Quality Specialist

Description:
Not remote-will be working at site.

HM is looking for the following:
On-the-line/shop floor activities.
Hold and release/control of non-conforming product.
- Regular line checks, metal detection checks and ATP swabbing.
- Monitoring Allergens and responsible for microanalysis and allergen testing on the necessary products and raw materials.
- While ensuring that all products conform to customer specifications and food safety requirements.
- Regular follow-up with Non - Conformance Requests and Customer Complaints.
- Performing Root Cause Analysis and Preventive control plans accordingly.
- Managing sanitation, pest control, corrective action and quality training as well as follow up on daily production issues

Under the direction of the Quality Supervisor, this role will be responsible for performing scheduled and unscheduled quality audits, inspection and testing of products, as well as audits to the building and equipment infrastructure for the purpose of achieving manufacturing goals, Food Safety and quality standards, consumer/customer expectations and Regulatory requirements.
The Quality Specialist will rotate on Continental 12 hour shifts.

The Quality Specialist is required to cover for absences/vacation so may occasionally have to change shifts to support the Quality Team.

The primary responsibilities of the position are:

- To continuously tour the manufacturing lines auditing the documentation and testing done by production operators following the internal procedures in order to release the product to the market. This documentation includes: HACCP records, GMP records, net content control, hold and release, specifications, traceability records.
- Interact with operators and Production Supervisor to troubleshoot, escalate and take corrective actions if any quality of Food safety deviation is found during the walks.
- Fill out and file checklists with the information gathered during the shift.
- Spot checks product in warehouse or returned goods.
- Tests metal detectors and check weigher's to ensure correct function.
- Verifies incoming packaging materials against specifications.
- Any other duties as assigned by the Department Supervisor.
- Use the plant’s internal database to obtain current forms and work instructions.

**Qualifications**:

- Diploma/Degree/Certificate in Quality Assurance.
- 2+ years industry experience in Quality Assurance preferred.
- Experience in the Food Manufacturing industry preferred.
- Exposure to Quality Systems is preferred, e.g. HACCP, ISO, FSSC22000, etc.
- Strong computer skills (Proficient in Word and Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Strong communication skills coupled with the ability to read and write English proficiently.
- Demonstrated interest and concern for quality and keen observation skills.
- A keen desire to learn.
- Ability to work independently
- Must be a strong performer who demonstrates reliability, an excellent attendance record, excellent team work and strong self-directed individual and group work ethic.
- Team player with a positive attitude, working well with others.

Job specific requirements and working conditions:

- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with varying levels of noise and temperatures and with requirement to wear PPE such as safety shoes, ear plugs, hair net and safety glasses.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment and capable of the defined physical activities (walk long distances and climb stairs several times a day).

Competencies/Abilities:
These are key observable/measurable skills, knowledge and behaviors required that contribute to successful performance in the position.
- Flexible with an exceptionally high ability to prioritize tasks and daily work activities in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated ability to make decisions, work independently and deal with multiple issues at any one time.
- Organized, able to handle pressure and can react quickly to changes, and demonstrates ability to “think-on-your-feet”.
- Strong communication and employee relations skills
- Good diplomacy & conflict management
- Demonstrated analytical and planning skills
- Leadership and teamwork skills.
- Results orientated.

**Job Type**: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

**Salary**: $15.00-$20.00 per hour

Schedule:

- 12 hour shift

**Experience**:

- quality assurance: 2 years (required)
- HACCP/ ISO: 1 year (preferred)
- Manufacturing Environment: 2 years (preferred)