Job Description

Join the VegPro Team!

Vegpro International is a leader in the production of fresh, ready-to-eat packaged salads. We're passionate about innovation, sustainability, and growing with purpose. Our success is built on a strong foundation of collaboration, quality, and excellence--and we're looking for a driven

Quality Manager

to help lead the way.

Being Part of the VegPro Team Means:

Competitive compensation based on experience Access to an annual bonus program Group insurance coverage (including dental) Employee and Family Assistance Program Group RRSP-DPSP with employer contributions Paid professional dues and continued education Involvement in stimulating, large-scale projects A collaborative, team-oriented environment Discounts on salad products and access to product donation programs

The Role

is responsible for optimizing, planning and controlling the operations of the Quality Department on a daily basis, on all shifts according to the established Quality practices. This position ensures standards, processes and departmental performance.

Main Responsibilities:

Optimize and standardize the activities according to established Quality standards and processes

Develop and implement processes, procedures and work methods to ensure the effective use of labour

Work closely with department managers to ensure collaboration and communication between departments

Identify, implement and monitor opportunities for Quality improvements

Manage the Quality program and conduct internal training and audits

Act as a leader for the management and processing of non-compliance files to avoid recurrence and support to different departments with respect to complaints, non-conformities, discrepancies etc.

Carry out root cause analyses and action plans relating to quality indicators

Manage internal and external audits, ensuring that findings are addressed, and corrective actions are implemented in a timely manner

Develop and complete action plans following audits and program updates

Perform validations, monitoring and verifications

Coach employees to improve Quality standards

Supervise, coach and manage performance development for department employees

Plan, approve staffing requirements and participate in recruitment; collaborate in the onboarding of new employees

Assess and ensure the development of skills for department employees and maintain team spirit

Comply and ensure compliance with OHS policies and procedures, good manufacturing practices for food safety and HACCP program

Execute quality improvement projects directly related to quality control activities according to company requirements and established standards

Establish new protocols and improve existing protocols for internal complaints and/or customer requirements

Manage the QMS document control program

Track and monitory Quality KPIs

Embody and display the company core values of Humility, Safety & Integrity, Responsibility, Teamwork and Autonomy

Requirements:

University degree in food science, microbiology or other relevant field

Five (5) years of experience in a similar position, including at least 3 years in management

Experience in the agri-food industry and manufacturing sector

Experience in Primus and Organic Certification is an asset

Proficient in Microsoft office 365(Word, Excel, Outlook)

Functional bilingualism (French and English), knowledge of Spanish is an asset

Knowledge of food safety standards (HACCP, GFSI)

Strong leadership skills including interpersonal, listening and communication skills

Excellent sense of priorities, judgment and urgency

VegPro International is committed to employment equity and diversity. For more information about our company visit www.vegpro.comand http://attitudefraiche.com/en/

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00-$110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Discounted or free food Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking RRSP match Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:

Coldstream, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:

quality assurance: 5 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person