QA Technician (Plastics) - FEV

Ice River Sustainable Solutions; Feversham; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Comprehensive training provided

Opportunities for growth and promotion

Stable, full-time employment

Sustainability and quality focus

Job summary

Ice River Sustainable Solutions in Feversham is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to join our plastics manufacturing team. In this hands-on role, you will perform inspections, laboratory testing, documentation, and process verification to ensure products meet our standards and regulatory requirements.

This full-time position operates on a 12-hour continental rotation with a pay rate of $24.46 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in QA or sanitation in manufacturing or food processing is preferred.
• Experience with plastics manufacturing is a plus.
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and SQF is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality inspections and laboratory testing on raw materials, WIP, and finished products.
• Collect samples and verify product quality and regulatory compliance.
• Calibrate and maintain quality testing equipment.
• Complete traceability records, corrective actions, and non-conformance reports.
• Participate in GMP, HACCP, SQF audits and support food safety programs.
• Train production staff on quality standards.
• Drive continuous improvement with Production, Maintenance and Quality teams.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Laboratory testing

Documentation

Problem solving

Independent work

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Are you passionate about quality and take pride in ensuring products meet the highest standards? Ice River Sustainable Solutions is looking for a Quality Assurance Technician to join our Feversham team.

In this hands-on role, you'll play an important part in maintaining product quality, food safety, and regulatory compliance throughout our plastics manufacturing process. Working closely with Production, Maintenance, and Quality teams, you'll perform inspections, laboratory testing, documentation, and process verification to help ensure our products consistently meet customer and company standards.

This position works a 12-hour continental rotation.

Pay Rate: $24.46/hour

What You'll Do

• Perform quality inspections, testing, and analysis on raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished products
• Collect samples and complete laboratory testing to verify product quality and compliance
• Calibrate and maintain quality testing equipment
• Complete quality documentation, traceability records, corrective action reports, and non-conformance reports
• Identify, isolate, and document non-conforming materials or products
• Participate in GMP, HACCP, SQF, and internal quality audits
• Support sanitation verification and food safety programs
• Train production employees on quality standards and best practices
• Work collaboratively with Production, Maintenance, and Quality teams to drive continuous improvement
• Complete additional duties as required to support plant operations

What We're Looking For

• Previous Quality Assurance and/or sanitation experience in a manufacturing or food processing environment is considered an asset
• Experience in plastics manufacturing, laboratory testing, thermoforming, bottle or preform production is an asset
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and SQF programs is considered an asset
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word
• Strong attention to detail with excellent documentation skills
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills—we're happy to train the right candidate!

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to bend, crouch, kneel, lift, and carry materials throughout the shift
• Comfortable working safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while following all health, safety, food safety, and quality procedures

Why Join Ice River Sustainable Solutions?

• Competitive hourly wage
• Comprehensive training provided
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Stable, full-time employment
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Be part of a company committed to sustainability, innovation, and producing high-quality products

If you're detail-oriented, enjoy working in a manufacturing environment, and want to build a career in Quality Assurance, we'd love to hear from you.