Quality Assurance Coordinator

Cronos GrowCo; Kingsville; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a committed Quality Assurance professional to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to contribute to a rapidly growing sector, ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, focusing on customer service excellence and leading by example. With opportunities for personal and professional growth, this position is perfect for those passionate about agriculture and innovative technology. Join a company that values integrity and creativity while making a significant impact in the cannabis industry.

Benefits

Dental care

Employee assistance program

Extended health care

Life insurance

On-site parking

Paid time off

Vision care

Qualifications

• 3+ years in quality assurance in pharmaceutical or food industries.
• Knowledge of Cannabis Regulations is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely review and approval of documents and records.
• Participate in investigations of product incidents and complaints.
• Train personnel and ensure adherence to SOPs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to follow strict operating procedures

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Adaptability to new technology

Integrity and work ethic

Education

University degree in science or related discipline

Tools

ERP systems

Laboratory portals

Quality Management Systems (QMS)

Job description

At Cronos Growing Company (GrowCo), we are focused on developing and retaining a motivated and highly skilled team. We are working towards building one of the strongest brands in the global cannabis industry. We are in the process of building a world-class, high-functioning team. The working environment will provide several great opportunities for growth and career development.

We are looking for talented people with a passion for agriculture and the cannabis industry, an excitement for innovative technology and research, and a thirst to learn. Want to get involved? We want to hear from you!

Summary:

If you value ethics, love finding creative solutions, and have a passion for compliance, then this is the job for you! Reporting to the Quality Manager, the ideal candidate will be committed to customer service excellence and leads by example.

Job Duties:

• Ensuring timely review, follow-up, and approval of documents, and product batch-related records.
• Review and approve batch records and Certificates of Analysis ensuring that product meets quality and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in investigation of deviations, product incidents and complaints, ensuring that all investigations are thorough, complete, identify root cause, and have appropriate CAPAs assigned.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of QA documentation, adhering to Good Documentation Practices on all applicable documents related to GPP.
• Prepare and Review SOPs and WIs to ensure continuous compliance.
• Responsible for oversight and control of non-conforming product - suspect lab results, processing issues, etc.
• Utilize systems including ERP, Laboratories portals and QMS for day-to-day functions.
• Work in a team environment to ensure all Quality job functions are covered.
• Support QA Technicians on their sampling and on the Laboratory submissions.
• Track and report performance indicators.
• Train personnel.
• Ensure that all staff are always adhering to facility SOPs and GPP.
• Assist with the maintenance of QA monitoring programs, including audits, controls, and other qualifiers.
• Assist with the analysis, verification, validation activities, and formal design reviews, as applicable.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of work experience in a quality assurance role in pharmaceutical, food, or related industry.
• University degree in science or related discipline (chemistry, biology, pharmacology).
• Knowledge of Cannabis Regulations/SOR-2018-144 and other regulatory requirements is an asset.
• Experience with an organization regulated by HACCP or experience in a similarly regulated environment (GMP, GAP, GPP).
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to follow strict operating procedures.
• Ability to work individually as well as part of a team.
• Ability to adapt to new technology.
• Dedication to safety measures and best practices.
• Ability to prioritize and manage conflicting demands.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• High level of integrity and work ethic.

Your Environment:

• Overtime as required.
• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.
• Must be able to achieve or have achieved a security clearance as defined under the Cannabis Act.

We are actively recruiting for this position and will contact applicants whose qualifications align with the job requirements.

NOTE: Job Description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Cronos GrowCo supports a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals in the job application process.

Job Type: Full-time.

Pay: $50,000.00-$60,000.00 per year.

Benefits:

• Dental care.
• Employee assistance program.
• Extended health care.
• Life insurance.
• On-site parking.
• Paid time off.
• Vision care.

Flexible language requirement:

• French is not required.

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday.

Work Location: In person.