QA Technician (Plastics) - FEV

Humanly; Feversham; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive training provided

Growth opportunities

Stable, full-time employment

Team-oriented environment

Sustainability focus

Job summary

Ice River Sustainable Solutions is hiring a Quality Assurance Technician for our Feversham site. You will help maintain product quality, food safety, and regulatory compliance throughout our plastics manufacturing process.

In this hands-on role, you will perform inspections, conduct lab testing, document results, and support continuous improvement across Production, Maintenance, and Quality teams. The position operates on a 12-hour continental rotation with a competitive hourly wage.

Qualifications

• Experience in Quality Assurance or sanitation in manufacturing is an asset (not required).
• Experience in plastics manufacturing, lab testing, thermoforming, bottle or preform production is an asset.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation

Communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Independence

Willingness to learn

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Job description

At Ice River Sustainable Solutions, we are building more than products. We are building careers with purpose. As a proudly Canadian, family-owned leader in sustainable manufacturing, we transform 100% recycled plastic into innovative solutions used across North America. Sustainability is not just something we talk about; it is built into everything we do.

We move fast. We solve problems. We take pride in doing meaningful work that makes a real impact. We invest in our people, promote from within, and create real opportunities for growth across our organization.

If you are someone who rolls up your sleeves, thinks creatively, and is ready to grow with a company that is redefining sustainable manufacturing, this could be your next move.

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.

Please let Ice River Sustainable Solutions know if you require accommodation during the hiring and selection process and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements. Ice River Sustainable Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, we welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ2S+ persons.