Quality Technician, Finished Products (Afternoon Shift)

Griffith Foods Limited; Toronto; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Toronto is seeking a Quality Assurance Analyst. The role involves ensuring product safety and quality through rigorous analysis and participation in laboratory programs. Candidates should have a degree in Food Science or Biotechnology and hands-on experience in food manufacturing. This is a full-time, 1-year afternoon shift contract position.

Benefits

Paid top-up for Pregnancy Parental and Compassionate Care leave

Health and Group Benefits (100% premiums paid)

Education reimbursement program

Generous defined contribution retirement plan

Career development opportunities

Annual wellness allowance

Annual incentive

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of hands-on experience in food manufacturing.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor functions of Quality Lab and operations for effective testing.
• Conduct various laboratory programs.
• Participate in safety program and equipment calibration.
• Perform analysis on finished product samples.
• Communicate with other departments to provide results.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Quality Inspection

Calipers

Coordinate Measuring Machine

Food Industry

GD&T

ISO 9001

Math

Micrometer

Quality Control

HACCP

Manufacturing

Education

University and/or College degree in Food Science/Biotechnology

Job description

Overview

Griffith Foods is the caring creative product development partner helping food companies meet the evolving needs of consumers while sustaining the planet. As a family business founded in 1919 and headquartered in Alsip Illinois USA Griffith Foods is known for true collaborative innovation guided by their Purpose of We Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish the World. The companys product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet. For more information visit .

Position Summary

Perform analysis of all finished products determine the status based on the results and ensure safety and quality of products.

Note: This position is a 1-year afternoon shift (3:00 pm to 11:00 pm) contract.

Major Responsibilities

• Monitors functions of Quality Lab and operations to promote more appropriate systems testing methods and practices and follows-up on changes.
• Coordinates various laboratory programs.
• Participates in equipment calibration purchasing electronic records system and safety program.
• Troublesho ots analysis equipment and production issues in QS lab and manufacturing areas maintains proper documentation. Prepares technical reports.
• Perform Environmental Swabs ATP Swabs Pre-OP Inspections as required.
• Participates in various internal audits (Quality Systems GMP and Food Safety) as required.
• Performs analysis on finished product samples to ensure they meet specifications. Some analysis of raw materials may be required.
• Maintains proper laboratory records (written and computer) and provides results in the required format. Prepares reports as required.
• Communicates with other departments to provide results and technical support as required.
• Conducts on-line product and process inspection and / or audits.
• Assists in the investigation of customer complaints and dispositions of out-of-date materials.
• Acquires and maintains the necessary skills and knowledge through reading and training in new areas.
• Updates and maintains various aspects of plant quality system as instructed.

Qualifications

University and / or College degree preferably in Food Science and / or Biotechnology with at least 1-2 years of hands-on experience in food manufacturing.

Excellent communication skills.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• Paid top-up for Pregnancy Parental and Compassionate Care leave.
• Health and Group Benefits (100% of premiums paid by Griffith Foods).
• Education reimbursement program.
• Life event recognition and on the job recognition.
• Generous defined contribution retirement plan.
• Career development and growth opportunities.
• Annual wellness allowance.
• Annual incentive.
• Note: terms and conditions apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Griffith Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures perspectives skills and experiences within our workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. If you need assistance or require accommodation please contact :

Required Experience

IC

Key Skills

Quality Assurance,Quality Inspection,Calipers,Coordinate Measuring Machine,Food Industry,GD&T,ISO 9001,Math,Micrometer,Quality Control,HACCP,Manufacturing

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1