hourly rate for the role is $20.04 with a night shift premium of $1 About You: You’ll fit right in if you have: * Completion of high school diploma or equivalent * 1 year of experience supporting QC Technicians in a laboratory environment is preferred * 1 year of experience in a Food Manufacturing environment is an asset * Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment * Strong attention to detail and strong organizational skills * Excellent time management skills * Ability to lift up to 30 lbs * Ability to work periodically in a warm environment – Incubation/Hot Room Your TreeHouse Foods Career is Just a Click Away! Click on the “Apply” button or go directly to www.treehousefoods.com/careers [http://www.treehousefoods.com/careers] to let us know you’re ready to join our team! At TreeHouse Foods, we embrace diversity and inclusion for innovation and growth. We are committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable workplace for our employees to bring their true selves to work to help us “Engage and Delight – One Customer at a Time”. TreeHouse Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact [email protected] [[email protected]] TreeHouse Use Only: #IND1
What you’ll do
The primary duties involve transferring samples from incubation to the micro lab for daily testing, along with preparing, sanitizing, and disposing of testing samples. This role also includes assisting with inventory, performing general maintenance and cleaning of QC equipment and lab areas.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferred experience supporting QC Technicians in a laboratory setting and experience in food manufacturing. Essential abilities include strong organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and the capacity to lift up to 30 lbs.
Benefits
• Competitive compensation • Wellness programs • Employee assistance programs • Paid holidays • Vacation • Paid time off
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Sample Transferring
- Lab Preparation
- Sanitization
- Inventory Management
- Stock Management
- Preventative Maintenance
- Equipment Cleaning
- Attention To Detail
- Organizational Skills
- Time Management
- Lifting
- Multi-tasking
Job areas
- Manufacturing
- Science & Research
- Food & Beverage
- Administrative
Additional details
- Minimum education
- High school
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
