Food Quality Control Technician

Socket.dev; Calgary; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 90 days

Food perks

Life insurance after 90 days

Professional development

Job summary

Fresh Prep in Calgary, Alberta is seeking a Quality Assurance / HACCP-focused professional to join our production team. You will complete HACCP paperwork, perform daily sanitation and quality checks, and ensure adherence to food safety standards in a fast-paced facility.

The role involves collaborating with team leads to resolve production or quality issues, maintaining calibration logs, and training staff on HACCP procedures.

Qualifications

• College degree required or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety practices.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Complete and verify HACCP paperwork and quality checks.
• Maintain sanitation, facility, and quality records.
• Identify and hold damaged or non-conforming product with the manager.
• Collaborate with team leads to address production or quality issues.
• Maintain weekly equipment calibration logs.
• Monitor cooler temperatures regularly.
• Train team members on Food Safety and HACCP procedures.
• Report quality concerns to the Quality Assurance Manager.

Education

College degree

Job description

Who We Are

Join Fresh Prep — a dynamic leader revolutionizing how Canadians experience food through sustainable meal kit delivery. As one of Canada's fastest-growing companies and a certified B Corporation, we're committed to making it easier for people to eat well and live better.

We're proud to be recognized as a workplace where innovation meets impact. Our numerous accolades — including BC's Top Employers 2025, placement on The Globe and Mail's prestigious Canada's Top Growing Companies list and recognition as one of Deloitte’s Best Managed Companies — reflect our commitment to excellence in both customer experience and employee satisfaction. Our collaborative culture brings together passionate food lovers, sustainability champions, and tech innovators who are reshaping the future of food delivery.

Who You Are

• Positive Attitude-You approach work in a cheery and optimistic way

• Reliable & Dependable-You like to see a job well done and will ensure that things are done the “right” way. You show up for all scheduled shifts on time and ready to work

• Self Starter-You are comfortable owning a task from start to finish and you take the initiative to make continuous process improvements. You observe strict deadlines and hold yourself accountable for your deliverables

• Collaborative Team Player-You are motivated by collaborative team task achievement and driving a results-oriented culture

What You'll Be Doing

• Complete and verify HACCP paperwork and quality checks (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly)

• Ensure HACCP forms are accurate and complete

• Complete daily sanitation, facility, and quality check records

• Identify and hold damaged or non-conforming product with the manager

• Collaborate with team leads to address production or quality issues

• Maintain weekly equipment calibration logs

• Monitor cooler temperatures regularly

• Conduct routine swabs and collect samples for third-party lab testing

• Inspect work-in-progress and finished product daily

• Oversee lot tracking and cooler/freezer organization

• Support and maintain HACCP-based food safety plans

• Train team members on Food Safety and HACCP procedures

• Ensure sanitation standards are met and cleanup procedures are followed

• Report quality concerns to the Quality Assurance Manager

• Follow up on incomplete or inaccurate HACCP paperwork

• Continuously look for opportunities to improve production practices

• Support other facility areas to ensure Good Manufacturing Practices are upheld

• Other duties as required

What We Are Looking For

• College degree (High school diploma or equivalent will still be considered)

• Prior HACCP Training

• Some knowledge of produce or food quality to help assess and ensure high standards

• Previous quality control or quality assurance experience is a plus and will help you thrive in this role

• Comfortable with physically active work—you’ll need to lift up to 40 lbs regularly and be on your feet for extended periods, stooping, squatting, bending, twisting, and walking throughout your shift

What You Can Expect

• Annual salary of $49,000

• A schedule of Tuesday - Saturday from 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm

• Working in an environment where temperatures range from under 4 degrees Celsius to ambient room temperature

• An energetic, inclusive workplace where your voice matters and your contributions drive real impact

• Comprehensive health benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance after 90 days

• Exclusive food perks that let you experience our amazing products

• A culture that celebrates innovation, encourages professional development, and supports work-life balance

• The opportunity to be part of a certified B-Corporation making a tangible difference in sustainable food systems

Fresh Prep is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and prohibits discrimination of any kind. We value diversity at our company and at all job levels our goal is to be diverse, inclusive and representative of the communities we operate in. We endeavour to recruit, develop and retain the best talent from a diverse candidate pool and truly believe that diversity, equity and inclusion among our team members is vital to our success as a company. We trust that in applying for a role with us you value this as well!

Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalized folks tend to only apply when they check every box. So if you think you have what it takes, but don’t necessarily meet every single point on the job description, please still get in touch. We’d love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.

At Fresh Prep, we work with a variety of ingredients, including common allergens like peanuts, tree nuts, and dairy. Whether you’re in one of our corporate functions or within the production facility, you may be exposed to these ingredients. If you have concerns—especially around allergens or meat—please let us know during the hiring process.