Quality Assurance Coordinator

Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in livestock nutrition as a Quality Assurance Coordinator. You'll ensure compliance with quality standards and collaborate with teams across multiple locations. This role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Learning and Development Programs

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

RRSP Matching

Wellness Programs

Company Events

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience with Food/Feed Safety programs.
• Willingness to travel throughout Ontario and Saskatoon.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and perform internal audits and lead third-party audits.
• Track and share key quality metrics.
• Develop and deliver training plans for quality standards.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Food Safety programs knowledge

Education

Post-Secondary Diploma or Degree in Food Science, Agriculture, Chemistry

Job description

Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited (P&H)

Are you passionate about Canadian agriculture and looking for a rewarding opportunity? Join Parrish & Heimbecker (P&H) and be part of a team that values your dedication and forward-thinking approach!

P&H New Life Mills

Since 1964, New-Life Mills has been a leader in livestock nutrition, providing top-quality feed from our five Canadian facilities. Our expert team ensures optimal nutrition for broiler chickens, eggs, turkeys, beef, dairy, and swine. With a focus on innovation and rigorous quality standards, we’re dedicated to enhancing animal health and productivity. Join us in our commitment to excellence!

Why P&H

We believe in a people-first approach and offer a range of benefits to support your personal and professional growth:

• Learning and Development Programs to help you advance your career
• Comprehensive Health Benefits, including Dental, Vision, and Extended Health Care
• Tuition Reimbursement for your continued education
• Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
• Paid Time Off to balance work and life
• RRSP Matching to help you plan for the future
• Wellness Programs to keep you healthy and happy
• Company Events to connect with your team

Your Role

Location: Cambridge, Listowel, or Denfield, ON

Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, the Quality Assurance Coordinator ensures our quality program meets all regulatory, customer, and FeedAssure standards. This includes scheduling and performing internal audits, leading third-party audits, and addressing findings. You’ll collaborate with Quality Teams across all five mill locations to improve the program and resolve issues, working with Operations and Nutrition on sampling, labeling, and training.

Day to Day

• Check and summarize monthly and annual test results from mills and address any issues with corrective actions
• Attend monthly meetings to address lab issues and update Sampling Plans as needed
• Track and share key quality metrics like Task Matrix scores and other QA data
• Compare finished feed results to label guarantees and report to Nutritionists
• Review and address any issues with in-house testing results
• Perform internal audits and lead external FeedAssure and CFIA inspections
• Update HACCP Plans and SOPs and lead the team on implementing new procedures
• Develop and deliver training plans for quality standards
• Participate in plant Quality Team Meetings, take notes, and assist with troubleshooting and sampling
• Review and approve Corrective Action reports, helping with problem-solving and preventative measures
• Assist in developing testing methods and inspection plans
• Report on the effectiveness of Mill Quality Teams to the QA Manager

Required Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Diploma or Degree in Food Science, Agriculture, Chemistry, or related fields
• Three to Five years’ experience with Food/Feed Safety programs (HACCP / BRC etc) and/or similar Quality Management systems
• Proficiency working in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint
• Willing to travel throughout Ontario (Wyoming, Denfield, Listowel, Inkerman) and Saskatoon, SK, with home base in Southwestern Ontario

Why You'll Love Working Here

At P&H, we value honesty, integrity, and continuous learning. As a family-owned company with over 110 years of history, we offer a supportive and growth-oriented environment. With over 70 locations across Canada and global trade links, we’re committed to your success and development.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re excited about this opportunity and ready to grow with us, apply today! Visit www.pandhcareers.com to learn more and submit your application.

P&H is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects Canadian society. As a result, Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the Employment Equity Act. We welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and visible minorities. Accommodations are available upon request during the recruitment process.