Quality Assurance Food Industry

Job description:

Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Quality Assurance Technician to join our food manufacturing clients dynamic team for a 6 month term. This position is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate with degree in Microbiology, Food Science, Chemistry or a College diploma within a related field. This position is primarily day-shift from 7am-3:30pm however may require some afternoon shift work from 3:30- midnight.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting and testing incoming ingredients, finished goods and packaging materials
• All analysis will be completed according to approved methods utilizing an implemented SAP QM program for chemical, microbiological and sensory parameters
• Complete QA checks on the production line and monitor production to ensure quality and food safety requirements
• Responsible for completing allergen testing on finished products and/or swabbing lines
• Support Food Safety Programs by conduction environmental testing, sanitation validation, pre-requisite program monitoring tasks and record review
• Report and record any production/ingredient/product deviations
• Support the Food Safety Management and Quality Management Systems by participating and preparing internal and external audits

Skills

• Completed a University degree in Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Science or a College Diploma within a related field
• Sound sensory abilities with all food types (sight, smell, taste and touch).
• Ability to follow recipes, cooking preparation instructions and consume various foods (including animal, dairy and allergenic ingredients)
• Experience with food laboratory equipment and testing methodology used for food manufacturing plants would be preferred
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with plant employees, department supervisors and/or managers, work independently, precisely and with initiative in a fast paced environment
• Excellent analytical skills with a keen attention to detail with a compliance mindset
• Have excellent English writing and reading skills
• Have computer skills and experience in Microsoft 365, knowledge of SAP program would be beneficial
• Physically able to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to support Day, Afternoon Shifts with ability to work some overtime and weekends as required

Interested candidates please APPLY ASAP for immediate consideration!

Job Type: Fixed term contract

AI may be used in candidate selection process.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

Nexus Staffing Inc. is committed to accessibility and to protecting the human rights of its employees and candidates. In support of this aim, Nexus Staffing Inc. has implemented an accommodation process that provides accommodations for employees and candidates with disabilities. Nexus Staffing Inc. will accommodate employees with disabilities up to the point of undue hardship

Contract length: 3-6 months

Education:

$22.00 per hour

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Work Location: In person