Quality Assurance Technician

By Ice River Sustainable Solutions; Feversham; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Health & dental

RRSP matching

On-the-job training

Uniforms

Safety shoe allowance

Team environment

Referral program

Job summary

Ice River Sustainable Solutions is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician for our Feversham facility. You will perform microbiological analyses, product and water testing, calibration, and support production while upholding GMP/SQF compliance.

We offer a starting wage of $24.46 per hour, 12-hour rotating continental shifts, and benefits including life insurance, health and dental, RRSP matching, and training opportunities. Join a collaborative, safety-conscious team focused on sustainability.

Qualifications

• Previous QA and/or sanitation experience in manufacturing or food processing is an asset.
• Experience in plastics manufacturing, laboratory testing, thermoforming, bottle or preform production is an asset.
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP and SQF programs is considered an asset.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent documentation skills.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills—we’re happy to train the right candidate!

Responsibilities

• Microbiological analysis: collect daily samples and perform microbial analysis.
• Report non-conformances and Initiate corrective actions.
• Prepare corrective action and non-conformance reports; tag non-conforming materials.
• Test and verify water and product parameters (TDS, turbidity, pH, etc.).
• Calibrate testing equipment and maintain ozone records.
• Water testing: ensure raw and finished product parameters meet specs.
• Plastics testing: assess quality of raw materials, WIP and finished products.
• Participate in plant audits and ensure GMP/SQF compliance.
• Train operators on quality standards and support production as needed.
• Daily sanitation tasks and chemical inventory management.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Analytical thinking

Documentation

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Application Deadline Date: November 30, 2026

At Ice River Sustainable Solutions, we are building more than products. We are building careers with purpose. As a proudly Canadian, family-owned leader in sustainable manufacturing, we transform 100% recycled plastic into innovative solutions used across North America. Sustainability is not just something we talk about; it is built into everything we do.

We move fast. We solve problems. We take pride in doing meaningful work that makes a real impact. We invest in our people, promote from within, and create real opportunities for growth across our organization.

If you are someone who rolls up your sleeves, thinks creatively, and is ready to grow with a company that is redefining sustainable manufacturing, this could be your next move.

Position Summary

Are you passionate about quality and take pride in ensuring products meet the highest standards? Ice River Sustainable Solutions is looking for a Quality Assurance Technician to join our Feversham team.

The Quality Assurance Technician in the production department plays a crucial role in maintaining the quality and consistency of products throughout the manufacturing process.

This position is responsible for performing quality control inspections, traceability, ensuring compliance with established standards, and identifying areas for improvement. When required Technician will support production operations, operating bottling lines, forklift operations or other as required.

What You Can Expect as QA Technician:

• Starting wage of $24.46 per hour, with a wage increase after three months
• 12-hour rotating continental shifts, including days and nights
• Company-paid life insurance, health and dental benefits
• Company RRSP matching program
• On-the-job training and ongoing development opportunities
• Uniforms and safety shoe allowance
• Clean and safe working environment
• Supportive, team-oriented workplace
• Employee referral program

RESPONSIBILITIES

Microbiological analysis:

• Collect various daily samples and perform microbial analysis on each sample daily.
• Report all non-conformances for corrective action to QA Manager and take appropriate actions to resolve.
• Prepare corrective action reports and non-conformance reports when required and tagging/blocking non-conforming materials/product and control of the inventory of these materials
• Testing and Verification of results – Water Testing – Test for TDS, turbidity, pH, water temperature, ozone, weight and any special customer testing request

Equipment Calibration:

• Calibrate all testing equipment at required schedule.
• Ensure ozone settings and ozone records are complete and accurate.

Water Testing:

• Testing and verification of results for raw and finished product water, including but not limited to TDS, turbidity, pH, water temperature, ozone, bottle weight.
• Prepare product water according to customer specification and ensure that all analysis are within specification.

Plastics Testing:

• Test for the quality of raw materials, work-in-progress and finished product recycled plastic products used in the making of our finished product bottled water.

Audits:

• Participate in various facility audits with the QA Manager. Ensure all finished product and raw materials are within specification. Ensure all GMPs and HACCP procedures are followed and conduct internal inspections.
• Complies with corporate HACCP and SQF programs, assists in applying all program elements to the Feversham facility ensuring compliance with functional area responsibilities.

OTHER KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure all finished product and raw materials are within specification.
• Train machine operators on Quality standards.
• Support production operations when required i.e. operate bottling line, operator forklift or other as needed.
• Daily sanitation tasks as well as other sanitation tasks as assigned.
• Responsible for chemicals in the lab, assisting with maintaining inventory lists and ordering.
• Responsible for all equipment functions involving the preparation and flow of product water to each production line (product and water changeovers).
• Prepare corrective action reports and non-conformance reports when required and tagging/blocking non-conforming materials/product.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous Quality Assurance and/or sanitation experience in a manufacturing or food processing environment is considered an asset
• Experience in plastics manufacturing, laboratory testing, thermoforming, bottle or preform production is an asset
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and SQF programs is considered an asset
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word
• Strong attention to detail with excellent documentation skills
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills—we’re happy to train the right candidate!

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to bend, crouch, kneel, lift, and carry materials throughout the shift
• Comfortable working safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while following all health, safety, food safety, and quality procedures

Why Join Ice River Sustainable Solutions?

• Competitive hourly wage
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Be part of a company committed to sustainability, innovation, and producing high-quality products

Please let Ice River Sustainable Solutions know if you require accommodation during the hiring and selection process and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements. Ice River Sustainable Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, we welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ2S+ persons.

Company Description

WE’RE MORE THAN JUST A BOTTLED WATER COMPANY.

WE’RE RECYCLERS. ENVIRONMENTAL PROBLEM SOLVERS. COMMITTED TO RECYCLING 100% OF OUR PLASTIC, AGAIN AND AGAIN.

In 1995, our decision to start up a Canadian family-run company with a focus on sustainability just came naturally. Since then, Ice River has been dedicated to producing the highest quality, environmentally responsible bottled water out there.

Ice River Sustainable Solutions is known for our forward-thinking innovation in eco-friendly design. By shifting our focus to the plastic bottles that contained our natural spring water, we came up with new ways to recycle 100% of the bottle – right down to the cap. Even when we were told it couldn’t be done. Our green initiatives and our ambition grew from there.

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Land Acknowledgement

The Municipalities of Bruce and Grey Counties sit on the traditional territory of the Anishnabek Nation : The People of the Three Fires known as Ojibwe, Odawa, and Pottawatomie Nations. We give thanks to them, and to the Chippewas of Saugeen , and the Chippewas of Neyaashiinigmiing , as the traditional keepers of this land and water, and we also recognize the traditional homeland of the Metis Nation .

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