Quality Assurance Specialist

**Primary Responsibilities**:

- Develop, maintain, and implement preventive control plans, SOPs and related forms to ensure compliance with the Cannabis Act and Regulations
- Develop, maintain, and implement programs to support GPP’s and continuously improve the QA program to mitigate risk to the consumer and the business
- Develop and implement training programs to support the implementation of SOPs
- Complete deviation/incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action/preventive action (CAPA)
- Complete equipment evaluations and validations as required
- Complete finished product label verification for compliance to regulations
- Complete internal audits to ensure compliance to SOPs
- Participate in external audits and inspections including but not limited to Health Canada inspections
- Review certificates of analysis (COA) and internal laboratory test results for compliance to specification
- Assist with the development and validation of analytical testing methods
- Complete daily document review, and/or verification of forms, reports, and SOPs
- Ensure all controlled documents in use are current and secured in accordance with good manufacturing practices
- Provide support and coverage for the QA Technician as required
- Other duties as assigned

**KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED**:

- 4+ years of experience in Quality Assurance in agriculture, food manufacturing, or pharmaceutical industries is required
- Proficiency in English is required
- Previous experience working in Quality Assurance activities in regulated cannabis companies is considered an asset
- Bachelor of Science in Microbiology, Plant Science, Plant Biotechnology, Agronomy, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field is considered an asset
- College Diploma or certificate in Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs and Quality Operations, Quality Assurance, or related field is considered an asset
- Experience with regulatory agencies such as Health Canada or Canadian Food Inspection Agency is considered an asset.
- Experience with Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), Risk Assessments and/or Preventive Control Plans is considered an asset
- Internal auditor certification or training is considered an asset
- Exceptional attention to detail and skilled in precision work
- Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong computer skills and intermediate experience with Microsoft Office

**ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Capable of working efficiently independently under mínimal supervision and succeed in team environments
- Ability to follow strict SOPs
- Ability to conduct independent research on cannabis, industry best practices, and relevant standards and regulations
- Ability to stay focused and complete repetitive and routine tasks
- Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions
- Capable of lifting 50 lbs. and ability to work in warm, humid greenhouse-like conditions
- Capable of working in adverse conditions including high intensity lighting and constant background noise
- Ability to work in an indoor environment with high levels of cannabis plant material that may include allergic reaction inducing substances such as pollen
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment including but not limited to eye protection, gloves, hair nets, surgical masks and/or respirators
- Ability to work occasionally outside of core business hours to meet the needs of the business including weekends is required
- Must be able to pass a criminal record check and undergo Health Canada security clearance
- Must be able to obtain Health Canada approval for Quality Assurance Person (QAP) or Alternate Quality Assurance Person (AQAP) designation
- Knowledge of the Cannabis Act and Regulations is considered an asset

Delta 9 values the diversity of the individuals we hire and serve. All applicants, including those who require disability accommodation, will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, religion, colour, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. Delta 9 actively works to identify and eliminate discriminatory barriers in the workplace.

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

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Store discount
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

Application question(s):

- What is your Bachelor's Degree in?

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (required)

**Experience**:

- Quality Assurance: 4 years (preferred)
- Health Canada or Canadian Food Inspection: 1 year (preferred)
- Microsoft Office: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- HACCP Certification (preferred)
- Q