Quality Assurance Technician - Regina/Rowatt

Avena Foods is actively seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to join our team. This position will be allocated as needed between our plants in Rowatt & Regina. This role prepares samples & conducts lab tests on raw materials & finished products to ensure compliance of oats & finished products with Avenas standards for food safety & quality.

Key Responsibilities

- Perform routine QA duties as per standards Operating Procedures.
- Prepare samples for testing.
- Conduct physical, chemical, microbiological & allergen testing of raw materials & finished products while maintaining a gluten free laboratory.
- Collect & perform shelf-life testing on retention samples.
- Perform pre-operational inspections & environmental monitoring of all relevant parts of equipment & areas of the facility.
- Implement/ monitor HACCP & related systems.
- Perform operational document verification & follow up on quality & safety incidents.
- Maintain accurate records and participate in internal/external audits when required.




- Report non-compliances & take corrective actions to assure compliance to quality & food safety requirements.
- Make timely risk-based decisions to ensure products meet the quality, food safety requirements & customers specifications.
- Assess, document & trend products & isolate by following the Hold & Release Program.
- Conduct incoming grain delivery inspections when required.

Education Requirements

Minimum Diploma or its equivalent in Food Science, or related Field.

Skills

- Knowledge of HACCP principles & prevalent food safety & quality standards is preferred.
- Proficient with MS Office Suite.
- Ability to multi-task and work independently & in team.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Good problem-solving, organizational, communication skills.
- Willing to be adaptable on schedule; ability to meet deadlines including overtime as required.

Location: Regina, SK or Rowatt, SK as per company requirements.

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📌 Quality Assurance Technician - Regina/Rowatt
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