Job Description

Company Name: Hiram Walker & Sons Ltd.

Location: Windsor, ON

Hiram Walker & Sons Limited, a Pernod Ricard Company, is the place where ambition thrives. As part of a global enterprise, we are proud to be delivering the market such exciting brands as Wiser\'s Whisky, Polar Ice Vodka, Malibu Rum, and Lamb\'s rum. Let your ambition lead you toward outstanding opportunities with progressive rewards. For insight on our heritage please click

Note: At Hiram Walker and Corby Spirit and Wine, your safety and well-being are our top priority. As of December 1st, 2022, Covid vaccinations will not be required of new and existing employees, but we strongly encourage everyone to follow local public health recommendations, including keeping vaccinations up to date.

Position Summary

The Quality Assurance Technician is in place to perform in depth trend analysis on operations site quality specific issues and supplier quality performance issues.

The Quality Assurance Technician will be the key driver in completing investigations in response to production issues, supplier defects and consumer complaints. This position will liaison with operations to conduct root cause analysis into ongoing issues and implement corrective actions.

This role will support internal and external customers through timely analysis and reporting of raw materials, work in process, finished and waste products as well as customer complaints. Partner with operations to improve outputs. Provide analytical support during new commercial projects. Committed to achieving excellence in quality, health and safety, the environment and product safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance of Occupational Health & Safety Act (section 25, 26, 27, and 28) per Hiram Walker & Son\xe2\x80\x99s Ltd Policy- Management-Supervision-Worker Safety Responsibilities.

• Quality Assurance - Analytical

• Analyze raw materials, blends, and finished products to support production in Distillery, Drain and Fill, Blending, Bulk and Finished Goods.
• Advanced analytical technique in instrumentation with strong skills in analytical/wet chemistry and microbiology, along with data analysis, interpretation, and reporting.
• Analytical method development, optimization, and validation.
• Working knowledge of all quality lab test methods and instrument operations.
• Equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, calibration, and certification of all lab equipment.
• Manage daily organoleptic sensory program, train new panelists.

• Continuous Quality Improvement

• Gather quality data related to materials and finished goods for trend analysis and quality improvement. Participate in quality improvement projects using Lean Manufacturing Techniques.

• Supplier Quality

• Support the implementation of continuous improvement and supplier quality assurance activities in concert with operational initiatives to improve operational efficiency and quality. Be a resource for participation in activities to promote continuous quality improvement with suppliers.

• Performance Measurement

• Track metrics associated with key performance indicators for department and plant quality on a week, monthly and quarterly basis.

• Quality Assurance Maintenance and Improvement

• Identify and participate in the implementation of quality improvement opportunities. Drive continuous improvement of product quality and supplier service and delivery to support improvements in operations efficiency.

• Internal Customer Partnership, Communication, and Service

• Manage and collaborate proactively with department stakeholders to ensure early involvement in quality related supply and operations issues.

• Cross-trained on the Quality Assurance Technician responsibilities.
• Work in a fast-paced packaging plant, supporting production of finished products.
• Perform internal calibrations and troubleshooting on critical lab instruments.
• Set up analytical testing procedures for new products and ingredients.

Requirements

• Degree/College specializing in lab science, food and pharmaceutical technology/Chemical Technology
• Degree - Food Science, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry

We welcome and encourage applications from individuals from all groups, including aboriginal, women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities, regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, creed, family status, national origin, age and gender.

Hiram Walker & Sons Ltd. is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process or wish to view our accommodation policies, please contact the Human Resources Department at

Thank you for your interest in Pernod Ricard and its subsidiaries, Corby Spirit and Wine Limited and Hiram Walker & Sons Ltd. All resumes submitted will be reviewed by our recruitment team and kept on file for six months in consideration for this and future opportunities. Please note that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Please do not contact provincial offices directly as all recruitment is coordinated through the Corporate Office in Toronto.

Job Posting End Date:

Target Hire Date: 2023-10-01

Target End Date:

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