Quality Control Technician

• Prepare foot bath sanitizer daily and verify sanitizer concentration
• record results
• Monitor and record temperatures of thawed materials, storage areas, coolers, and freezers
• Verify daily accuracy checks of production scales and QC monitoring equipment
• Monitor personnel hygiene and GMP compliance
• document and report any non-compliance
• Check metal detector and X-ray systems to ensure proper operation
• record results and assist with investigation if foreign material is detected
• Perform finished product checks such as weight, label verification, in-process checks, and sensory evaluation
• record results
• Collect product samples and retain finished product samples according to the sampling plan
• Conduct daily sanitation inspections and assist with monthly facility inspections
• Perform routine pest control checks and report any signs of activity
• Conduct environmental monitoring and equipment cleanliness verification swabs as required
• Verify correct production labels are being used and controlled on the line
• Support the QC Coordinator/Manager with additional tasks as assigned
• Conduct incoming raw material inspections and release or hold materials as required
• Perform in-process QC testing using equipment such as pH meters, salt meters, and Brix refractometers
• Conduct microbiological testing for products and swabs or prepare samples for external lab testing
• Perform sensory evaluations following established criteria and record results
• Report out-of-spec results promptly and support investigation, corrective actions, and documentation

• Minimum: 2-year Diploma in Food Technology or related discipline (Food Science, Microbiology) is required
• QC/QA experience in food manufacturing is an asset
• Minimum 3 years experience in food manufacturing with quality responsibilities (QA/QC)
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude, willingness to learn, and a strong sense of accountability
• Working knowledge of GMP, sanitation, allergen controls, and HACCP principles
• Strong problem-solving skills with logical, data-based thinking
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective time management and ability to prioritize tasks to meet production timelines
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced food manufacturing/production environment
• Proficient with computers and standard office software (MS Word, Excel, and email)
• Able to communicate effectively in English (spoken and written)

Additional language(s) are an asset