Quality Assurance Technician - Jobs in Glace Bay, NS

Job Description

Clearwater Seafoods is one of North Americas largest vertically integrated seafood companies and the largest holder of shellfish licenses and quotas in Canada. It is recognized globally for its superior quality, food safety, diversity of species and reliable worldwide delivery of premium wild, eco-certified seafood, including scallops, lobster, clams, coldwater shrimp, sea cucumber, langoustine, whelk and crab.Since its founding in 1976, Clearwater has invested in science, people and technological innovation, as well as resource ownership and management to sustain and grow its seafood resource. This commitment has allowed it to remain a leader in the global seafood market and in sustainable seafood excellence.The Quality Assurance Department of Highland Fisheries is currently looking to hire a QA Technician. The position reports to the Quality Manager and QA Supervisors.Major Responsibilities:

• The Quality Assurance Technician will follow policies, procedures and work instructions developed under the company’s Quality Management Program. It is the responsibility of the QA Tech to report all potential issues, instances of product or process non conformities to the QA Supervisor, QA Manager or Production Manager as required, in a professional and constructive manner. Communication is an essential and critical component of this position.
• The QA Tech has the authority to hold product, under the advice of the QA Supervisor and/or QA Manager, and recommend rework or re-processing back to the last acceptable sample during product and process inspections. All intentions to hold product must be agreed with the QA Supervisor / QA Manager
• Pre-operational inspections – Inspection of the facility, using a checklist, each morning prior to production starting and throughout the day for conformance with company requirements. Recording and reporting of issues to supervisors and sanitation staff.
• Monitoring of plant sanitation using microbiological and allergen swabs as required.
• Monitoring of staff to ensure personal hygiene standards are being met, ongoing monitoring of factory environment and equipment for signs of damage or wear.
• Testing Chlorine residual of salt and fresh water, twice daily (during production and prior to production) and recording results.
• Testing of raw materials as required according to company standards
• Calibration check of scales (daily, prior to use) and thermometers (weekly) according to procedure.
• Incoming product inspections as per specifications.
• Online and final product inspections as per specifications, procedures and work instructions. Data entry of results of inspections into electronic system.
• Monitoring of product and processes, to inform production personnel if issues occur. Collection of product samples for microbiological monitoring program, including packaging samples, completing necessary lab paperwork and arranging shipment the following day (or same day if possible)
• Filing of QA related documents and paperwork in the QA Office.
• Internal audits as necessary and as required by QA Supervisor and/or QA Manager
• Participation in training programs and meetings as required.
• Required to keep work areas clean, tidy and clutter free (no un-necessary objects stored in work areas). Responsible for company issued tools and equipment as required.
• Other duties as required by the Quality Assurance Manager and/or Supervisor.

Key Competencies & Qualifications

• Dependable and Reliable
• Strong communication skills
• Self-motivated individual with strong organizational skills.
• Teamwork skills essential, working cooperatively with others
• Strong computer skills (Data processing, generation of reports, Microsoft office including Excel, Word, etc. Experience with SAP an asset but not required)
• Desire to learn and willing to train.
• Basic math calculations (interpreting weight measures, percentage calculations)
• Ability to follow technical specifications and detailed testing methods for lab work
• Ability to work within processing environment

Working Conditions:

• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19
• Seafood Processing Environment, often wet conditions
• Protective clothing (Smock, face mask / shield, boots) and gloves provided and required
• Hearing protection provided and required
• CSA approved footwear provided and required
• Fast paced working environment

Physical Requirements

• Moderate lifting required

Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Application question(s):

• Are you legally authorized to work in Canada
• Are you fully vaccinated against COVID-19

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