Quality Assurance Technician

Mars, Incorporated; Alberta; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pet food manufacturer in Alberta is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to ensure food safety and quality standards. The role involves developing and implementing procedures, documenting processes, and conducting quality control testing. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in food science and relevant experience in a food production facility. The company offers a commitment to safety, competitive wages, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

Free Bag of Premium Pet Food

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of related quality assurance work experience in a GFSI standard food production facility.
• Current knowledge of HACCP and GMP programs.
• Working knowledge of laboratory techniques.

Responsibilities

• Support and implement Safe Quality Foods standards.
• Conduct sampling for finished products.
• Document quality assurance processes.

Skills

Knowledge of food safety programs

Experience in quality assurance

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in food science or related field

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Overview

Champion Petfoods is expanding! We are excited to announce we are looking for a Quality Assurance Technician to join our rapidly growing company.

Champion Petfoods is an award-winning pet food maker with a reputation of trust spanning 35+ years. Founded in a small town in Alberta, Canada, Champion – with its ORIJEN and ACANA brands – is a key player in the global premium pet food industry across three major geographic regions.

We would love to hear from you if you are passionate about personal and professional growth and see yourself as a key player contributing to our continued success as an award-winning company.

Summary

The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for supporting and implementing Safe Quality Foods standard at Champion Pet foods by developing, implementing, following, and promoting practices and procedures. It is responsible of accurately documenting QA processes and tests, conduct sampling for finished products and support sanitation practices.

What a typical day looks like

• The Quality Assurance Technician second shift will work 2:00 pm- 10:30 pm shift
• Developing, implementing, following, and promoting practices and procedures regarding product quality and food safety in accordance with the requirements of the SQF guidelines
• Perform Pre-op inspections
• Preparation of materials, equipment, and samples
• Writing and reviewing SOPs to meet food safety and quality standards
• Accurately documenting quality assurance processes and test, sampling or audit results
• Responsibly working under minimal supervision
• Reviewing records, filing and maintaining records in accordance with GFSI requirements
• Onsite and record verification of CCPs
• Conducting fundamental laboratory-based tasks, including sampling and sample shipping to 3rd party lab, testing, measuring, recording, and analyzing results
• Performing quality control testing in accordance with established laboratory procedures
• Assessing the results of quality checks, and for working with other members of the plant.
• Developing trend analysis, updating tracking spreadsheets,
• Perform other duties as required or assigned

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in food science or in a related scientific field
• Current knowledge of food safety (HACCP) programs, GMP programs, and Quality systems
• Experience operating in a SQF system, or other GFSI standard system
• Minimum 2-3 years related quality assurance work experience in a GFSI standard food production facility
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of chemical, biological, and physical testing and analyses.
• Working knowledge of laboratory techniques, terminology, equipment and materials; ability to use and maintain laboratory equipment
• Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization and execution skills, as well as effective time management skills

What can you expect from Champion?

• Safety: a strong commitment to ensure all people are provided with a safe, healthy and respectful environment.
• Earnings: Competitive Wages that give financial peace of mind, RRSP with Company, and donation matching.
• Industry Competitive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Employee Assistance Programs to meet your individual or family needs.
• Continuing Education: In House & Online Learning & Development, as well as an Education Assistance Program.
• Quality: a dedication to uphold the highest standards of authenticity, nutritional integrity, and food safety, to earn the trust of Pet Lovers everywhere.
• Other Perks: Free Bag of Premium Pet Food each month, Free Parking and more!

What are you waiting for? Join the pack!

Come as you are.

We value diversity in all forms and know the power it can bring. Workplace equality allows for creative ideas to bloom, diverse points of views to be heard, and increases overall happiness. That sounds pretty good to us.

Champion is an equal opportunity employer. Regardless of your race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, or any other creed, you are wanted here.

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