Compliance Administrator

Ag Growth International Inc.; Lethbridge; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ag Growth International Inc. is seeking a diligent Compliance & Quality Administrator to join our Alberta operations. You will ensure adherence to the Quality Management System, maintain registrations for ISO 9001, Transport Canada, ULC and CSA, and support internal and external audits.

You will manage data retention, traceability, MTR retrieval, and calibration/training records, while documenting CAPAs and driving continuous improvement in a regulated manufacturing environment in Lethbridge.

Qualifications

• Experience in compliance or QA in regulated manufacturing.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, Transport Canada, CSA, and ULC.
• Strong document management and filing skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Enforce QMS standards in daily activities.
• Maintain registrations for ISO 9001, Transport Canada, ULC, CSA.
• Facilitate internal, client, and third‑party audits.
• Oversee data retention and traceability of materials and components.
• Support CAPA and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate calibration and training recordkeeping.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Quality assurance

Document control

Auditing

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

ISO 9001

Audit software

Job description

• Standard Enforcement: Work strictly within the established Quality Management System to uphold organizational standards.
• Listing Management: Assist in maintaining active registrations and certifications for ISO, Transport Canada, ULC, and CSA.
• Audit Facilitation: Serve as a key representative and facilitator during internal, client, and third-party regulatory audits.

Data, Traceability & Material Compliance

• Data Retention: Oversee the secure archiving, retrieval, and legally compliant retention of all quality documentation.
• Traceability Compliance: Monitor and verify component-level and product-level traceability across production stages.
• MTR Retrieval: Locate, retrieve, and validate Material Test Reports (MTRs) to ensure raw materials meet exact project specifications.

Operational Compliance & Training

• Calibration Compliance: Track, schedule, and document the calibration of all tools, gauges, and laboratory equipment.
• Training Compliance: Monitor employee training records to ensure all personnel meet mandatory regulatory and operational certifications.
• Non-Conformance Tracking: Assist in documenting deviations, corrective actions (CAPA), and continuous improvement initiatives.

The above is intended to describe the general content of the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties or responsibilities.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in a compliance, quality assurance, or technical administrative role.
• Proven experience working directly with ISO management systems (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Hands‑on experience navigating highly regulated environments, specifically dealing with Transport Canada, ULC, or CSA standards.
• Document Control: Exceptional organizational skills with experience managing complex digital and physical filing systems.
• Attention to Detail: High accuracy in auditing technical sheets, calibration certificates, and material reports.
• Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills to effectively interface with external auditors and internal teams.
• Problem Solving: Ability to identify compliance gaps and proactively implement corrective actions.

Health and Safety

• Understand applicable Environmental, Health & Safety policies and procedures in the workplace.
• Report unsafe conditions to your supervisor/manager and/or a JHSC member immediately.
• Report injuries, accidents, illnesses, near misses, property damage to your supervisor/manager and/or a JHSC member immediately.
• You may be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in a manufacturing environment (i.e., safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, high visibility vests, etc.).

Working Conditions

Physical Environment:

• Requires use of office equipment including phone/switchboard, postal machine and copier.
• Will be required to converse with other individuals such as, vendors, shipping and purchasing team members.
• Risk of repetitive motion injuries or musculoskeletal strain.
• At times will be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment when entering the production floor.
• May be exposed to noise, dust and hot/cold temperatures when in the production area.
• While the work is primarily independent, it will require cooperation with interdepartmental teams and external stakeholders.
• Communication will be essential for managing vendor interactions, whether in person or over the phone

Effort Requirements

Physical Effort:

• Move and lift objects of up to 15 pounds
• Moderate amount of time sitting

Mental & Cognitive Effort:

• Verbally converse with other individuals
• Use of office equipment including telephone, personal computer, calculator, copy and fax machine.
• Ability to audit, evaluate, and report concerns and recommendations.

Pace & Productivity Expectations:

• Ability to react to fast pace demands

AGI is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.