QA Technician (Salaried)

JD Sweid Foods LTD•Township of Langley, BC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for implementing food safety, quality programs, and policies effectively. This role involves monitoring and ensuring all products and processing procedures meet established food safety, quality, and regulatory standards (such as SFCR, HACCP, GMPs, and customer specifications). The position requires hands-on verification, documentation, and communication to uphold the integrity of the food safety system throughout the facility. The QA Tech will be responsible for following established food safety and quality procedures, with provisions made to cover the absence of an employee in this position.

Requirements

Post-secondary education in Food Science or relevant subject is required. Equivalent operational experience at further meat processor may be considered in lieu of formal education.
Must be able to accurately conduct sensory evaluations (including taste) on meat (beef, pork and poultry) products.
Demonstrated attention to detail, strong written and verbal communication, and excellent interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year's previous experience in a QA/ QC role is an asset, preferably in a meat/poultry plant.
HACCP certification preferred.
Solid understanding of operational procedures, Process Control Points (PCPs), and comprehensive QA systems.

Responsibilities

Perform sampling and inspection on raw materials. Release for use towards production if all food safety and quality requirements are met.
Perform sensory evaluations by tasting/ingesting meat products for quality control purposes.
Monitor, audit and train employees on adherence to good manufacturing practices, including personal hygiene, proper attire and handwashing.
Assist with regulatory inspections and external audits by supporting on-floor inspections and assisting with corrective actions.
Accurately complete and maintain all required quality and food safety records, logs, and reports. Prepare daily summary reports.
Identify, report and investigate food safety/quality issues. Assist in root cause analysis and corrective actions (e.g. place non-conforming products on “hold” as required).
Assist in investigating customer complaints related to product quality and food safety, gather data, and report findings.
Ensure key information communication to operations and other stakeholders and QA team members.
Release finished goods and hold non-conforming products through the ERP DEACOM software.
Other duties as assigned by QA Supervisor.