QA Tech

From our humble beginning in 1917 to being one of the largest privately owned, value-added protein providers in Canada, our commitment to supplying high-quality products has been the core of our success. With a portfolio that includes a full line of poultry, beef and pork products, we service a long list of customers in both retail and food service from our Waterloo, ON and Langley, BC facilities.

**QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN**

Reporting to the Quality Assurance Supervisor, Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for implementing food safety, quality program and policies effectively, providing positive evidence, which lead to the production of safe quality foods. Expected to participate in food safety and quality initiatives/projects and lead as an example for plant populations on food safety, quality standards. Will be responsible for following established food safety and quality procedures.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Quality Assurance functions for meat-based protein processing environment (beef, poultry, and pork).
- Perform process control tasks including pre-op, in process tests and end product testing as per SOP.
- Maintain and calibrate testing equipment (e.g. metal detectors, fat analyzer etc.).
- Monitor process control standards. Work with plant operations to ensure standards are met.
- Assist plant operations, trouble shoot process concerns, return process to in control status.
- Inspect raw material and ingredients for compliance.
- Prepare monthly summary reports.
- Communicate key information to all stakeholders and QA team members.
- Participate in training programs for relevant food safety & HACCP procedures, product quality requirements, equipment & process technology.
- Contribute to the overall Health and Safety of yourself and all team members.
- Participate in JHSC initiatives and follow established policies as outlined in the Health and Safety policies.
- Must be able to ingest/taste meat products (beef, pork and chicken) for quality control purpose.
- Other duties as required.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- A degree or diploma in science is preferred.
- Post-secondary education or equivalent food manufacturing QA experience in lieu of education.
- Food related experience in a similar environment preferred.
- Knowledge and understanding of Operation, PCP, and QA systems.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Good Computer and MS Office skills.

**WORK ENVIRONMENT**
- Wet and cold

**BENEFITS**
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care / Extended health care / Vision care
- Life, AD&D and Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Employee Family Assistance Program
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match

**Education**: Preferred
- Some college or better in Biochemistry or related field