Quality Assurance Technician

Giveandgo; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values quality and accountability as a QA Technician. In this full-time role, you will ensure the highest standards of product quality and safety while leading a team dedicated to excellence. With over 30 years in the industry, this rapidly growing organization offers a vibrant work environment where your contributions will directly impact the success of the company. If you're passionate about food safety and quality assurance, this is your chance to be part of an exciting journey towards a brighter future.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of quality assurance experience in food manufacturing.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular quality checks and educate production staff on standards.
• Ensure ingredients and packaging meet specifications before use.

Skills

Team Collaboration

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Food Science

Diploma in Microbiology

Job description

Give & Go Prepared Foods Corp. is a proud member of the Mondelēz family. We are a leading, growing North American manufacturer of baked goods with over 30 years of experience. If you're seeking a company that offers opportunities for career growth and development, and values respect, open communication, quality, and accountability, we invite you to join our team. Our Consumer Brands include: two-bite brand (including two bite-brownies), Kimberley's Bakeshoppe, Mason St. Bakehouse, and The Worthy Crumb Pastry Co.

It’s an exciting time to be part of the Give & Go team as we are expanding rapidly and look forward to your contribution to our bright future!

Job Overview:

The QA Technician is responsible for ensuring the quality of our products and packaging. The role focuses on maintaining production standards to prevent contamination, testing product attributes and packaging integrity, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining facility sanitation. The technician will also lead and provide guidance to lab technicians and sanitation staff.

This is a full-time contract position for 12 months.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership in food safety and quality systems
• Lead plant efforts on product safety programs and issues
• Conduct regular quality checks and educate production staff on quality standards
• Ensure ingredients and packaging meet specifications before use
• Maintain food safety standards within the facility
• Adhere to Give & Go’s quality and food safety standards
• Analyze and maintain product quality according to procedures
• Perform audits to ensure GMP compliance and uphold standards
• Ensure high product and package quality within budgetary guidelines
• Promote safety in the workplace as a role model
• Recommend manufacturing and production flow improvements for product safety
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Recipe for Success:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree/Diploma in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field
• 1-3 years of quality assurance experience in food manufacturing
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and delegate
• Ability to identify issues and resolve complex problems
• High energy, resilience, and emotional maturity
• Excellent leadership, written, and verbal communication skills

Skills Required:

• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Ability to work independently for most of the day
• Experience in fast-paced environments
• Reliable transportation to travel within Give & Go plant locations

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply directly. Give & Go is committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail], referencing "AODA" in the subject line. We appreciate all resumes; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.