QA Technician

Concord, ON

Job Duties:

• Execution of Quality Systems and Programs, including program compliance and training at the bakery level
• Manages product specifications and documentation
• Responsible for Quality testing including examining raw materials, process and finished products to ensure they comply with quality and food safety standards
• Conducts sampling for microbiological and/ or analytical testing and sensory evaluation
• Accountable for preparation and participation in all internal/ third party/ CFIA and/or FDA audits
• Conducts GMP inspections and internal audits
• Completes various quality reporting tasks including trend analysis, shift reports and non-conformance
• Supports and drives a strong culture of Food Safety and Quality within the bakery
• Partners with the operations teams working collaboratively to deliver against our business goals

In order to be successful in this role, you should:

• B.A. Sc./Diploma in Food Science, Microbiology, process engineering or related discipline.
• Flexibility to work days, afternoons and nights on a biweekly, rotating schedule
• 2 to 5 years’ experience in a food safety and quality or sanitation in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of HACCP/FSMA/SFC, food industry GMP’s, GFSI, BRC Standards, Quality, Regulatory requirements and basic food microbiology
• Functionally competent in MS Office programs in particular Excel previous experience with SAP is an asset

Benefits:

·       Wage rate starting at $22/hour (plus $1-1.50 premium 6pm-6am)

·       Full benefits package including health, dental and pension

·       Unionized work environment