Job Description

La Presserie, a plant-based food and beverage company in the GTA is looking for a QA Supervisor to join our team!

WORK SPECIFICATIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES:

QA Team Leader Participation in development of new and existing products through product realization Performing quality checks on samples through testing of such as brix, pH, % solids, Bostwick and sensory analysis Creating, revising, and reviewing documentation of Food Safety and Quality Management System Conducts trend analysis of non-conformities, corrective actions, and customer complaints Continuous improvement of the Food safety and Quality Management System including QA procedures and monitoring activities Supplier and raw material approvals according to the Supplier Approval Program including data entry into the Supplier Approval software Development and maintenance of raw material and finished product specifications Supports and all internal and external audit activities Backup for QA Manager and QA Technicians during absences Full transparency and accountability of all results Participation in HACCP and Recall team Collaborate with Senior Management including QA, Production, R&D, Procurement, and Sales
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

Experience and understanding of the food/beverage manufacturing environment Attention to detail Good hand-eye coordination Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and promote a team-orientated atmosphere Able to work flexible hours and or shift work as required Always work in a safe manner and be able to work around moving equipment Have a positive attitude and good work ethic Confidentiality Maintain and archive records in a manner consistent with company policies All other duties as may be assigned
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

5 years working experience at minimum including 2+ years in a lead hand or supervisory role. A diploma in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related field HACCP and SQF certification required Knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs (i.e. Word, Excel, and Outlook) Excellent communication skills (i.e. oral and written)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The employee is required to stand, sit, walk, push, pull, climb, reach overhead and bend to the floor in refrigerated and sometimes frozen temperatures Exert 10 -50 pounds of force and/or exert up to 10 pounds of force frequently Tolerate noise levels from machinery Conduct in a safe manner around physical hazards and moving machines Hot, cold and wet conditions
OTHER DUTIES MAY INCLUDE:

Flexible hours Participation in joint health and safety committee
Work remotely

No
Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person