QA Specialist

MediPharm Labs; Barrie; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cannabis production company in Barrie is looking for a Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist to support the Quality Management System. The role involves ensuring compliance with GMP, creating quality documentation, and collaborating with teams to address quality-related issues. The ideal candidate has a BSc in a science field and 1-2 years of QA experience in regulated industries.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years quality assurance experience in GPP/GMP manufacturing fields.
• Capable of multi-tasking with minimal supervision.
• Excellent critical thinking and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the QA Manager in managing the Quality Management System.
• Ensure compliance with various regulations and standards.
• Create product quality release documentation.

Skills

Quality assurance experience

Strong computer skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Education

BSc or Diploma in a science-related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Veeva eQMS

Job description

MediPharm Labs offers a professional and collaborative workplace culture in a leading-edge facility built to international pharma standards. Our company is a recognized leader in the Cannabis industry, having won numerous cannabis and entrepreneurial awards. Our growing team of scientists, technicians, engineers, and business professionals delivers quality and innovation through research, discipline, and forward thinking.

Position Overview

The Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist (QMS) will support all aspects of Quality Management System at the site level as directed by the Quality Assurance Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting the QA Manager in managing the Quality Management System (QMS)
• Ensuring the day‑to‑day QA tasks related to Veeva eQMS are carried out
• Creating product quality release documentation such as Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Certificate of Conformance (CoC) and Certificate of Manufacturing (CoM)
• Reviewing product documentation to ensure proper GDP, GPP and GMP procedures were complied with during product manufacturing
• Communicating with clients, suppliers and stakeholders to coordinate quality documentation and ensure GMP and GPP compliance is followed
• Working with MPL staff to ensure Deviations, CAPAs and Change Controls are completed within the required timelines, including leading biweekly meetings with relevant departments to ensure timely completion of tasks
• Ensuring compliance with the Cannabis Act, Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA), Narcotics Control Regulations (NCR), GPP/GMP, HACCP, and other relevant legislation and standards
• Enforcing established SOPs and all health & safety protocols and workplace policies to ensure consistent quality of all cannabis products, including but not limited to dried cannabis, cannabis extracts, and edible cannabis
• Assisting in investigation of quality‑related issues and preparation of quality‑related reports (CAPA, Deviation, Change Control and Investigation)
• Assisting with Product Complaints log and investigations
• Other duties as assigned by the QA Manager

Academic/Educational Requirements

• BSc or Diploma or degree in a science-related field and/or relevant industry experience

Required Skills/Experience/Knowledge

• Minimum 1–2 years quality assurance experience in GPP/GMP manufacturing fields, preferably within pharmaceutical, legal cannabis, food industry or any other relevant industry
• Capable of multi‑tasking with minimal supervision
• Strong computer skills; proficiency with MS Office Suite, especially Excel
• Knowledge of quality assurance terminology, methods, and tools
• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage time, set priorities, and multi‑task
• Excellent attention to detail
• Experience with technical report writing and scientific documents is considered an asset
• Must possess excellent communication skills for liaising and communicating with internal departments
• Excellent critical thinking, problem solving and decision‑making skills
• Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal)
• Team player, works well with others, able to take direction
• Motivated to work in a dynamic and fast‑paced team environment
• Prior experience with Veeva or other eQMS is considered an asset

MediPharm Labs is committed to providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please contact 705-719-7425 ext. 1080.

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