Quality Assurance Technician (Ontario)

Quality Assurance Technician (Ontario)

20 Sep
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Agrocrop Exports
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Ontario

20 Sep

Agrocrop Exports

Ontario

Agrocrop Exports Ltd. is a trusted leader in the processing and export of Pulses, Beans, Lentils, Peas, and Grains, specializing in Private Label consumer packaging. Based in Canada and backed by HACCP and BRC “AA” certifications, we ensure the highest standards of quality, safety, and reliability in every product.

Serving major retailers across North America and Europe, our modern processing and packaging facility, combined with deep industry expertise, has positioned us as the largest Private Label processor of packaged pulses in the Western Hemisphere. Our continued growth is driven by innovation, operational excellence, and a deep commitment to our customers and partners worldwide.

Job Title: Quality Assurance Technician
Reports to: Quality Assurance Supervisor
Pay rate: $24/hr to $27/hr
Shift: 1 Morning and 2 Night Shifts
Primary Focus:

Implements company and regulatory quality standards for retail and private label brand products.

Performs quality control inspections, checks, and tests during the manufacture of products. Inspects materials, parts, and products at different stages of production.

Records of observations and may make recommendations for improving processes.

Performs inspections of raw materials, materials in process, and finished products.

Assists in developing quality control policies and evaluate production limitations. Knowledge of industry and governmental quality regulations.

Knowledgeable of industry and governmental quality regulations

Prepares filings and tracks applications for licensing, certification, and permits, and interacts with governmental officials during the regulation and certification process for FSQA programs.

Monitors compliance with existing regulations and upcoming or changing regulations.

Performs impact analysis of regulatory changes and produces status reports.



Audits and reviews quality data according to existing procedures.

Documents in the required format. Participates in processes to report, investigate, and address any issues of non-compliance.

Responsibilities:

Maintains all documentation for the purpose of auditing

Performs RM inspection upon receiving and manage sample retention

Reviews incoming reprint of labels, cases for accuracy, functionality, and compliance

Ensures internal and external programs document accurately reflect all relevant product information.

Verify CCP's during production runs.

Plans, conducts, and monitors testing and inspection of materials and products to ensure finished product quality

Ensures measuring equipment are functioning properly and report if malfunctioning

Metal Detector, Weight, First pack of each SKU verification

Completes documentation based on consumer request

Reviews, and update existing program and follow up on execution

Arrange sanitation activities as required

Record and support investigation of food complaints

Supports in the preparation of BRC audit and re-certification

Supports external audits, performs monthly, weekly, and daily audits of the Premises and Processes; record findings and initiate corrective actions

Conduct daily, weekly and monthly internal audits of premises, processes and documentation; record findings and initiate corrective actions

Perform allergen testing; prepare and label samples for external testing and customer approvals





Coach employees during production to enhance Food Safety Culture

Collect the data and update templates for monthly food safety presentation

Verify Production Documentation and file accordingly

Obtain required documents from stakeholders

Verify pest control program implementation

Perform disposal procedure when carrying out the disposal of any product

Perform yearly validation and verification activities

Maintain supplier & customer complaint folder and prepare the trend for the same

Prepare COA when requested by customer

All other duties as required/assigned.

Knowledge & Experience:

2+ years of experience in a fast-paced food manufacturing setting

Experience in MS Suite - Word, Excel, and Outlook

Extensive knowledge related to automated testing; be able to report and read it in the right way

Knowledge of tools, concepts, and methodologies of QA

Experience in effective usage of data analysis tools and statistical analysis

Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements

Skills:

Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Strong communication skills: ability to communicate information clearly

Ability to work collaboratively as a team

Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills

Fast learner and quick thinker

Detail oriented

Strong analytical skills

Results oriented with a problem-solving attitude

Experience with or ability to learn Quality Management Systems (QMS), eQMS, and digital quality management software solutions.

Knowledge of electronic document control, CAPA, non-conformance, audit, complaint, and corrective action management systems

Education:

Bachelor’s degree preferred in Science, Biotechnology

Certifications such as Quality Auditor, BRC, Quality Improvement Associate, and Six Sigma are an asset

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📌 Quality Assurance Technician (Ontario)
🏢 Agrocrop Exports
📍 Ontario

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