Coordinator, Quality Assurance

Fresh Start Foods Canada Ltd.; Milton; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresh Start Foods Canada Ltd. in Milton, Ontario is seeking a full-time Coordinator Quality Assurance to join our team. The role supports quality systems, conducts inspections, and drives compliance with GFSI and customer requirements.

Schedule: Sunday through Friday, 9am–5pm with Saturday and another weekday off. Fixed contract for 6 months, with possible extension or permanent hire after the term. Salary: $45,000/year.

Qualifications

• High School / Equivalent and Certification or License as HACCP and/or FDA Preventive Control Qualified Individual.
• Preferred: Bachelor Degree or Diploma in Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related scientific field.
• Minimum of two years of experience in food safety, quality assurance, and/or quality control within manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Ensure continuous improvement and adequacy of quality assurance systems to support business, customer, and regulatory expectations.
• Review daily records, including scale verification, thermometer verification, pH meter calibration, and internal inspection of the facility.
• Assist in reviewing and updating internal policies and procedures to satisfy GFSI, customer, or regulatory requirements.
• Perform regular inspections and reviews to ensure employees adhere to internal policies.
• Participate and assist in various employees’ Food Safety and Quality training, and manage training in the existing platform (e.g., Alchemy).
• Communicate with other departmental personnel to meet food safety and quality compliance, and assist other departments as needed or requested.
• Maintain food safety & quality assurance documentation and records such as supplier information, customer portal maintenance, and product specifications.
• Liaise with the Research and Development department to create new products according to customer demand and industry trends.
• Conduct and report shelf life studies on new and existing products.
• Support the Food Safety & Quality Manager and Supervisor in customer, 3rd party, regulatory, and internal audits.
• Act as a backup for team members when a QA/QC technician is not available.
• Adhere to safe work practices.
• Perform other related duties as directed by the FSQA Manager/Supervisor.

Skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Under pressure

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Verbal and written communication

Education

HACCP Certification / FDA PCQI

Bachelor / Diploma in Chemistry or Microbiology

Job description

Fresh Start Foods Canada Ltd.

Join one of the BEST teams in the Industry

At Fresh Start Foods you’ll find qualified professionals that stand out with their experience and understand that customers are at the centre of everything we do.

We are seeking individuals:

• Who are customer centric
• Who are able to deliver on their commitments
• Who value individual excellence and collective performance
• Who care and give back - sustainable agriculture, the environment, corporate citizenship
• Who go above and beyond to provide options for our customers
• Who understand the foodservice/hospitality/retail business and bring extensive knowledge and experience

Fresh Start Foods Canada Ltd was founded in 1993 to provide Foodservice Customers with a fresh alternative. An outstanding supply network, efficient distribution through our three regional locations, and our thoroughly modern processing plant are all part of our commitment to provide the freshest fruits and vegetables possible.

We are currently seeking a full time Coordinator Quality Assurance to join our team based out of our Milton, Ontario location.

Schedule: Sunday through Friday: 9am - 5pm with Saturday and another weekday off (Depends on the Business Needs).

Fixed Contract: 6 months; possible extension or permanent full time, after the fixed term

Salary: $45,000/year

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure continuous improvement and adequacy of quality assurance systems to support business, customer, and regulatory expectations.
• Review daily records, including scale verification, thermometer verification, pH meter calibration, and internal inspection of the facility.
• Assist in reviewing and updating internal policies and procedures to satisfy GFSI , customer, or regulatory requirements.
• Perform regular inspections and reviews to ensure employees adhere to internal policies.
• Participate and assist in various employees’ Food Safety and Quality training, and manage training in the existing platform (e.g., Alchemy).
• Communicate with other departmental personnel to meet food safety and quality compliance, and assist other departments as needed or requested.
• Maintain food safety & quality assurance documentation and records such as supplier information, customer portal maintenance, and product specifications.
• Liaise with the Research and Development department to create new products according to customer demand and industry trends.
• Conduct and report shelf life studies on new and existing products.
• Support the Food Safety & Quality Manager and Supervisor in customer, 3rd party, regulatory, and internal audits.
• Act as a backup for team members when a QA/QC technician is not available.
• Adhere to safe work practices.
• Perform other related duties as directed by the FSQA Manager/Supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proven time management skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Strong drive to deliver results to customers/management in a timely manner.
• Ability to think fast and make timely decisions on analytical problems, recording as needed to minimize downtime.
• Must be highly organized and able to work effectively and efficiently in a demanding environment with flexibility to changing priorities.
• Must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well with others, independently, and foster teamwork.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Required Education/Certification: High School / Equivalent and Certification or License as a HACCP and/or FDA Preventive Control Qualified Individual.
• Preferred Education: Bachelor Degree or Diploma in Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related scientific field.
• Minimum Experience: Minimum of two years of experience in food safety, quality assurance, and/or quality control within manufacturing.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Fresh Start Foods 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.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to:

For Jobs in British Columbia

[e-mail]

For Jobs in Ontario

[e-mail]

Use the words "Accommodation Request" in your subject line.