Spécialiste contrôle qualité - Quality control specialist

Expresco Foods•Montreal, QC

42d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Control Specialist is responsible for ensuring that production processes and products meet the company’s quality and food safety standards. Reporting to the Quality Control Supervisor, this role includes performing inspections, collecting samples, monitoring Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and ensuring compliance with HACCP and SQF requirements. The specialist works closely with production teams to identify and report non-conformities, maintain accurate documentation, and support continuous quality improvement. This is a full-time, in-person position based at our production facility, with a rotating shift schedule between morning and evening shifts.

Requirements

University Degree in Food science, food engineering or related fields.
1+ years of experience in a similar role in the food industry.
Good knowledge of HACCP & SQF.
Excellent written, oral communication and presentation skills.
Proficiency in French
Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook).
Must possess a car.

Nice To Haves

Personable with excellent communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work autonomously or within a team.
Organized, attention to detail.
Professional.

Responsibilities

Perform pre-operational inspections and approve the start-up of machinery based on sanitation conditions.
Collect samples and swabs for microbiological testing.
Ensure metal detectors and scales are properly calibrated and functioning correctly.
Train operators on quality procedures.
Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) by maintaining a presence in production areas.
Manage held and released products.
Collect samples (organoleptic and shelf-life) and prepare evaluation forms.
Perform organoleptic evaluations of products.
Conduct inspections required under the HACCP program.
Ensure manufacturing processes are followed.
Ensure compliance with product quality specifications and traceability requirements.
Communicate non-conformities and customer complaints.
Review and organize documentation.
Participate in special projects as required.
Comply with regulatory requirements and established operational procedures to ensure high standards of food safety and product quality.
Ensure product quality and food safety while meeting SQF program requirements during assigned tasks.
Ensure coverage and replacement of key personnel when required.