Quality Control Technician (6 Month Contract)

One Degree Organics; Mission; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An organic food company located in Mission, British Columbia, is seeking an experienced Quality Control Technician to ensure all products meet regulatory and internal requirements. This role involves monitoring quality standards, conducting tests, and ensuring compliance with quality policies. Candidates should ideally have a science-related diploma and basic skills in Excel, Word, and Outlook. Competitive wages and comprehensive health benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive wages and bonus pay

Free health care benefits including dental and vision

Free healthy snacks and fruit

Discounts at retail store

Qualifications

• Basic working knowledge of Excel, Word, and Outlook skills.
• A Diploma/Degree in a science-related discipline is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Monitor quality standards of finished products and raw ingredients.
• Effectively communicate quality control expectations to employees.
• Conduct QA tests to ensure products meet specifications.
• Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Maintain product traceability by verifying lot numbers.
• Perform various inspections to ensure quality.
• Provide backup support for other QA positions as needed.
• Analyze data to solve problems and recommend actions.

Skills

Basic knowledge of Excel

Basic knowledge of Word

Basic knowledge of Outlook

Education

Diploma/Degree in a science-related discipline

Job description

Position:

Quality Control Technician

Reports to:

Manager, Quality Assurance

We created One Degree Organic Foods to give you the power to meet every farmer, farm co-op, and producer behind every ingredient you are eating — just like a farmer’s market. Our family believes in the connection between healthy soil, healthy plants, and healthy people.

Our business is growing rapidly and we’re now looking for an experienced Quality Control Technician to join our Quality Assurance team! Our Quality Control Technician will help us ensure all our products meet regulatory, internal, and customer requirements.

WHY JOIN US...

We offer our team members many benefits to help them achieve their goals and support our company culture:

• Earn More:Competitive wages, shift premiums, and bonus pay make up many of our compensation packages. We also have regular gift card draws and provide an annual voucher for up to $130 toward safety footwear.
• We Promote a Healthy Lifestyle:Free delicious bread, discounts at our retail store with a great selection of organic products, free healthy fruit and snacks provided weekly onsite, and company-paid health care benefits (health, dental, vision, EFAP).
• Have Fun:Family summer picnic, Town Halls, winter party, staff celebrations, and many ad hoc activities.
• Opportunities for Career Growth and Development:In addition to Quality, we also hire for our Production, Packaging, Warehouse, Innovation, and Leadership teams! We pride ourselves on promoting from within whenever possible!

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

• Monitor quality standards of finished products and raw ingredients coming into and leaving our warehouse facility
• Effectively communicate quality control expectations to employees and support with training for GMP’s
• Conduct QA tests to ensure products meet specifications
• Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures such as BRC, HACCP, GMPs, SSOP, process deviation, hold, and release procedures
• Maintain product traceability verifying lot numbers and systems
• Communicate effectively with the rest of the team to ensure clarity and continuity
• Perform various inspections to ensure quality (i.e., pre-operation, ingredient, shipping & receiving)
• Provide backup support for other QA positions as needed
• Effectively solve problems analyzing data, investigating issues, identifying solutions, and recommending the right course of action

Other…

• You are willing to work flexible shifts to cover for vacations, sick days, or leave if required

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Diploma/Degree in a science-related discipline is considered an asset
• You have a basic working knowledge of Excel, Word, and Outlook skills

NICE-TO-HAVE:

• Previous experience working in a food production facility
• You have knowledge of GMPs and Good Lab Practices.
• Valid driver's license preferred