Quality Assurance Coordinator (Food Industry)

Job summary

The Quality Assurance Coordinator will develop and implement quality procedures, audit manufacturing facilities, and manage supplier compliance. They are also responsible for reviewing product labels, investigating customer complaints, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.

Job details

QUALITY ASSURANCE COORDINATOR – FOOD INDUSTRY COMPANY Just Quality International Foods is a leading supplier of premium frozen fruits, vegetables, concentrates, and value-added food solutions. With our trusted global network and flexible approach, we offer over 100 products tailored to our clients’ needs. Proudly recognized by The Globe and Mail as one of Canada’s Top 500 Growing Companies (2021–2025). JOB DESCRIPTION Our Quality team is growing and is adding a Quality Assurance Coordinator to work on-site in our corporate office. The position reports to the Quality Assurance Manager and works collaboratively with the Logistics and Sales teams. This role may require some travel to audit our suppliers. The individual will: Develop, implement, and audit procedures in keeping with JQI’s quality system to achieve its quality objectives and regulatory requirements Audit manufacturing facilities where required Perform appropriate risk assessments to ensure suppliers can meet quality assurance, food safety and regulatory requirements Manage supplier compliance documents ensuring they are current; simultaneously update customers’ documentation platforms Participate in the development, review, and approval of product labels Develop product specifications in conformance with US and Canadian Grade standards and customer requirements Review and approve COAs Document, investigate, and respond to customer complaints, following up with suppliers on RCA and CAPAs Analyze and trend customer complaints using statistical charts QUALIFICATIONS Post-Secondary Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field Minimum 5 years of experience in Quality Assurance experience in food manufacturing Certification as a PCQI or Quality System Internal Auditor Demonstrable experience implementing and auditing HACCP or GFSI standards Experience with organic certification - USDA NOP or COP an asset Knowledgeable of FDA or CFIA labeling regulations Experience in thermal processing an asset Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time management skills Detail-oriented; works well unsupervised Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including pivot tables and statistical charts Excellent oral and written English Just Quality International is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace for all.

What you’ll do

The Quality Assurance Coordinator will develop and implement quality procedures, audit manufacturing facilities, and manage supplier compliance. They are also responsible for reviewing product labels, investigating customer complaints, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a post-secondary degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field and possess at least 5 years of experience in food manufacturing quality assurance. Certification as a PCQI or Internal Auditor and knowledge of HACCP or GFSI standards are required.

Listed skills

• Quality assurance · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Quality Assurance
• Food Science
• Microbiology
• HACCP
• GFSI
• PCQI
• Internal Auditing
• Risk Assessment
• Supplier Compliance
• Regulatory Compliance
• FDA Regulations
• CFIA Regulations
• Thermal Processing
• Microsoft Office
• Statistical Analysis
• Labeling Regulations

Job areas

• Food & Beverage
• Manufacturing
• Logistics
• Science & Research

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