QA Technician

QA Technician Job Description

Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full-Time (30-40 h/w)

Wage: $22.00 per hour plus $1,000 annual bonus

Benefits: Disability Insurance, Dental Insurance, Employer-provided Pension, Extended Medical Insurance

Language of Work: English

Company Profile:

Paradise Island Foods Inc is a family-owned food production company based out of Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada. Since 1978, Paradise Island Cheese prides itself in providing all-natural and organic cheese varieties, as well as an extensive line of bakery, foodservice, and industrial cheese varieties.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform analytical and microbiological, chemistry, and sensorial testing and analysis of in-process and finished product samples according to approved standard operating procedures.
• Record and evaluate test data and notify the Quality Manager of any deviations from the prescribed product specifications.
• Conduct root cause analysis and determine the necessary corrective action.
• Responsible for lab equipment operation and cleaning.
• Perform preventative maintenance and calibration of laboratory and plant analytical equipment.
• Analyze and report laboratory data, verifying interpretation with more senior quality team and leadership.
• Perform accreditation sample testing, submit reports and make corrections as needed.
• Responsible for daily GMP inspections.
• Create and support the implementation of Paperless forms for Production, Warehouse, Sanitation, and Quality Control.
• Perform packaging and quality checks in production, ensuring all information is correct and tolerances are met.
• Administer the plant’s Environmental Monitoring and Water Quality programs in compliance with operational requirements.
• Organize and conduct shelf-life evaluation of specified products.
• Review and file the Certificates of Analysis of all incoming ingredients.
• Organize, test and communicate test results for various product trials.
• Monitor the release of finished product and ensure nonconforming product is not released.
• Perform administrative duties such as maintain records, forms, and logs including computer databases.
• Participate in regulatory audits, HACCP and SQF audits, and Health & Safety and ERC Programs.

Employment Requirements:

• Completion of secondary school.
• Completion of a one- or two-year college program in chemical, biochemical or chemical engineering technology.
• HACCP and SQF training certifications are preferred (or willingness to obtain them).
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Your Skills:

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with both metric and standard systems of measurement.
• Basic computer skills with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Paperless software.

Contact Information:

Email resume to: bothwellcareer@gmail.com

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including traditionally underrepresented groups.

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