ROLE: QA HACCP Technician REPORTS TO: QA Manager LOCATION: Guelph We are looking for a QA Technician to join our Quality Assurance team! Our QA HACCP Technician will perform product/material testing, assist in the maintenance, development, and delivery of quality programs, collaboratively work through issues, develop training plans for programs, ensure procedures are properly carried out related to quality, and more. Opportunities This is a very exciting time for the Quality Assurance team as we continue to grow! In this role, you will have the opportunity to use your creativity and analytical skills to roll out activities, tests, and much more. The main challenge is staying organized in a rapidly growing company while ensuring to follow proper procedures and policies. You will be exposed to many opportunities where you can showcase your talents! Here is who you are… Drive & motivation You are passionate about being analytical and an excellent problem-solver You are an overachiever who strives for results and excellence with great follow-through You enjoy working in a team and feel equally comfortable working independently Character & ABILITIES You are meticulous, process-driven, and uber-organized with a keen eye for detail You are a creative and critical thinker with a solution-oriented mind You are a multi-tasker who can prioritize to meet deadlines You are able to lead, instruct, and communicate company and regulatory standards to employees with different personalities Knowledge & skills You have solid knowledge and understanding of HACCP, GFSI, and regulatory standards You have intermediate or better computer skills including MS Office You understand how to collect and interpret data as part of verification, validation, and continuous improvement Experience You have a Degree/Diploma in Food Science/Food Technology or equal/relevant education You have 3 or more years working in a similar role You have experience performing analytical testing in a food production facility or food testing laboratory You have experience in Root Cause Analysis and troubleshooting complex QA issues Nice-to-Have You have recognized training in food safety management systems (HACCP Manager, SQFP, etc.) Things you will do… Participate in the management of programs, procedures, records, and third-party samples about quality and regulatory requirements. Perform laboratory testing using microbiological, chemical, physical, and organoleptic methods to verify and validate compliance with internal programs and regulatory requirements. Develop and deliver training plans for HACCP, GMPs, and other quality programs. Effectively communicate quality expectations to employees and perform walkthroughs in collaboration with key stakeholders. OTHER … You are willing to work flexible shifts to cover vacations, sick days, or leave if required.
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QA HACCP Technician