Quality Assurance Specialist

Malabar Ingredients; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Malabar Ingredients, a key player in food manufacturing, seeks a Quality Control Technician in Mississauga. This role focuses on maintaining quality standards and compliance with safety regulations while supporting the improvement of food safety programs. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in food chemistry and be skilled in inspection processes and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in food manufacturing.
• Experience in a laboratory setting with experimental design is preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of HACCP and ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily Pre-Op and GMP inspections.
• Assist with training on Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Investigate quality concerns and follow up on corrective actions.

Skills

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Post-secondary degree in Food Chemistry

Job description

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FOOD MANUFACTURING / DISTRIBUTION EXPERIENCE A MUST.

PURPOSE

The Quality Control Technician is responsible for maintenance and monitoring of Quality Assurance, Food Safety, and HACCP Programs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to) :

• Focusing on continuous improvement, provide ongoing support with Malabar’s Quality and Food Safety programs including HACCP;
• Conduct daily Pre-Op inspection and GMP inspection;
• Verify sanitation and allergen changeover procedures. Assist with annual validation;
• Conduct weekly scale checks and monthly thermometer checks;
• Ensure that all records, procedures and processes, packaging, chemicals, and equipment are in compliance with applicable government regulations;
• Conduct daily checks of incoming raw materials and finished blends. Provide immediate feedback to operations and purchasing personnel;
• Assist with training, re-training, and any additional follow-up for all employees on Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Safety, and HACCP Principles;
• Perform monthly environmental monitoring swabs and submit periodic spice / blend samples for micro-analysis verification;
• Perform weekly sanitation swab testing;
• Investigate quality concerns with customers and suppliers; resolve and follow-up on corrective actions;
• Update and maintain Kosher and Halal certificates;
• Assist Product Development with blending and development of new formulations according to customer requirements;
• Maintain test center facility and equipment;
• Order laboratory supplies as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Post-secondary degree in Food Chemistry or equivalent from an accredited college or university;
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in food manufacturing;
• Experience within a laboratory setting including hands-on experience with experimental design and requirements;
• Thorough knowledge of industry standards (i.e. HACCP, ISO, SR & ED, etc.);
• Working knowledge of quality practices and procedures and the ability to coordinate and maintain a HACCP Program;
• Strong mathematical and computer skills;
• Knowledge of labeling regulations and guidelines;
• Thorough understanding of existing raw materials and their functionalities;
• Solid understanding of production processes and procedures, including plan and office.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Exceptional time management and organizational skills are a must;
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral;
• Able to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization as well as with customers;
• Strong interpersonal skills;
• Attention to detail is essential;
• Able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and resolve discrepancies in a reasonable amount of time.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of the job, the incumbent is regularly required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. Incumbent often works under pressure and time constraints.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Quality Assurance

Food Production

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