Quality Assurance Specialist

Cronos Group Inc.; Stayner; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cronos Group Inc. is seeking a QA Specialist based in Stayner, Ontario, to support product release in Canada and international markets within the Quality Assurance department.

The role focuses on batch record review, supplier quality, audits, CAPA, and maintaining the QMS to comply with governing regulations. Salary range $55,000–$65,000 per year with potential bonuses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or equivalent.
• 3+ years’ experience in a similar QA role.
• Knowledge of HACCP and Preventive Control Plan principles.
• Working knowledge of Health Canada Cannabis Regulations, GMP, and related acts.
• Experience with KPI development and quality metrics.
• Experience with MS Word, Excel, SharePoint, Visio and Access.
• Strong problem solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with cannabis product laws for Canada and international markets.
• Develop and execute procedures to support the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Support problem solving teams using quality principals and tools for root cause analysis, corrective actions, verification and effectiveness.
• Conduct complaint and deviation investigations and ensure CAPA closure.
• Liaise with external suppliers and contract manufacturers and review documentation to ensure quality requirements are met.
• Support audits and inspections, and participate in QMS and supplier audits.

Skills

Quality assurance

Problem solving

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Project management

Education

Bachelor of Science or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

SharePoint

Visio

Access

Job description

Cronos is an innovative global cannabinoid company committed to building disruptive intellectual property by advancing cannabis research, technology, and product development. With a passion to responsibly elevate the consumer experience, Cronos is building an iconic brand portfolio. Cronos’ diverse international brand portfolio includes Spinach®, PEACE NATURALS® and Lord Jones®. For more information about Cronos and its brands, please visit: https://thecronosgroup.com/.

At Cronos Group, we hire talented people who thrive on solving difficult problems and give them the opportunity to hone new skills and approaches. If you want to play a part in shaping an innovative industry and help build a historically significant company, we want to meet you.

As a QA Specialist you will work within the Quality Assurance department to support product release in Canada and International markets. The QA Specialist completes tasks related to monitoring, testing, reporting, and ensuring quality of cannabis product and processes with the Company’s Quality Management System (QMS). This position supports in the area of batch record review, supplier quality, customer complaints, internal and external audits, compliance requirements, metrics and reporting, and maintaining the QMS and applicable governing regulations throughout the Company.

This position is based out of Stayner, ON

What you’ll be doing:

• Maintain compliance with the laws and regulations related to cannabis products released to Canada and International markets
• Develop and execute procedures and processes to support Quality Management System
• Support problem solving teams using quality principals and tools for root cause analysis, corrective actions, verification and effectiveness
• Conduct complaint and deviation investigations, and ensure appropriate Corrective Action and Preventative Action (CAPA) are implemented and closed in a timely manner
• Work with other cross functional groups to review and assess change controls
• Conduct review and support activities related to QA records including but not limited to deviations, CAPAs, batch record review, label approvals, and other related Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Liaise with external suppliers and contract manufacturing organizations and review supplier documentation to ensure Quality and Company requirements are met and maintained.
• Support logistics of product recalls and product returns
• Support government inspections and customer audits
• Participate and facilitate in internal QMS and supplier audits and generate reports
• Author HACCP and Preventive Control Plans
• Conduct QA activities related to export of cannabis
• Participate in process risk assessment activity such as material risk review and FMEA
• Participate in review of global QMS metrics, reporting and trend analysis and help to establish corrective action plans
• Responsible for continual improvement activities to enhance the quality system, such as 5S, kaizen lean methods, etc.
• Complete and prepare appropriate documentation as required i.e., reports, authoring SOPs, and Work Instructions
• Support Quality Systems team with external suppliers and contract manufacturing organizations to ensure Quality and Company requirements are met and maintained, review engineering protocols and equipment/process qualifications and validations where needed.
• Perform other job duties as assigned

Working Conditions, environment & Physical Demands

• Some overtime may be required
• Travel may be required as needed

You’ll need to have:

• Bachelor of Science or equivalent
• 3+ years’ experience in a similar position
• Knowledge of HACCP and Preventive Control Plan principles
• Intermediate knowledge of Health Canada Cannabis Regulations, U.S. Food and Drug Administration Good Manufacturing Practices, and Food and Drugs Act and Regulations
• Working knowledge of edible cannabis safety
• Good understanding of the relationship between Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Production Practices, industry standards and their application to the manufacturing process
• Computer literacy to include knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, SharePoint, Visio and Excel
• Problem solving, project management and effective communication skills
• Background in developing and maintaining Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Quality metrics
• Experience with the use of statistical analysis software is considered an asset
• Communicate effectively in person and in emails
• Critical thinking skills
• Detail oriented
• Work alone and in a team setting
• ASQ certification is not required but considered an asset
• Experience in the cannabis space is beneficial but not required

Salary range: $55,000 - $65,000 (Stayner, Ontario*) per year

The actual compensation offered will be based on factors such as the candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, geographic location, applicable market data, internal equity, and business needs, and may vary within the stated range. This role may be eligible for bonus, incentive compensation, or other variable pay in accordance with applicable company plans.

Cronos does not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools in the screening or selection of applicants.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and people with diverse backgrounds, identities, and cultures. For candidates with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request in all phases of the selection process.