QA Tech

at  JD Sweid Foods

This is a part time position with an opportunity to become full time.
Are you passionate about quality with a background in food manufacturing and/or food science? If so, we welcome you to apply to join the JD Sweid Quality Team. We offer competitive wages and incentive opportunities!
JD Sweid Foods is one of the largest further processors of protein products in Canada.
We are a privately owned Canadian business that has been providing both the retail and foodservice channels with high quality products for over 100 years.
Our continued success and longevity is due to our unwavering commitment to our customer’s needs and ensuring we exceed their expectations in every way. This commitment is incorporated into all we do – from our wide array of products, our focus on safety, the technology we use and the great people we employ.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A degree or diploma in sciences program is preferred
• 1-2 years in a quality function within the food and beverage industry is an asset
• Basic computer skills for data entry
• Strong emotional intelligence, communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to work successfully in a team setting and independently
  Although we appreciate the interest expressed by all applicants, only those being considered will be contacted.
  JD. Sweid is committed to fair and equitable recruiting practices. Accommodations are available for persons with disabilities during all stages of the employment process

EXPERIENCE

Preferred

• 1 - 2 years: QC/QA Technician

EDUCATION

Preferred

• Some college or better in Biochemistry or related field

• Inspect incoming materials to ensure compliance, consistency, and integrity
• Primarily working on the floor to perform line checks and monitor all quality / food safety aspects of operation
• Responsible for the verification of CCPs and PCPs throughout the process
• Collects raw material, work-in-progress material, and finished product samples for testing as per company and regulatory requirement
• Monitor GMP on the floor and report nonconformity
• Perform all in-house test procedure. Clean, maintenance and calibrate lab testing/monitoring equipment as needed
• Perform pre-operational inspection and environmental swab
• Collect all applicable information to ensure appropriate product holds
• Assist HACCP, SQF non-compliance investigation, and the application of corrective and preventive actions
• Other duties as assigne