Quality Assurance Coordinator

Shift: night shift - Sun to Thursday 10:00PM to 6:00AM

Company Overview

Made Better isn’t just a claim; it’s our Dare promise

At Dare our dedicated team works passionately to uphold our tradition of excellence, innovation and quality in every aspect of our operations. Our state‑of‑the‑art facilities utilize advanced technology to ensure consistency and quality while meeting the evolving needs of our consumers and customers

Position Overview

This role will be based out of our Kitchener manufacturing facility and will be responsible for quality activities on the Midnight shift (10pm – 6am Sun‑Thurs), in addition to supporting the overall development and maintenance of the site Quality Systems. The successful applicant for this opportunity has knowledge of SQF and/or other GFSI, knowledge of HACCP, is a strong communicator, highly organized, and capable of working independently or in a team environment. This role will also include any ad‑hoc activities required of the Quality Department and may require work on off‑shifts as well.

Responsibilities

- Own site GMP program

- Perform and coach Operators on quality testing

- Maintain Quality and Sanitation Programs (i.e. recipe control, document control, allergen validations, EMP program, swabbing, etc.), complying to all Regulatory, Corporate and Customer requirements

- Lead cross functional Food Safety Team, holding team members responsible for follow‑up and corrective actions

- Administer Hold and Release programs

- Support any on floor Quality / Food Safety incident investigations

- Host daily Food Review, and participate in Daily Production Meeting where required

- Investigate and respond to all critical consumer complaints and provide monthly statistical data

Qualifications

- College or Bachelor degree in Food Science Technology/Engineering or related field

- 3 – 5 years relevant working experience in a food manufacturing environment

- Broad range of experience with Operational Systems and GMP Programs

- Strong knowledge of SQF or similar GFSI programs

- HACCP and Food Safety practical and theoretical knowledge

- Strong technical writing skills, with experience developing Quality Programs

- Knowledge of the principles of Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing would be considered an asset

- A history of meeting and exceeding challenging performance goals; a desire to “win”

- Ability to perform tasks effectively both individually and as a member of a team

- Ability to multi‑task

- Strong skills in Word, Excel to manage and analyze quality data

Total Rewards Package: Our Total Rewards package reflects the investment we make in our employees to help them and their families achieve their well‑being goals. Total Rewards at Dare Foods includes a competitive base salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits and retirement programs. In addition, we offer paid time off, career development opportunities as well as reward and recognition programs.

At Dare Foods Limited, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive, accessible, equal‑opportunity environment that welcomes all individuals from all backgrounds because we know it will make our company a better place to work. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment.

We want to thank all candidates in advance for their interest; only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we cannot confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.

How to Apply

To apply, kindly ensure that the subject line reads “Quality Assurance Coordinator - (2025-2003)”, attach your resume and send to:

- hrresumes@darefoods.com

Please apply by: Monday, December 1.

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