QA Supervisor

One Degree Organics; Mission; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

One Degree Organics is seeking a QA Supervisor to join their Quality Assurance team. This leadership role focuses on overseeing food safety programs and mentoring staff to ensure compliance with quality standards. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Food Science and have significant experience in a quality assurance capacity, demonstrating strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in quality assurance or food safety roles.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards is paramount.
• Experience in supervising or leading a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food safety programs and compliance with GMP, HACCP, BRC.
• Mentor and train Quality Control team members.
• Conduct risk analyses and develop training plans.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Mentoring

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Food Science or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Position: QA Supervisor Reports to: QA Manager

This is an exciting opportunity to join our growing Quality Assurance team as a QA Supervisor. This role is crucial in ensuring that our products consistently meet the highest standards of quality and safety. In this position, under the leadership of our QA Manager, you will oversee and maintain our food safety programs, including GMP, HACCP, BRC, and other audit programs, while also supervising and mentoring a team. You’ll play a leadership role in monitoring compliance and supporting plant employees in maintaining food safety and quality throughout the production process.

Opportunities
As a QA Supervisor, you will play an essential role in supporting our quality control efforts by ensuring compliance with regulatory, customer, and company expectations. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys leading a team and is passionate about food safety and continuous improvement. You will be responsible for identifying issues, troubleshooting problems, and training production staff to maintain our high-quality standards.

Here is who you are…
Drive & motivation

• You are passionate about being analytical and an excellent problem-solver.
• You enjoy mentoring and coaching others
• You are committed to maintaining the quality of food products and protecting consumers.
• You enjoy working in a team and feel equally comfortable working independently.
• You are health-conscious and have values that align with One Degree Organics.

Character & Abilities

• You are highly organized with a keen eye for detail and accuracy
• You are a creative and critical thinker with a solution-oriented mind
• You are a multi-tasker who can prioritize to meet deadlines
• You are a strong communicator who can lead, instruct, and uphold company and regulatory standards with employees.

Knowledge & skills

• You have knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards (HACCP Certificate)
• You have working knowledge of GFSI standards and current government regulations.
• You have solid computer skills including MS Office
• You have knowledge in Hazard analysis, risk assessment, internal auditing, and food safety training employees.
• You have experience in supervising or leading a team in a food safety or quality assurance capacity.

Experience

• You have a Degree in Food Science or equal/relevant education
• You have 2 or more years working in a similar role

Nice-to-Have

• Valid Driver’s license is preferred.
• You have experience working in a manufacturing facility
• GFSI & PCQI certification is an asset

things you will do…

• Develop and implement programs and training plans for HACCP, BRC, FSMA & other quality standards
• Supervise, mentor, and train Quality Control team members, ensuring adherence to food safety protocols.
• Write and review SOPs, SSOPs, and forms to ensure compliance with GMP and BRCGS Requirements.
• Facilitate orientation training and ensure alignment with procedures & policies by updating and monitoring SOP’s, and more.
• Ensure that Document control is maintained and updated in a timely manner.
• Oversee shipping/receiving process timely addressing quality concerns.
• Conduct risk analysis and work collaboratively to solve quality issues leading with appropriate actions
• Work closely with QA Manager to prepare and execute audit schedule ensuring all system are reviewed & corrective actions are closed out.
• Gap Analysis and Assist in implementation of HACCP program
• Assist in ordering lab supplies as needed.
• Support new product development and lead daily GMPs walkthroughs in collaboration with key stakeholders
• Work with departments to assist in employee training & monitor training schedule.
• Other duties as assigned

other…

• You are willing to work flexible shifts to cover for vacations, sick days or leave if required
• You may on occasion work at various times including weekends, as the job requires

Salary - 62,000 - 75,000