QA Technician (f/m/d)

000456 Capol Inc.; Longueuil; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg Group in Longueuil, QC, is seeking a Quality Assurance Analyst to perform materials and finished product analyses and ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, and safety standards. You will release materials in SAP, manage lab inventory, and train staff on quality practices.

The ideal candidate holds a DEC in Food Process Technology or a related bachelor’s degree, with 2+ years in QA or lab analysis and proficiency in SAP.

Qualifications

• DEC in Food Process Technology or Bachelor’s degree in food science, chemistry, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in quality assurance or laboratory analysis in food industry preferred.
• Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems for material release and data management.
• Strong understanding of GMP, HACCP, and other quality and safety regulations.
• Experience with Halal, Kosher, and regulatory certification processes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough analysis of raw materials and finished products, including flavors, colors, coatings, and Vivapigments, to ensure they meet established quality specifications.
• Generate accurate and timely Coa’s for all finished products.
• Release raw materials and finished products in SAP.
• Review and keep quality documents up to date.
• Manage laboratory inventory and order necessary supplies to support ongoing lab operations.
• Ensure lab equipment is regularly verified and calibrated.
• Assist the quality manager with customer requests and updating supplier records.
• Reporting and following up on nonconformities, supplier complaints, and customer complaints.
• Follow the schedule and perform routine environmental tests, equipment inspections, etc.
• Perform GMP inspections and other quality checks.
• Train staff on quality standards and best practices, providing continuous education on various quality topics.
• Review supplier management program, update supplier list and related documents (questionnaires, specifications, certificates).
• Maintain HACCP, Halal, Kosher, and FSSC 22000 certifications.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and problem resolution.
• Conduct quality training for new hires and annual staff refreshers.
• Facilitate communication across departments to support quality objectives.
• Assist during internal and external audits.
• Provide support to the Quality Manager as needed.

Skills

Quality assurance

Laboratory analysis

SAP

Regulatory compliance

GMP/HACCP

Data analysis

Bilingual—French & English

Education

DEC in Food Process Technology

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or Chemistry

Tools

SAP

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough analysis of raw materials and finished products, including flavors, colors, coatings, and Vivapigments, to ensure they meet established quality specifications.
• Generate accurate and timely Coa’s for all finished products.
• Release raw materials and finished products in SAP.
• Review and keep quality documents up to date.
• Manage laboratory inventory and order necessary supplies to support ongoing lab operations.
• Ensure lab equipment is regularly verified and calibrated.
• Assist the quality manager with customer requests and updating supplier records.
• Reporting and following up on nonconformities, supplier complaints, and customer complaints.
• Follow the schedule and perform routine environmental tests, equipment inspections, etc.
• Perform GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) inspections and other quality checks.
• Train staff on quality standards and best practices, providing continuous education on various quality topics.
• Ability to review the supplier management program, including updating the supplier list and managing related documents (questionnaires, specifications, certificates).
• Maintain HACCP, Halal, Kosher, and FSSC 22000 certifications.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and problem resolution.
• Conduct quality training for new hires and annual staff refreshers.
• Facilitate communication across departments to support quality objectives.
• Actively participate in and assist during internal and external audits.
• Provide support to the Quality Manager as needed, assuming key responsibilities in their absence, and any related tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• DEC in Food Process Technology, Bachelor’s degree in food science, Chemistry, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in quality assurance or laboratory analysis, preferably in the food industry.
• Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems for material release and data management.
• Strong understanding of GMP, HACCP, and other quality and safety regulations.
• Experience with certification processes such as Halal, Kosher, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in French and English

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion.

Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 51,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.