Quality Assurance Technician

**Red Table Foods **is currently looking to for Full-Time **Quality Assurance Technician** for our Production kitchen located at the head office in South Edmonton (3790 98 St NW). Reporting to the Quality Control Manager, the Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for responsible for the daily monitoring/auditing requirements for all outbound products and materials made in assembly area. At all times, ensure the adherence of all policies and procedures with respect to quality are maintained, and report all non-conformance's to the Quality Control Manager.
- **Please note that this position will support a 7-day operation, including weekends.**_

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Examine and inspect containers, materials, and products in order to ensure that packing specifications are met.
- Conduct package quality inspections and audits, and isolate any product that does not meet standards.
- Perform sanitation verification and validation testing.
- Ensure non-conforming material is properly identified and reported in a timely manner.
- Conduct pre-operational inspections to ensure sanitation compliance standards are maintained.
- Identify issues of concern to QC Coordinator or QC Manager.
- Follow and practice GMPs and HACCP protocols. Ensure GMPs are maintained by production and warehouse employees.
- Ensure all standards for sanitation & housekeeping as per Company Standard Operating Procedures’ (SOP) are met.
- Adhere to all quality policies/procedures and regulatory compliance procedures.
- Measure, weigh, and count products and materials.
- Record product, packaging, and order information on specified forms and records.
- Laboratory (physical and chemical) testing of food product.
- Maintain and update all related records, ensure verification as required.
- Perform calibration checks of lab and processing/packaging equipment such as thermometers and weighing scales.
- Ensure that all outbound products consistently meet quality specifications and adhering to sampling and testing procedures.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable legislation and codes in all areas of the manufacturing plant including WCB, HACCP, WHMIS, & Workplace H&S.
- Report potential hazards and unsafe work conditions.
- Other duties as assigned by QC Coordinator or QC Manager.

**Qualifications**:

- High School Diploma, certificates and classes related to Food Science, Food Engineering or similar field is an asset.
- Relevant experience in the food industry or monitoring activities in a manufacturing environment an asset.
- Understanding of food regulatory requirements in Canada and Good Manufacturing Practices.
- A minimum level of Advanced Food Safety Certification that is valid in the province of Alberta is mandatory and must be maintained throughout the course of employment.
- Must be a great team player with outstanding interpersonal skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
- Ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities simultaneously in order to meet deadlines
- Excellent organizational and decision making skills.
- Ability to work effectively and prioritize jobs in a very fast paced work environment.
- Ability to understand and follow a variety of guidelines and work procedures.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work with a high degree of accuracy.
- Effective investigation and technical writing skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment to facilitate and resolve issues.

Red Table is committed to the principle of employment equity. We welcome diversity and encourage all who are qualified to express their interest.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From $18.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Extended health care
- RRSP match

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift

**Experience**:

- Quality assurance: 1 year (preferred)
- Food industry: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person