Research Technician Co-op - Summer 2025

Job Description

What We Offer

• Co-op fee reimbursement up to $1000, if eligible
• Opportunities to take part in job related training and development
• Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Personal Care and the larger network of the J.D. Irving group of companies
• Signing incentives for full-time roles for graduating students who have completed a work term within J.D. Irving (if applicable)
  
  

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory testing and analysis of trial diaper products and development materials
• Conduct laboratory testing and analysis of competitive diaper products
• Organize and maintain records of trial and material test data
• Prepare and inspect samples for Home Use Testing and panel studies
• Prepare and inspect samples for Sales and Marketing departments
• Communicate and report test results to Product Development and Operations teams
• Provide laboratory support to IPC operations during material / process validations
  
  

Qualifications

• Education Required: College Diploma, science preferred
• Years of Experience Required: 2-5 years
• Knowledge of and testing experience in a laboratory environment
  
  

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

At Irving Consumer Products , we know the key to success is our people.

We are a leading manufacturer of premium quality tissue products – including national brands Royale in Canada and Scotties in the US - and private label. We also produce baby diapers under our Royale brand as well as private label diapers and training pants for North American retailers.

We pride ourselves in our commitment to providing the best quality products and exceptional service to our consumers and customers.

Our parent company - J.D. Irving, Limited, is a responsible steward of the forests. Each year, its forest operations harvest less than 2 percent of the forest it manages, ensuring that the company grows more wood than it harvests. J.D. Irving has planted more than 1 billion trees since 1957, and the J.D. Irving Forest Supply Chain has been declared carbon neutral.