British Columbia R&d food science Jobs – 22 Openings This Week

Head Grower
UP Vertical Farms —Pitt Meadows, BC
- $90,000–$110,000 a year
- Nights as needed
- Management
- Engineering
- Sanitation
- Dental care
- Life insurance
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Product Development Specialist
TalentSphere —Vancouver, BC
- $72,000–$82,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's
- In-person
- Manufacturing
- Dental care
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R&D Technologist - Technical Services & Private Label
Silver Hills Bakery —Abbotsford, BC
- $69,000–$84,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Heavy lifting
- Data analysis skills
- Laboratory experience
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R&D Technician
Prime Health Ltd —Maple Ridge, BC
- $22–$28 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Laboratory experience
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Food Safety, Quality Assurance and Lab Supervisor
UP Vertical Farms —Pitt Meadows, BC
- $60,000–$65,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Food Safety, Quality and Sanitation Manager
UP Vertical Farms —Pitt Meadows, BC
- $75,000–$80,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Heavy lifting
- Laboratory experience
- Dental care
- Vision care
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Food Safety, Quality and Sanitation Manager
UP Vertical Farms —Pitt Meadows, BC
- $85,000–$100,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Laboratory experience
- Master's degree
- Dental care
- Vision care
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5d
Director, Innovation and Development-EO
Earth's Own Foods —Delta, BC
- Weekends as needed
- Master's degree
- Leadership
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Quality Intern
Organika Health Products Inc —Vancouver, BC
- $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Organizational skills
QA/QC Assistant
VANPEARL NATURAL HEALTH LTD. —Surrey, BC
- $25 an hour
- Temporary
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Paid time off
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12d
Director, Regulatory Affairs
Organika Health Products Inc —Vancouver, BC
- $120,000–$150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's
- Team management
QA Technician
BakeMark —Richmond, BC
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office
- Designated paid holidays
- Dental care
2d
Senior Product Developer
Sunrise Farms —Surrey, BC
- $85,000–$105,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Laboratory experience
- Research
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Quality Systems Manager
Swiss Water Decaffeinated Coffee Inc. —Delta, BC
- From $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Engineering
- Analysis skills
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Graduate Research Assistant
Crop Defenders Ltd. —Niagara, BC
- Communication skills
Director, Quality Assurance, GMP
Xenon Pharmaceuticals —Burnaby, BC
- $178,000–$196,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor's
- Travel
- Recruiting
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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QA/QC Technician (Contract)
Puratos —Chilliwack, BC
- $22 an hour
- Temporary
- Heavy lifting
- ERP systems
- Microsoft Office
11d
Grower Supervisor
UP Vertical Farms —Pitt Meadows, BC
- $60,000–$65,000 a year
- Nights as needed
- Engineering
- Sanitation
- Forklift
- Dental care
- Vision care
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Food Scientist / R&D Product Developer
Euro Mediterranean Foods - Katia Panagiotidis —Ajax, ON
Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, or a related field. 3+ years of experience in food product development.
$40,000–$80,000 a year
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Scientist I - Development Operations
Thermo Fisher Scientific —Whitby, ON
Assist with method development and evaluation activities. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as determination of test reliability, analysis…
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Head Grower

UP Vertical Farms -
Pitt Meadows, BC

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
$90,000–$110,000 a year
5 days ago

Qualifications

Class 5 Licence
Forklift Licence
Management
Engineering
Sanitation
Forklift
Bachelor's
Agriculture
Environmental Engineering
Business requirements
Food safety
Horticulture

Full job description

Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Grower to join our horticultural team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for cultivating and maintaining healthy plants, ensuring optimal growth conditions, and supporting the overall health of our garden or farm. This role offers an opportunity to work outdoors in a dynamic environment, contributing to the production of high-quality plants and crops. The Grower will play a vital part in implementing irrigation systems, managing plant health, and assisting with general gardening tasks to promote a thriving cultivation operation.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee all grow operations, including propagation, cultivation, harvesting, and post-harvest handling of crops within vertical farming systems.
Develop and implement growing strategies to optimize yield, quality, and consistency
Manage environmental control systems, including lighting, irrigation, nutrients, EC, pH, temperature, humidity, and CO₂ levels
Supervise, mentor, and evaluate grow team members, including Grow Supervisors and labourers.
Establish team schedules, delegate tasks, and ensure alignment with production targets
Analyze crop performance data and environmental metrics to drive continuous improvement
Plan, execute, and evaluate R&D grow trials and implement approved innovations
Ensure compliance with food safety programs, sanitation protocols, and regulatory requirements
Oversee integrated pest management (IPM) programs and respond to plant health issues
Maintain accurate records related to crop production, trials, sanitation, and operational performance
Manage R&D initiatives by assisting with grow trials, data collection, and implementation of approved process improvements.
Oversee quality control processes by inspecting crops at various stages of the growth cycle and ensuring harvested greens meet established quality and food safety standards.
Lead and manage transplanting activities, ensuring seedlings meet quality standards, are properly spaced, and receive appropriate nutrients and environmental conditions.
Ensure all equipment, systems, and facilities are maintained in proper working condition
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency and product quality
Manage inventory, supplies, and procurement related to grow operations
Support budgeting and cost-control initiatives related to production
Ensure adherence to Occupational Health & Safety policies, including training, PPE use, and safe handling procedures
Participate in emergency response planning and provide on-call support as required
Ensure cleaning and sanitation of grow areas, including vertical grow modules, hydroponic systems, irrigation lines, and ancillary equipment, in accordance with established protocols.
Plan crop schedules and labour requirements, providing input to management on staffing and operational needs.
Train, coach, and support grow staff on standard operating procedures, safety protocols, and best practices.
Communicate issues, observations, and recommendations to the Senior Grower and management in a timely manner.
Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Agriculture, plant science, environmental engineering, biology, or a closely related horticulture field
Must be eligible to work in Canada.
Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence.
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in commercial growing, greenhouse operations, or CEA systems
Minimum 2 years of leadership or management experience
Experience with hydroponic or vertical farming systems is an asset.
Experience with food safety programs, sanitation protocols, and record keeping is an asset.
Forklift certification is an asset.
Steel-toe safety footwear required.
Experience with food safety programs (e.g., HACCP), sanitation, and compliance systems

Work schedule:

Full-time: Monday-Friday
Mornings, Days, evenings shifts or night shifts as needed.
Shift times may vary depending on crop cycles and business requirements.

Benefits:

Dental care
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Vision care

Work Location: In person

Pay: $90,000.00-$110,000.00 per year

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

commercial growing: 3 years (required)

Location:

Pitt Meadows, BC (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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