Food Quality Control Technician

Thank you for your interest in Intercity Packers. We are always looking for qualified people to join our team who share our passion for integrity, quality, safety, sustainability, accountability and trust. We are dedicated to our customers and committed to our people. We believe in treating each other with respect and working as a team to get things done right. Does this sound like you? See our job opening below.

Intercity Packers is the largest meat/seafood distribution company in Western Canada and part of the Gordon Food Service (GFS) Canada group of companies, which has been recognized by Forbes magazine to be among Canada's Best Employers in 2023.

As our innovative business continues to grow rapidly, we are seeking a Food Quality Control Technician at our Edmonton location. This individual will be responsible for ensuring that food products meet established quality standards. They will be involved in all stages of the production process, from receiving raw materials to final packaging, and will work closely with other departments to identify and resolve quality issues. Job requirements will include 75% of on-floor monitoring and 25 % office work.

Schedule: Monday to Friday. Based on business needs, this individual needs to be available for the following shift times: 5am-1:30pm/6am-2:30pm/7am-3:30pm. May be occasional weekends and statutory holiday shifts.

Wage: $22/hour

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Ensure continuous improvement and adequacy of quality control systems to support business and customer expectations.

• Adheres to safe work practices. 

• Participate in  the on-going development of the quality control program.

• Monitor the employees for compliance with GMPs/GWPs and company standard operating procedures. 

• Train the employees on company food handling policies to increase their awareness of GMPs and food safety.

• Routinely monitor processing and finished product for acceptance to target or specifications.

• Conduct daily, weekly and monthly internal inspections. Report findings to relevant departments; following up on the corrective actions to ensure their timely completion.

• Perform pre-operational checks (when required) and environmental swabbing. Communicate any findings to the Manager/supervisor.

• Communicate effectively with different departments to report any non-Conformances eg. product quality, GMP etc.

• Perform daily quality inspections, evaluation of retained sample, random product inspection, returned product inspection, newly developed product shelf life.

• Collect product samples for micro testing.

• Ensure all daily records are completed accurately and within time before submission.

• Help in investigating internal/external customer complaints.

• Handle confidential information in a professional and sensitive manner.

• Other related duties as directed by Quality Control Manager/Supervisor

Skills and Qualifications:

• A minimum BSc degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Food Processing, Engineering or similar.

• Minimum 1 year of food safety experience in QA and/or food production preferred but not a requirement.

• Strong knowledge of HACCP, SFCR and GFSI requirements (preferably (SQF/BRC), PCQI, HACCP, or related certifications in auditing or equivalent experience considered a strong asset.

• Proficient computer knowledge required.

• Time management skills and strong attention to detail.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills including grammar and composition; 

• Must be physically able to stand for long periods of time, sit, kneel, climb, crouch, and lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

Work Conditions:

• Must be able to work in all areas of the plant as well as the office environment and production floor. Some exposure in a high noise environment. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is occasionally exposed to wet, hot, extreme cold, and/or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts.

Intercity Packers offers a range of benefits, including: 

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits (including vision, prescription drugs, disability, and extended health coverage)
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Matching Program
• Annual Profit Sharing Bonus
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Company-sponsored events (Family Picnic, Staff Celebration, BBQs)
• Training opportunities
• Annual Safety Boot Allowance Program 
• Full-time hours
• A team-oriented work environment
• Special employee discounts on meat and seafood products

At Intercity Packers Meat & Seafood, we believe in good food and good people. Over the past five (5) decades, we have cultivated a rich history of bringing customers high-quality, innovative and carefully sourced meat and seafood products along with the best customer service. Our unwavering mission to provide customers with the best is reflected in our motto, "Yes, we do"

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted.  Intercity Packers is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people.  All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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