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- Check and document quality of various products during different phases of production and suggest improvements to production supervisors and production staff.

- Monitor and document HACCP system activities.

- Inspect all incoming raw materials for quality control, request and review all certificates of analysis before releasing raw material for production.

- Conduct product sampling and analysis (Moisture, TPM, Temperature, Sensory Evaluation etc.) to maintain quality standards of raw materials and finished products.

- Perform chemical testing on a regular basis to measure concentration and effectiveness of chemicals used inhouse.

- Assist in inventory management.

- Identify the nonconformities and inform QA/QC manager to determine the disposition of nonconforming materials.

- Verify sanitation procedures by conducting surface swab analysis.

- Validate test methods and calibrate equipment (Weighing balances, temperature readers, Oil testers) used for product testing on a monthly basis.

- Communicate with management regarding deviations identified during operational inspections.

- Reject and hold products based on quality standards and report to QA/QC Manager.

- Inspect and release finished products for shipment.





- Microbial sampling of raw materials finished products and production equipment on a regular basis.

- Conduct in-house shelf life study of finished products.

- Update trend analysis of Critical Control Points and sanitation swab readings.

- Assist management in preparation for Regulatory and 3rd Party Audits.

- Participate in Food Research and development processes.

- Perform environmental sampling for testing air and water quality.

- Train production staff on quality objectives and workplace safety.

- Assist in preparation of Standard Operating Procedures and Food Safety Plans.

- Ensure finished products meet quality requirements and are safe for consumption.

- Perform other activities assigned by QA/QC manager as and when required.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule

- 8 hour shift

- Monday to Friday

- Afternoon shift

- Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate

- Scarborough, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Pay: $18.50-$20.50 per hour

Perks

- Company events

- Discounted or free food

- On-site parking

- Paid time off

- Store discount

Work Location: In person

📌 QA/QC Technician (Scarborough)
🏢 Surati Sweet Mart
📍 Scarborough