Quality Assurance Specialist (Distribution)

Pattison Food Group; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 76,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension plan

Free parking

Opportunities for development

Job summary

Pattison Food Group Ltd. is Canada's largest Western-based provider of food and health products, with nearly 300 locations and 30,000 employees.

We are seeking a full-time Quality Assurance Specialist in Edmonton, AB, reporting to the Manager of Quality Assurance. You will verify inbound perishable products meet safety and quality standards, document findings, and collaborate with QA partners, merchandising, and supply chain teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a relevant field such as microbiology, food science, public health or equivalent.
• 2–5 years of experience in food safety, quality assurance, auditing, supply chain, compliance or fresh produce inspection.
• Experience with QA in wholesale or retail environment strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of HACCP and GFSI-recognized standards is an asset.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Proficiency with reporting systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Verify inbound perishable products meet Pattison’s safety and quality specifications by measuring key metrics and following sampling/testing programs.
• Investigate and document all quality inspection findings using required forms and systems.
• Communicate with QA partners, merchandising and supply chain teams to resolve issues and maintain standards.
• Interact with CFIA regarding inspections, detentions and recovery programs.
• Maintain and enforce the established Quality Assurance program to ensure top safety and quality of produce.
• Support continuous improvement to uphold Pattison Food Group’s high standards.

Skills

Quality assurance

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Investigations

Education

Bachelor's degree in microbiology

Bachelor's degree in food science

Bachelor's degree in public health

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Come join Pattison Food Group Ltd., a Jim Pattison business, and Canada’s largest Western-based provider of food and health products.Pattison Food Group Ltd. is a certified Great Place to Work and consists of Save-On-Foods and other well-known grocery banners. With nearly 300 retail locations, we proudly employ nearly 30,000 team members .We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Quality Assurance Specialist to join our Quality Assurance team in Edmonton, AB at our TCL Warehouse.Reporting to the Manager, Quality Assurance , you will be responsible for ensuring that the inbound and outbound perishable products meet Pattison Food Group’s quality standards within the supply chain. In this role, you will help integrate and maintain processes regarding produce quality to ensure compliance with all regulatory and PFG requirements.This is a 24/7 facility. The shift times are Tuesday to Saturday from 3:00pm to 11:00pm and may be adjusted according to business needs.You will be responsible for:Verifying that all inbound perishable products consistently meet our specifications for safety and quality by measurement of key metrics and adherence to sampling and testing programs.Investigating and documenting all quality inspection findings with appropriate forms and systems on a daily and ongoing basis.Continuously communicating with various Quality Assurance partners as well as merchandising and supply chain teams.Interacting with CFIA with respect to inspections, detentions and recovery programs.Ensuring adherence and maintenance of our established Quality Assurance program.Ensuring Pattison Food Group delivers produce of the highest safety and quality standards.You have:A bachelor’s degree in microbiology, food science, public health or other relevant discipline.2-5 years of experience in food safety, quality assurance, auditing, supply chain, compliance, fresh produce inspection or grading.Experience with quality assurance and/or control activities within a wholesale or retail environment.Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.Knowledge of food safety and quality management systems, including HACCP and GFSI-recognized standards is considered an asset.The ability to stand for long periods of time, and life up to 50lbs on a repetitive basis.The ability to work for long periods of time in a multi-temperature warehouse environment that ranges from ambient to refrigerated temperatures.You are:An effective communicator, both written and verbal, with the flexibility to adapt to various audiences and stakeholders.Able to work independently and as part of a dynamic team in a fast-paced multi-temperature warehouse environment.Analytical and curious and able to investigate issues, determine root causes, and recommend solutionsWhat we offer:In addition to a highly competitive salary , we offer a great range of benefits , a company pension plan, free parking, exclusive team member offers, and opportunities for development and career progression.If you’re looking to join a team that puts people first, you’re in the right place. Apply online today!IND6Compensation Details:$75,509.00 - $94,387.00The compensation offered for this position will take into consideration location, education, skills, experience and other factors.