Quality Assurance Coordinator

Marina del Rey Foods; Laval; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Summer hours (reduced hours on Friday)

Parking on-site

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Quality Assurance Coordinator to uphold the highest standards in food safety and quality. In this pivotal role, you will implement and maintain QA best practices to ensure compliance with CFIA and FDA regulations. You will work closely with a small team, training warehouse staff and managing supplier communications to uphold quality control. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about food safety and eager to contribute to a family-owned business that values teamwork and quality. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and have a keen eye for detail, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant experience in the food industry required.
• Strong understanding of food safety regulations and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Preventive Control Plan and quality documents.
• Conduct inspections and handle supplier and consumer complaints.
• Train warehouse employees on food safety and hygiene.

Skills

Ability to handle multiple priorities

Knowledge of regulatory requirements (GMP, HACCP, FDA FSMA)

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in food science

Bachelor’s degree in nutrition

Bachelor’s degree in microbiology

Job description

Marina Del Rey Foods Inc./ MDR Brands Inc. is a frozen seafood/ dry grocery distributor located in Laval, QC (Greater Montreal Area). We are a family owned medium size company. We are looking for a new skilled QA coordinator! We are a team of 4 and work together closely, as well as independently!

Please feel free to reach out to me for any questions.

POSITION: QUALITY ASSURANCE COORDINATOR

PURPOSE: Facilitate the implementation/maintain of QA best practices within the organization to support compliance with CFIA and FDA regulations and Preventive Control Plan in place. The QA COORDINATOR will ensure procedures are followed, train warehouse employees for food safety and quality/rotation FIFO/Hygiene, support QA activities and personnel within the warehouse, accommodating requests for food safety and quality, and communicate with suppliers to maintain the supplier approval program and with consumers for complaints.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure Preventive Control Plan is followed and maintained.
• Maintain and review quality documents for each supplier and/or each order.
• Inspect and verify imported and/or distributed goods (due diligence).
• Inspect returned/damaged goods and approve returns.
• Conduct supplier verification: arrange laboratory sample and conduct sensory evaluation.
• Handle complaints and communicate with supplier and consumer/customer.
• Support and train warehouse employees for FIFO rotation and hygiene of the warehouse.
• Provide information for artwork and review artwork/approve artwork proofs from suppliers.
• Prepare finished product specifications.
• Prepare labelling information and review prepared labels/artworks.
• Supervise third party packing and/or production.
• Maintain record keeping of all quality related activities.
• Conduct monthly Internal Audit for the BRC plant.
• Replace QA Technician for production as a back-up.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by Director of Quality.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in food science, nutrition, or microbiology.
• 2 years of relevant experience within the food industry.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and organize tasks.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements within the food industry including GMP, HACCP, FDA FSMA, and CFIA/Health Canada requirements.

HEALTH AND SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to work in distribution and/or manufacturing conditions and strong knowledge of Health & Safety.
• Physical requirements: standing, walking, carrying or lifting up to 20 lb in ambient and/or freezer warehouse.

SALARY & BENEFITS:

• $50,000 - 55,000 / year
• Summer hours (reduced hours on Friday)
• Parking on-site

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Quality Assurance

Industries

• Food and Beverage Services