Quality Assurance

Who we are
Since starting with a single family-owned artesian spring in Canada, Flow has grown rapidly. And our commitment to providing naturally alkaline, naturally delicious spring water without the plastic bottle has grown as well. As a Certified B Corporation, Flow meets the highest social and environmental standards. From our 100% recyclable, 68-75% renewable packaging to our mínimal use of natural resources, Flow works to provide sustainable hydration and to protect our planet for generations to come.

Who you are
As a reliable, diligent team member - you’re looking for a new career with room to growwhile producing sustainably packaged products that are good for the planet

What you’ll do day-to-day
- Assure that the product conforms to the finished product specification.
- Provide detailed written information relating to the quality of the product and process.
- Adjust batch for Mix and Blend Operator as needed to satisfy specification requirement.
- Perform organoleptic test on both raw and finished product.
- Perform micro testing, chemical and physical analysis on raw and finished product.
- Maintain and organize all QA records.
- Assist in set-up analytical programs for lab equipment
- Inspect transfer, mixing and processing equipment to ensure proper cleaning and quality practices.
- Perform testing on incoming ingredients per the ingredient sampling program.
- Participate in sensory evaluation.
- Perform QA Incubation/Packaging technician tasks as needed
- Operate pH meter including calibration and maintenance
- Monitor the temperature of the incubation rooms
- Conduct finished product testing according to the requirement
- Assure that product conforms to post-process pH standards
- Responsible for creating and updating daily incubation reports.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area
- Maintain and create organized QA records from the production floor and on the computer
- Perform package integrity checks to confirm the aseptic condition of Tetra Pak containers including visual and destructive tests of the package.
- Assure that the product conforms to the finished product specification
- Provide detailed oral and written information relating to quality of the product, package, and process
- Monitor package, case code, and cap placement
- Ensure that correct fiber, case code and package code are used
- Approve the case code before the production run. Make sure that cases are stacked sequentially, and the case code is legible
- Inspect and validate CIP’s with titrations on Tetra Pak filling machines and UHT to ensure proper cleaning and quality practices
- Ensure that proper safety and quality protocols are being followed
- Ensure that any deviations in package integrity or product quality are properly placed on hold
- Collect incubation samples and place them on the appropriate shelves
- Other duties as assigned

Your qualifications
- Strong technical knowledge in area of responsibility
- Strong math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division)
- Strong decision-making skills, training skills, problem analysis skills, teamwork, creativity
- Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds frequently
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent specializing in Food Science, Quality Assurance or related field
- 1 year of relevant experience, preferably in a food/beverage manufacturing setting

**12 hours shift 3.5 days a week (fulltime) either**:
**Morning Shift Team C**:
Thurs (6h)
Friday to Sunday (12h) 7am to 7:30pm
Or

**Night Shift Team D**:
Thus (6h hours)
Friday to Sunday (12h) 7pm to 7:30am
The position is for 12 to 18 months

**Benefits**:

- Extended Life and Medical Insurance including Dental and Vision
- 2 Weeks vacation per year