Quality Control Analyst

at  Ingredion Canada Corporation

WE SEEK AN INDIVIDUAL WITH THE FOLLOWING BACKGROUND & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Food Science or related field.
• General knowledge of microbiology.
• Basic knowledge of food safety, ISO 9001, ISO 17025 and FSSC 22000
• Experience with analytical chemistry and chromatography
• Good working knowledge of laboratory practices
• Strong oral, written and computational skills.
• Availability for some weekend and after-hours coverage.

AS THE QUALITY CONTROL ANALYST, YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Prioritizing testing based on business needs and departmental goals.
• Maintaining complete and accurate records of laboratory data.
• Crafting, investigating and verifying results of “Out of Specification” investigations for process area and lab.
• Calibration, maintenance and repair of laboratory instruments, ensuring calibration records and standards traceable to NIST.
• Performance of specialized testing in support of customers and departmental projects.
• Ensuring non-routine testing is performed in an appropriate manner.
• Reviewing lab data for accuracy and trends; communicate concerns to the appropriate parties.
• Administer laboratory proficiency testing program by dispensing appropriate test samples and collating results.
• Implementation of corrective actions because of laboratory investigations or proficiency testing and monitor their effectiveness.
• Revision and updating of laboratory Standard Operating Procedures to meet evolving customer and developing methodology.
• Staying current with scientific developments in areas of expertise and responsibility.
• Improvement of Quality Assurance and Food Safety through continuous improvement activities.
• Leading and effectively engaging with clients to address complaints.
• Working with Operations to identify, investigate and resolve process discrepancies.
• Participation in customer and quality system audits, both internal and third party.

THIS ROLE IS WELL-SUITED FOR YOU IF YOU:

• Use CI /LSS tools to improve quality and collaborates directly with customers to develop new solutions
• Addresses customer requests and resolve problems with a sense of urgency
• Reviews practices of competitors to identify unique opportunities to meet or exceed quality
• Audit and improve processes and procedures based on the established standards, ensuring corrective actions are taken and fully implemented
• Ability to rapidly learn new skills and expand expertise into other areas of science.
• Can work in a fast paced, complementary team environment.
• Demonstrate social skills, lead and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Possess written and computer skills.