Cannabis QA Specialist: Quality, Compliance & Audits

Cronos Group; Collingwood; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

Cronos Group, a global cannabinoid company, is seeking a QA Specialist based in Stayner, Ontario, to support product release in Canada and international markets. You will lead batch record reviews, supplier quality, audits, CAPA, and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS).

This role requires 3+ years’ QA experience, HACCP/PCP knowledge, and familiarity with Health Canada Cannabis Regulations and GMP. Travel and cross-functional collaboration are part of the duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor level degree required or equivalent in a relevant field.
• 3+ years of experience in a similar QA role in a regulated industry.
• Knowledge of HACCP and Preventive Control Plan principles.
• Knowledge of Health Canada Cannabis Regulations, GMP, and related acts.
• Experience with QA records, deviations, CAPAs, batch record review, and audits.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint, and QA documentation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with laws and regulations for cannabis products released to Canada and international markets.
• Develop and execute procedures to support the Quality Management System.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions (CAPA) initiatives.
• Conduct complaint and deviation investigations and ensure CAPA closure.
• Review QA records including deviations, CAPAs, batch records and label approvals.
• Liaise with suppliers and contract manufacturers to ensure quality requirements.
• Assist in product recalls and government inspections and audits.
• Author HACCP and Preventive Control Plans and support export QA activities.

Skills

Quality Assurance

HACCP & Preventive Control Plans

Regulatory compliance

Quality metrics & KPIs

Problem solving & root cause analysis

Documentation & SOP writing

Education

Bachelor of Science or equivalent

Job description

Cronos Group, a global cannabinoid company, is seeking a QA Specialist based in Stayner, Ontario, to support product release in Canada and international markets. You will lead batch record reviews, supplier quality, audits, CAPA, and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS).

This role requires 3+ years’ QA experience, HACCP/PCP knowledge, and familiarity with Health Canada Cannabis Regulations and GMP. Travel and cross-functional collaboration are part of the duties.