Agrocrop Exports Ltd. is a trusted leader in the processing and export of Pulses, Beans, Lentils, Peas, Grains, and Ready to Eat Products 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.
The Role : Quality Assurance Technician
Reports to : Senior Quality Assurance and Regulatory Manager
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 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 evaluates production limitations. Knowledgeable 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 results in required format. Participates in processes to report, investigate, and addresses any issues of non-compliance.
Responsibilities :
Maintains all documentation for the purpose of auditingPerforms RM inspection upon receiving and manage sample retentionReviews incoming reprint of labels, cases for accuracy, functionality, and complianceEnsures 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 qualityEnsures measuring equipment are functioning properly and report if malfunctioningMetal Detector, X-ray, Weight, First pack of each SKU verificationCompletes documentation based on consumer requestReviews, and update existing program and follow up on executionArrange sanitation activities as requiredRecord and support investigation of food complaintsSupports in the preparation of BRC audit and re-certificationSupports external audits, performs monthly, weekly, and daily audits of the Premises and Processes; record findings and initiate corrective actionsConduct daily, weekly and monthly internal audits of premises, processes and documentation; record findings and initiate corrective actionsPerform allergen and gluten testing; prepare and label samples for external testing and customer approvalsCoach employees during production to enhance Food Safety CultureCollect the data and update templates for monthly food safety presentationVerify Production Documentation and file accordinglyObtain required documents from stakeholdersVerify pest control program implementationPerform disposal procedure when carrying out the disposal any productPerform yearly validation and verification activitiesMaintain supplier & customer complaint folder and prepare the trend for the samePrepare COA when requested by customerAll other duties as required / assigned.Knowledge & Experience :
2+ years of experience in a fast-paced food manufacturing environmentExperience in MS Suite - Word, Excel, and OutlookExtensive knowledge related to automated testing; be able to report and read it in the right wayKnowledge of tools, concepts, and methodologies of QAExperience in effective usage of data analysis tools and statistical analysisKnowledge of relevant regulatory requirementsSkills :
Ability to work in fast-paced environmentStrong communication skills : ability to communicate information clearlyAbility to work collaboratively as a teamExcellent organizational and interpersonal skillsFast learner and quick thinkerDetail orientedStrong analytical skillsResults oriented with a problem-solving attitudeEducation :
Bachelor’s degree preferred in Science, BiotechnologyCertifications such as Quality Auditor, Quality Improvement Associate, Six Sigma are an assetCompany eventsDental careEmployee assistance programExtended health careLife insuranceOn-site parkingPaid time offAgrocrop Exports Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to a fair and accessible hiring process. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Notice to Applicants : This posting represents an active vacancy. AI-enabled recruitment tools may be used to assist with parts of the applicant screening process, but all evaluations and hiring decisions are made by our hiring team.
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