Lead quality assurance workstreams for Loblaw Control Brands, applying food safety expertise to complex product, supplier, and manufacturing changes across Canada.
As a Senior Quality Assurance Specialist, you will independently guide assigned strategic initiatives and translate technical risk into practical action. You will partner with Product Development, Sourcing, Regulatory Affairs, Operations, and suppliers. Your work will build evidence for confident implementation while protecting safety, quality, consumer experience, and supply continuity.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead QA workstreams for supplier and manufacturing transitions
Complete risk-based assessments and recommend go/no-go criteria
Align requirements, milestones, decisions, and implementation readiness
Document validation conclusions, test results, and project status
Elevate unresolved risks to the Senior Manager
Requirements:
Degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, or related discipline
Four to seven years of relevant technical experience
Direct involvement in manufacturing operations
Experience designing and interpreting process-validation activities
Knowledge of food quality assurance practices
Apply technical leadership, risk assessment, and food manufacturing expertise to strengthen Loblaw quality assurance and strategic initiatives.