Product Safety and Quality Assurance (PSQA) Coordinator

Darling International Canada Inc.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Health and Dental Benefits

Pension Plan

Educational Assistance Programs

Scholarship Programs

Job summary

Darling International Canada Inc. is seeking a PSQA Coordinator to support product safety and quality initiatives.

Reporting to the Product Safety & Quality Assurance Manager, you will oversee laboratory analyses, communicate results, and help maintain the integrity of QA programs. This 14-month full-time contract requires collaboration with operations, CFIA inspectors, and customers to verify compliance, run audits, and document deviations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in a relevant science field.
• 1–3+ years in QA, product safety, or regulatory affairs.
• Experience in food/agriculture/processing industry is an asset.
• Strong communication, analytical and data interpretation skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in laboratory and health & safety programs, identifying issues and corrective actions as required.
• Ensure products and analysis processes meet product quality and safety standards prior to shipment.
• Communicate product deviations to leadership and operations team and provide recommendations for corrective action as needed.
• Prepare customer documentation that is timely, accurate, and professional.
• Generate laboratory results that are accurate and precise and ensure the timely data entry of all samples and records.
• Ensure internal and third-party product testing is performed according to established schedules and sampling programs to ensure compliance with regulatory and customer requirements.
• Ensure laboratory inspections, calibrations, and preventative maintenance activities are completed according to schedule, taking corrective action where available.
• Complete product safety program monitoring, verification activities, deviation investigation, record review & inspection documentation as required.
• Support HACCP plans, prerequisite programs, and documentation maintenance.
• Identify trends related to product safety and opportunities for continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide support with CFIA inspectors, third party auditors, and customers and assist with internal audits.
• Report matters pertaining to product safety and quality.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

University degree or college diploma in Chemistry, Microbiology, Food Science, Agriculture, Quality Assurance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Darling Ingredients is a global leader in providing natural and sustainable ingredients for the food, feed and fuel sectors. Conducting business as Darling International Canada Inc. in Canada, Darling operates six processing facilities across the country and is Canada's largest provider of rendering and recycling services to the food industry. Darling provides essential services to the food industry through the efficient and environmentally responsible management of collecting, processing and converting by-products into ingredients for the animal feed, pet food, aquaculture, fertilizer and biofuel industries. We are committed to environmental sustainability, superior quality, and excellent customer service.

Position Summary :

Reporting to the Product Safety & Quality Assurance Manager, the PSQA Coordinator will play a key role in supporting and executing the product safety and quality vision of Darling International Canada Inc. The role will ensure the effective execution of laboratory analysis and communication of results, while supporting the laboratory quality and PSQA Programs

This is a 14-month Fulltime contract role.

POSITION TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Analytical Lab

• Participate in laboratory and health & safety programs, identifying issues and corrective actions as required.
• Ensure products and analysis processes meet product quality and safety standards prior to shipment.
• Communicate product deviations to leadership and operations team and provide recommendations for corrective action as needed.
• Prepare customer documentation that is timely, accurate, and professional.
• Generate laboratory results that are accurate and precise and ensure the timely data entry of all samples and records.
• Ensure internal and third-party product testing is performed according to established schedules and sampling programs to ensure compliance with regulatory and customer requirements.
• Ensure laboratory inspections, calibrations, and preventative maintenance activities are completed according to schedule, taking corrective action where available.
• Complete product safety program monitoring, verification activities, deviation investigation, record review & inspection documentation as required.

HACCP Plans

• Support the implementation, verification, reassessment, maintenance and storage of HACCP plans, prerequisite programs, and supporting documentation.
• Support the monitoring and verification of product safety programs and facility practices, and appropriate actions to ensure the integrity of the HACCP system.
• Identify trends related to product safety (foreign material, complaints, non-conformances, etc.) as well as opportunities for continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide support when working with CFIA inspectors, third party auditors, and customers and assist with internal audits.
• Report matters pertaining to product safety and quality.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work in a laboratory and production environment with varying temperatures, noise levels, and processing odors.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional outdoor work in all seasons and at heights.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• University degree or college diploma in Chemistry, Microbiology, Food Science, Agriculture, Quality Assurance, or a related field.
• 1 to 3+ years of experience in Quality Assurance, Product Safety, Regulatory Affairs, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in the food, agriculture, or processing industry is considered an asset.
• Strong commitment to health and safety and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a laboratory environment.
• Strong communication skills, including verbal, written, and email communication.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and communicate findings effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with strong attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Positive, professional attitude and strong work ethic.

WE OFFER:

• Life Insurance, Disability, Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Health and Dental Benefit Plan
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Educational Assistance Programs and, Scholarship Programs

Darling Ingredients is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities where our facilities are located. We actively seek qualified individuals with demonstrated skill and knowledge to deal with all aspects of diversity in a manufacturing environment. Darling Ingredients is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with provincial accessibility legislation. The Human Resources Contact responsible for this position will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available on alternate format on request.

This job posting is for a current vacancy within our organization.

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