Quality Assurance Technician
Top Benefits
About the role
Craving a dream job? Join one of Canada's Top Employers.
Purdys Chocolatier is delighted to have been voted by our employees as one of Canada's Best Employers. This esteemed award is a testament to the rich texture of our history and our more than 115 years of dedication to quality, trust,and supportive work environment.
Job Type: Full-time, permanent
The expected annual pay range: $40,000 to $50,000
As a proud Canadian Chocolatier, we create connection and joy through the power of chocolate and have a great deal of fun doing so. Do you love chocolates?
We truly value diversity in our workforce therefore we welcome applicants of all ethnic groups, genders, races, religions, abilities, and backgrounds.
We are looking for a Quality Assurance Technician to join our Quality Assurance Team based in the Kingsway and Chester offices in Vancouver, BC. This individual will report to the QA Manager.
Job Overview: Our Quality Assurance Technicians are responsible for activities associated with the development, implementation, monitoring, maintenance, and improvement of the company’s quality system. This includes monitoring conformance to specifications and standards through testing and internal audits, data analysis, record maintenance, reporting on trends and performance indicators such as customer and store complaints, as well as conducting refresher training for employees. The rotating monthly 8 hours shifts from between 6 AM until 12 AM at both 2777 Kingsway and 8330 Chester St locations.
You will have an opportunity to:
- Implement and enforce SQF policies and procedures
- Conduct inspection, testing, and monitoring for food safety and quality
- Assist in training employees on GMP and other quality and food safety practices
- Manage non-conformance process and implement corrective actions
- Support internal and third-party audits
- Perform product testing, sensory evaluation, and maintains documentation
You will be a good fit if you have:
- Have availability to work between 6am-12am at both 2777 Kingsway and 8330 Chester St locations.
- Bachelor's degree in food science
- Up to two years of working experience in a similar position
- Problem-solving and root-cause analysis abilities
Get ready to enjoy:
- Extended Health & Dental Plan
- Sickness and Disability Plans
- RRSP Matching Program
- Profit Sharing
- Purdys Perks (Active Lifestyle Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee discount, and much more)
Ready to dive deeper? Check out our Instagram, TikTok or Facebook.
We appreciate the interest of all applicants, and while we wish we could personally reach out to everyone, we can only contact those selected for an interview.
We genuinely care about providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please reach out to us via email at resumes@purdys.com. We're here to help!
About Purdys Chocolatier
At Purdys Chocolatier we are passionate about transporting you to an extraordinary, personal chocolate experience.
Our inspired chocolatiers support farmers and growers locally and around the world. We source the very best ingredients to create the perfect chocolate moment.
Purdys’ chocolates are made fresh daily in our Vancouver chocolate factory kitchen. Essentials such as ginger from Australia, cashews form India, salt from the Himalayas, chocolate from Belgium, cocoa from Ecuador and Peru, and dairy products from local farms hint at the expansive ingredient list.
At Purdys we have been crafting extraordinary chocolate experiences for Canadians for over 105 years. With original recipes like our mascarpone cheese Tiramisu Truffle, you will always find new creations alongside your favourites to tempt and inspire you.
Everyone has a favourite. Every chocolate has a story.
Quality Assurance Technician
Top Benefits
About the role
Craving a dream job? Join one of Canada's Top Employers.
Purdys Chocolatier is delighted to have been voted by our employees as one of Canada's Best Employers. This esteemed award is a testament to the rich texture of our history and our more than 115 years of dedication to quality, trust,and supportive work environment.
Job Type: Full-time, permanent
The expected annual pay range: $40,000 to $50,000
As a proud Canadian Chocolatier, we create connection and joy through the power of chocolate and have a great deal of fun doing so. Do you love chocolates?
We truly value diversity in our workforce therefore we welcome applicants of all ethnic groups, genders, races, religions, abilities, and backgrounds.
We are looking for a Quality Assurance Technician to join our Quality Assurance Team based in the Kingsway and Chester offices in Vancouver, BC. This individual will report to the QA Manager.
Job Overview: Our Quality Assurance Technicians are responsible for activities associated with the development, implementation, monitoring, maintenance, and improvement of the company’s quality system. This includes monitoring conformance to specifications and standards through testing and internal audits, data analysis, record maintenance, reporting on trends and performance indicators such as customer and store complaints, as well as conducting refresher training for employees. The rotating monthly 8 hours shifts from between 6 AM until 12 AM at both 2777 Kingsway and 8330 Chester St locations.
You will have an opportunity to:
- Implement and enforce SQF policies and procedures
- Conduct inspection, testing, and monitoring for food safety and quality
- Assist in training employees on GMP and other quality and food safety practices
- Manage non-conformance process and implement corrective actions
- Support internal and third-party audits
- Perform product testing, sensory evaluation, and maintains documentation
You will be a good fit if you have:
- Have availability to work between 6am-12am at both 2777 Kingsway and 8330 Chester St locations.
- Bachelor's degree in food science
- Up to two years of working experience in a similar position
- Problem-solving and root-cause analysis abilities
Get ready to enjoy:
- Extended Health & Dental Plan
- Sickness and Disability Plans
- RRSP Matching Program
- Profit Sharing
- Purdys Perks (Active Lifestyle Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee discount, and much more)
Ready to dive deeper? Check out our Instagram, TikTok or Facebook.
We appreciate the interest of all applicants, and while we wish we could personally reach out to everyone, we can only contact those selected for an interview.
We genuinely care about providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please reach out to us via email at resumes@purdys.com. We're here to help!
About Purdys Chocolatier
At Purdys Chocolatier we are passionate about transporting you to an extraordinary, personal chocolate experience.
Our inspired chocolatiers support farmers and growers locally and around the world. We source the very best ingredients to create the perfect chocolate moment.
Purdys’ chocolates are made fresh daily in our Vancouver chocolate factory kitchen. Essentials such as ginger from Australia, cashews form India, salt from the Himalayas, chocolate from Belgium, cocoa from Ecuador and Peru, and dairy products from local farms hint at the expansive ingredient list.
At Purdys we have been crafting extraordinary chocolate experiences for Canadians for over 105 years. With original recipes like our mascarpone cheese Tiramisu Truffle, you will always find new creations alongside your favourites to tempt and inspire you.
Everyone has a favourite. Every chocolate has a story.