Junior QA Specialist

Cannapiece; Pickering; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

CannaPiece Corp. is seeking a Junior QA Specialist in Pickering, ON to support the Quality Assurance team in a licensed cannabis manufacturing environment. You will review production records, manage controlled documents, and coordinate training and calibration activities.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, organizational skills, and a willingness to learn cannabis regulations, GDP standards, and quality management systems to ensure regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Pharmacy, Food Science, or a related scientific or technical discipline.

Responsibilities

• Support material receipt, review, and release processes, ensuring required documentation is complete and accurate.
• Maintain and organize controlled documents and quality records, in both electronic and hardcopy formats, ensuring accuracy, completeness, traceability, and accessibility.
• Coordinate periodic review of controlled documents and assist with SOP development, revision, and implementation.
• Assist with the document management system implementation and maintenance, coordinating with IT and other departments.
• Coordinate and maintain employee training records, including training on new and revised SOPs.
• Prepare and issue batch production records and other controlled documentation for Production.
• Review batch records, equipment logs, and quality documentation for GDP compliance.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining deviation reports, change controls, specifications, SOPs, and other quality docs.
• Support preparation and execution of quality protocols and technical reports as required.
• Monitor equipment calibration and preventive maintenance, coordinating activities and records.
• Elevate documentation discrepancies and non-compliance issues to Quality personnel.
• Collaborate with Production to ensure GPP, GMP and regulatory compliance.
• Assist with CAPA activities and track associated actions under senior Quality support.
• Provide administrative support to QAP and Quality team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Written communication

Communication skills

Education

Biology

Chemistry

Microbiology

Pharmacy

Food Science

Related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

AtCannaPiece,we believe that each employee is a key factor in our success. We are proud of what we do and are excited to be expanding our team.

You would be joining a growing and exciting industry in which we plan to play a significant role. Regardless of which department of our team that you work for, you are part of the entire team, and your contribution will be a key factor for our overall success.

Our companyhas been built on the philosophy of helping others and supporting the people and communities who have built andmaintainthe strength of our industry. We are looking for the best and brightest to join our talented team and be part of a challenging and rewarding experience atCannaPiece.

Job Title : Junior QA Specialist

Location: Pickering, ON

Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 to 4:30 PM

Compensation:$42,000.00

About the role:

The Junior QA Specialist supports the Quality Assurance team in maintaining quality systems, documentation, and regulatory compliance within a licensed cannabis manufacturing environment. Working closely with Production and Quality personnel, this role assists with reviewing production records, maintaining controlled documents, coordinating training records, monitoring equipment calibration and preventive maintenance schedules, and supporting material release activities.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a willingness to learn and develop their knowledge of cannabis regulations, Good Production Practices (GPP), and quality management systems.

Responsibilities:

• Support material receipt, review, and release processes, ensuring that required documentation is complete and accurate.
• Maintain and organize controlled documents and quality records, in both electronic and hardcopy formats, ensuring accuracy, completeness, traceability, and accessibility.
• Coordinate the periodic review of controlled documents and assist with the development, revision, and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Support the implementation and maintenance of document management systems and tools, coordinating with IT and other departments as required.
• Coordinate and maintain employee training records, including training on new and revised SOPs.
• Prepare and issue batch production records and other controlled documentation required by Production.
• Review batch production records, equipment logbooks, and other quality documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Assist in preparing and maintaining deviation reports, change controls, specifications, SOPs, and other quality-related documentation.
• Support the preparation and execution of quality protocols, technical reports, and other documentation as required.
• Monitor equipment calibration and preventive maintenance schedules, coordinating activities and maintaining associated records.
• Identify and elevate documentation discrepancies, quality concerns, and potential non-compliance issues to appropriate Quality personnel.
• Collaborate with Production and other departments to support compliance with GPP, internal procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Assist with quality investigations, corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities, and the tracking of associated action items, under the direction of senior Quality personnel.
• Provide administrative and technical support to the Quality Assurance Person (QAP) and other Quality team members as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Job Requirements:

• Post-secondary education in Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Pharmacy, Food Science, or a related scientific or technical discipline.
• Up to one year of relevant experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, such as cannabis, pharmaceutical, food, or natural health products, is an asset.
• Familiarity with Good Production Practices (GPP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), or quality management systems is an asset.
• Knowledge of the Cannabis Act, Cannabis Regulations, and applicable quality requirements is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, documentation integrity, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow established procedures, identify discrepancies, and exercise sound judgment in escalating issues.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn and develop technical knowledge.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Must be willing to undergo a background checkin accordance withlocal laws and regulations. Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

CannaPiece expresses diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourages applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds, so that CannaPiece reflects the communities and customers that we serve.

CannaPiece is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage women, minorities, indigenous peoples, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.

CannaPiece is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. Accommodations may be provided in all parts of the hiring process.

Message from Employer regarding use of AI in the recruitment process: Our applicant tracking system does provide a rating for each application received for a job p osting. However, CannaPiece has determined that this rating does not provide an accurate depiction of a candidate's suitability for a role and each application is reviewed on its merit. No additional AI is used in the recruitment process.