Job Description

Sunflower Kitchen - makers of vegan, gluten-free, non-GMO and organic hummus, dips, and soups - is looking for a self-motivated, active, engaged, and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Supervisor to work on our production floor and lead daily QA operations within a food production context.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintain and implement the FSSC 22000 and HACCP Program. Ensure the HACCP PRP, OPRP, and CCP are being maintained through proper, timely, diligent record-keeping of monitoring and verification activities. Coordinate internal and external audits and inspections with certification bodies and government agencies. Manage and participate in internal and external food safety audits (GMP, Gluten-free, Kosher, Organic, FSSC 22000, etc) and act on deviations found. Maintain supplier approval program and coordinate food supply chain documentation. Carry out root cause analyses and implement preventive and corrective action on food safety deviations and customer complaints. Train employees of Good Manufacturing Practices, food safety and quality procedures, and work instructions. Organize and carry out mock recalls/traceability exercises as needed. Manage analytical testing schedule in coordination with Production Supervisor and QA team, coordinate sample collection for laboratory analysis and in-house testing, conduct shelf-life studies and sensory panels. Oversee and perform daily quality inspections on products while ensuring quality records are filled immediately. Enforce GMPs, SOPs, and Allergen program. Lead and participate in Health & Safety Committee discussions and post minutes and communications when needed.
Experience and Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field (e.g. chemistry, microbiology). 3-5 years of experience in a similar role in food manufacturing. Comprehensive knowledge of FSSC 22000 (or similar GFSI-level certification), as well as HACCP training and certification. Hands-on leadership with strong communication skills and the ability to build a collaborative team. Physically active, able to stand for long periods of time throughout the day, and withstand hot and cold environments. General knowledge of food traceability software, electronic forms, and QMS such as Safety Chain, SG Traceability, Forms on Fire, etc. is an asset. Comfortable with MS Office Suite including Excel and Outlook. Self-driven, organized and motivated individual with strong work ethics.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

On-site parking
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:

Quality Assurance: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-09-05