Associate, Quality Assurance

Auxly; Staples; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Paid vacation time

Personal days

Yearly bonuses

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Auxly is seeking a Quality Assurance Associate to join our Leamington, Ontario team. This role supports the quality and compliance of cannabis manufacturing operations, collaborating with Production and Quality to ensure every product meets regulatory requirements and customer expectations.

We welcome candidates early in their quality career and offer training for the right person with strong work ethic and keen attention to detail. Rotating day and afternoon shifts are available.

Qualifications

• 1 year of QA/manufacturing experience or in a related production role.
• Post-secondary education in Science, Quality Management, Engineering, or Biotechnology.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to procedures.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proactive problem-solving and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming materials and perform quality checks.
• Support production readiness through line clearance and cleaning verification.
• Conduct in-process testing and sampling to ensure product quality.
• Review batch records for accuracy and completeness.
• Identify and escalate quality concerns and compliance issues.
• Assist with deviations investigations and quality events.
• Support development and improvement of SOPs and work instructions.
• Participate in audits with Quality leadership.
• Promote a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Take on additional responsibilities and special projects as needed.

Job description

Leamington, ON $23.00 - $24.38/hour Rotating Day & Afternoon Shifts

Auxly is an international cannabis company dedicated to bringing innovative, effective, and high-quality cannabis products to the medical, wellness and adult-use markets. Auxly's experienced team of industry first-movers and enterprising visionaries have secured a diversified supply of raw cannabis, strong clinical, scientific, and operating capabilities and leading research and development infrastructure in order to create trusted products and brands in an expanding global market

Help Shape the Quality Behind Canada's Leading Cannabis Products

Are you detail-oriented, curious, and passionate about ensuring products meet the highest standards? Auxly is looking for a Quality Assurance Associate to join our growing team in Leamington, Ontario.

In this role, you'll be a key contributor to the quality and compliance of our cannabis manufacturing operations. Working closely with Production and Quality teams, you'll help ensure every product meets regulatory requirements, internal standards, and customer expectations before reaching the market.

Whether you're beginning your quality career or looking to build on existing manufacturing experience, we'd love to hear from you. We're willing to train the right candidate with a strong work ethic, eagerness to learn, and a keen eye for detail.

What You'll Do

As a Quality Assurance Associate, you'll play an important role throughout the manufacturing process by:

• Inspecting incoming materials and completing quality checks before they're approved for use.
• Supporting production readiness through line clearance and cleaning verification activities.
• Performing in-process testing and product sampling to ensure quality standards are consistently met.
• Reviewing production and batch records for accuracy and completeness.
• Identifying and escalating quality concerns, non-conformances, or compliance issues.
• Monitoring the implementation of approved process changes and new product launches.
• Working within quality management and enterprise software systems to document and track activities.
• Assisting with investigations related to deviations, complaints, and quality events.
• Supporting the development and continuous improvement of SOPs, forms, and work instructions.
• Participating in internal and external audits alongside Quality leadership.
• Promoting a culture of quality, safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Taking on additional responsibilities and special projects as needed.

What We're Looking For

We're open to a variety of backgrounds and experiences. You may be a great fit if you have:

• <1 year of experience in Quality Control, Quality Assurance, manufacturing, or a related production environment; or
• Post-secondary education in Science, Quality Management, Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures consistently.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous learning.

What Will Give You an Edge

The following qualifications are considered assets:

• Experience using ERP, QMS, or other manufacturing software systems.
• Previous experience working in a GMP, GPP, pharmaceutical, food, or regulated manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of the Cannabis Act and cannabis industry regulations.
• Experience participating in audits, investigations, or quality improvement initiatives.

Why Join Auxly?

• Competitive hourly compensation.
• Paid vacation time and personal days.
• Yearly targeted bonuses.
• Opportunities to learn and grow within a highly regulated and rapidly evolving industry.
• Hands-on exposure to quality systems, manufacturing operations, and compliance processes.
• Collaborative team environment that values innovation, safety, and continuous improvement.
• The opportunity to make a direct impact on product quality and consumer experience.

About Auxly

At Auxly, we're committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive culture for all employees.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.