QA/QC Technician - Nutraceutical industry

Herbaland Naturals Inc; Richmond; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nutraceutical company located in Richmond is seeking a QA/QC Technician to oversee quality processes and ensure compliance with food safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Food Sciences and demonstrated leadership skills. Responsibilities include issuing CoAs, conducting quality checks, and ensuring GMP compliance. This role requires full-time availability in the office from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Experience in the nutraceutical or food related industry.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Skilled in quality processes and statistical techniques.

Responsibilities

• Issuing CoAs for logistic and shipping department.
• RM qualification and collecting documents from suppliers.
• Conducting daily inspections and quality checks.

Skills

Leadership skills

Decision-making skills

Excellent English communication

Ability to work independently

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Sciences

Diploma in Food Science

Tools

Measurement and test equipment

Job description

Summary

The QA/QC Technician is responsible for being the leadership resource to Quality team members, providing knowledge, motivation, support, and advice. QA/QC Technician encourage team effort and supportive attitudes between workers.

Core Competencies

• Experience in the nutraceutical or food related industry.
• A bachelor’s degree in food sciences.
• Self-motivated with proven leadership skills
• Must have the ability to make sound judgment and good decisions regarding quality and wholesomeness of product.
• Able to prioritize/adjust quickly to changing work environment with minimal supervision to meet changing plant needs.
• Solid decision-making skills.
• Excellent English communications skills (verbal, written, listening, conveying messages)

Job Duties

• Issuing CoAs (for logistic and shipping department)
• RM qualification and collecting all documents from suppliers
• Suppliers’ qualification and risk assessment
• NON-GMO project
• Register of plastic and glass on monthly base
• Sharp object control
• Food defense coordinator
• FSUP/FSMA (international suppliers)
• Packaging specification for each product
• Mandatory and additional training for both facilities
• Daily task assigned by QC/QA supervisor (releasing on hold products, customer complains, etc.)
• Cleaning verification coordination
• Coordinating of RM testing
• DCR reports
• Pre-operation sanitation inspection
• Multi-quat range testing
• ATP swabbing
• Environmental testing, each month collecting water, air and swabs samples and send to lab
• GMP weekly check list
• Packaging quality check
• Collecting samples from packaging
• Mock recall
• Verification of all QC reports
• Thermohydrometer calibration
• Take samples for environmental testing monthly
• Act as back up QA in the absence of QA/QC supervisors
• Other related duties as assigned by the QA/QC supervisor

Requirements

• Possession of Diploma or University Degree in Food Science.
• Skilled in quality processes and statistical techniques.
• knowledgeable about measurement and test equipment.
• Knowledge of a range of Regulatory Requirements, Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Good knowledge of quality control statistics and documentation, as well as adherence to standard operating procedures.
• Be able to work independently, as well as being a strong team player
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Have a good attendance and safety record.
• Full time Monday to Friday, in office availability required

Work Conditions

• Fast paced environment with changing priorities
• High degree of flexibility and adaptability to take up additional duties and cross training
• Occasional overtime

In person interview during normal business hours are required.

The successful candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Record Search prior to starting.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Herbaland provides equal employment opportunities in all its recruitment and selection processes. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without any discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors prohibited by law.