Quality Assurance Coordinator

Dare Foods Limited • Kitchener, ON

5d • CA$58,000 - CA$65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

In this replacement position based out of our Kitchener manufacturing facility, you will be responsible for quality activities on the A shift (days 6:00am-2:00pm).
This role entails supporting the overall development and maintenance of the site Quality Systems. The successful applicant for this opportunity has knowledge of SQF and/or other GFSI, knowledge of HACCP, is a strong communicator, highly organized, and capable of working independently or in a team environment. This role will also include any ad-hoc activities required of the Quality Department and may require work on off-shifts as well.

Requirements

• College or Bachelor degree in Food Science Technology/Engineering or related field
• 3 – 5 years relevant working experience in a food manufacturing environment
• Broad range of experience with Operational Systems and GMP Programs
• Strong knowledge of SQF or similar GFSI programs
• HACCP and Food Safety practical and theoretical knowledge
• Strong technical writing skills, with experience developing Quality Programs
• A history of meeting and exceeding challenging performance goals; a desire to “win”
• Ability to perform tasks effectively both individually and as a member of a team
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Strong skills in Word, Excel to manage and analyze quality data

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the principles of Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing would be considered an asset

Responsibilities

• Own site GMP program
• Back up to Quality Systems (responsible for SQF, HACCP)
• Verify daily production batch documents
• Perform and coach Technicians on daily and weekly quality testing
• Maintain Quality and Sanitation Programs (i.e. recipe control, document control, allergen validations, EMP program, swabbing, etc..), complying to all Regulatory, Corporate and Customer requirements
• Lead cross functional Food Safety Team, holding team members responsible for follow-up and corrective actions
• Administer Hold and Recall programs
• Host daily Food Review, and participate in Daily Production Meeting where required
• Investigate and respond to all critical consumer complaints and provide monthly statistical data

Benefits

• competitive base salary
• comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• retirement programs
• paid time off
• career development opportunities
• reward and recognition programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level