Quality-Assurance Technician

Lantic Inc.; Taber; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension plan with company match

Extended health and dental coverage

Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Tuition/Continuing education support

Job summary

Lantic Inc. in Taber, Alberta, is seeking a Quality-Assurance Technician to perform laboratory testing and quality control across raw materials, in-process, and finished products.

The role emphasizes accurate testing, data entry, and timely reporting while supporting Cority records and food safety programs. The successful candidate will handle Certificates of Analysis, method adherence, and instrument maintenance, contributing to continuous improvement and compliance at the Taber Processing

Qualifications

• Experience in a laboratory, quality control, food manufacturing, or related field preferred.
• Familiarity with Cority considered an asset.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMPs and GFSI-aligned food safety systems preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and data-entry accuracy.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory sampling, testing, and analysis for liquids, sugars, molasses, and other materials.
• Conduct quality and food safety analyses and prepare Certificates of Analysis.
• Enter, review, and maintain laboratory and environmental data in approved systems.
• Calibrate, verify, clean and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Assist with GMP and Food Safety inspections and document corrective actions.
• Support Cority program records, non-conformance follow-ups, and investigations.

Job description

SUMMARY:

Lantic is currently recruiting for the position of Quality-Assurance Technician, located at its Taber Processing Plant. The Quality -Assurance Technician is responsible for quality control of various products by testing to verify quality, safety and conformance of raw and in-process materials, finished product, and related environmental samples. This role is primarily focused on accurate testing, analysis, data entry, equipment care, and timely reporting. The Quality-Assurance Technician also assists with maintaining site Quality and Food Safety programs, including Cority records, non-conformance follow-up, customer complaint investigations, inspections, and supporting documentation.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO WILL:

• Perform laboratory sampling, testing, and analysis for liquid sugar, granulated sugar, icing sugar, molasses, bulk products, and other materials as assigned;
• Conduct a variety of Quality and Food Safety analysis;
• Prepare supplies for the Main Lab during the processing season, and for the Tare Lab during the Beet Harvest season;
• Prepare and distribute Certificates of Analysis accurately and on time;
• Enter, review, and maintain laboratory, environmental, and weather data in approved systems and records;
• Follow approved testing methods, sampling plans, specifications, Good Laboratory Practices, and document control requirements;
• Communicate results that do not meet specifications or show an usual trend to the appropriate supervisor;
• Calibrate, verify, clean, and perform routine maintenance of laboratory instruments and equipment;
• Promptly report equipment concerns or issues;
• Assist with site Quality and Food Safety programs by completing assigned inspections, records, verification activities, and follow-up actions;
• Maintain the site Cority program by entering complete and accurate records, monitoring assigned actions and due dates, updating investigation status, and supporting timely closure of records;
• Ensure assigned non-conformance investigations are completed promptly and thoroughly, including documentation of findings, product disposition information, corrective actions, and required follow-ups;
• Assist with GMP and Food Safety inspections and communicate observations requiring correction;
• Provide laboratory and technical support to various departments as required;
• Assist with audit preparation, document retrieval, traceability of activities, and verification of corrective actions;
• Safeguard the integrity, traceability, confidentiality, and retention of laboratory and Quality records;
• Other duties and tasks as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO JOIN THE TEAM:

• Experience working in a laboratory, quality control, food manufacturing, or related fields is preferred;
• Experience with laboratory instruments, calibration, sample preparation, and data-entry is considered an asset;
• Experience with Cority is considered an asset;
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, GFSI-benchmarked food safety systems, or food manufacturing requirements is considered an asset;
• Familiarity with HACCP, GMPS and GFSI is an asset;
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office programs;
• Ability to work with limited supervision and contribute effectively in a team environment;
• Ability to prioritize and respond calmly and appropriately when working under time constraints;
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail;
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organization, and time management skills;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong sense of accountability;
• Results oriented, adaptable, and a commitment to continuous improvement;
• Ability to engage people according to the company’s mission/values.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

• Competitive salary and performance bonus;
• Work Life Balance – Vacation and Personal Days;
• D.C Pension Plan with matching company contribution;
• Extended Health Insurance and Dental Plan;
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance;
• Personal Benefits Account;
• Share Purchase Plan – Rogers Sugar;
• Fitness, Professional fees, and Continuing Education reimbursement programs;
• Employee Assistance Program.