Job Description

Reports To:

Director of Operations and Office of the President

Job Title: Quality Assurance Person (QAP) - Cannabis (Remote/Hybrid)

Reports To:

Director of Operations and Office of the President

Location:

[City], BC (Remote with 1 in-office day per week)

Schedule:

Full-time, Monday to Friday

Position Summary

We are seeking a qualified

Quality Assurance Person (QAP)

to lead our compliance, quality, and product release operations within Canada's regulated cannabis industry. This is a

remote-first position

with

1 day per week required on-site

at our licensed facility in [City].

As the QAP, you will be the final authority for

batch release

,

SOP development

, and

regulatory compliance

under the

Cannabis Act and Regulations

. You will also oversee

audit readiness

for both

Health Canada and the CRA

, and manage all aspects of

product quality and complaints

.

This role requires a detail-oriented and compliance-focused professional who can operate independently while working collaboratively across remote and on-site teams.

Key Responsibilities -

Product Release & Compliance

Serve as the designated

Quality Assurance Person (QAP)

in accordance with Health Canada's Cannabis Regulations. Review and approve all production and packaging batch records for

final product release

. Sign off on

all batch clearances

, ensuring compliance with GPP and internal specifications. Ensure products meet regulatory requirements for release, including lab testing review and label accuracy.

SOP & Quality System Management

Draft, review, and maintain

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

across all departments. Ensure all SOPs reflect current regulatory and operational requirements. Lead

Change Control

processes and ensure documentation is up-to-date and compliant.

Audit Readiness & Regulatory Relations

Prepare and lead

Health Canada

and

Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)

audits. Maintain all necessary records and systems to ensure 24/7 audit readiness. Respond to audit findings and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPAs).

Complaints, Deviations & CAPA

Manage the full lifecycle of

product complaints

, including investigation, documentation, and resolution. Oversee

deviation reporting

, root cause analysis, and CAPA implementation. Monitor and trend quality issues to identify and reduce risk.

Collaboration & Leadership

Work cross-functionally with Production, Operations, and Executive leadership to maintain quality and compliance standards. Provide QA oversight and guidance to production associates and supervisors. Conduct training on SOPs, compliance, and GPP expectations as required.

Qualifications

Must meet

Health Canada's requirements for QAP designation

, including suitable education and industry experience. Degree or diploma in

life sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, biology, chemistry

, or a related field. Minimum

2-3 years experience

in a regulated cannabis, pharmaceutical, or food manufacturing environment. Proven experience preparing for and leading

Health Canada

and/or

CRA audits

. Deep knowledge of

GPP, GMP, and SOP creation

in a licensed facility. Strong understanding of inventory control and regulatory recordkeeping. Excellent organizational, communication, and decision-making skills.

Work Environment

This is a

remote position

, with

1 required day on-site per week

at our licensed facility in [City], BC. Flexible working hours are supported, but availability during core business hours is required for regulatory or operational needs.

What We Offer

Competitive salary based on experience and credentials Remote-first flexibility with consistent in-person connection A collaborative, fast-moving team committed to quality and compliance Opportunity to shape the quality culture of a growing cannabis company An chance to work multiple jobs while also working here - we wont take up 40 hours a week.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $40,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Extended health care On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Work Location: In person