Job Description

Responsibilities:

Manage all aspects of product quality and food safety throughout company to meet FSMA and GFSI requirements such as HACCP, SQF, FSVP certifications

Ensure best practice in methods, standards, procedures, and processes are executed throughout the production, lab and facility with regulatory compliance.

Responsible for all regulatory inspections, internal, and external Quality audits.

Responsible for developing all policies and procedures including GMP, HACCP, SOP, food safety program, production quality control measures, regulatory requirements, product specifications.

Ensure QA/QC policy, procedures, and records in place and updated.

Manage effectively and timely the QA/QC and food safety issues including customer complaints, root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Report any QC and product quality deviations to his direct supervisor and take immediate actions.

Assist company's QA/FS leader to build a companywide quality and safety culture including training program.

Responsible for all necessary testing, audits, and validate sound record keeping of production and QC data including daily production logs, batch log, raw material and finished product QC testing, and necessary external lab testing.

Develop and implement quality assurance policies and procedures - Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of quality control systems - Analyze data to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality standards are met

Conduct audits and inspections to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements - Investigate customer complaints and implement corrective actions

Train and educate employees on quality control processes and procedures

Develop and maintain quality documentation, including standard operating procedures and work instructions

Position Qualifications:

A Bachelor's/ Master's degree in Microbiology, Food Science, or equivalent field

SQF practitioner, HACCP, PCQI, FSVP certified

Proven experience in quality assurance management

Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze data and identify trends

Minimum 3-5 years experience in QA/QC, production and hands-on lab testing in food industry.

Ability to focus and prioritize duties in a rapid changing and high demanding environment.

Knowledge of quality control methods, tools, and techniques

Experience in fabricating or manufacturing environments is preferred

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and precision

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, qualifications, or benefits associated with the role.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

Jordan Station, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Work Location: In person