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QA Technician – Calgary, AB

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Job Type:  Fulltime, Permanent

Location:  Calgary, AB

Would you like to be a part of a revolution in agriculture in Canada?  If so, we would love to hear from you! 

At GoodLeaf Farms we are a proud Canadian company at the forefront of innovation, striving to grow food security for communities from coast to coast.  We are breaking ground in an industry that is quickly proving itself to be sustainable, not only environmentally but economically and socially as well.  We are focused on producing ultra-fresh greens, 365 days a year using no harsh chemicals, a carbon footprint that is just half that of a traditional farm and using less than 10% of the water traditionally used, to create a world where plants thrive!

Why work at GoodLeaf Farms?

It is our commitment to provide you with the work environment and tools necessary to be successful in your role. We hope that you will find your work here rewarding, challenging, and meaningful.

  • You will have the opportunity to take your career to the next level.  GoodLeaf is growing and we want you to grow along with us!

  • We have an entrepreneurial and inclusive spirit with the heart of a start-up.

  • We foster an environment of cooperation and communication.

  • We have competitive compensation and benefits

Every day at GoodLeaf Farms we get to help solve the challenge of food security for communities across Canada and do it in innovative ways that inspire healthy lifestyles.  We think that’s exciting and the best reason of all to join us!

What we are looking for

The Quality Assurance (QA) Technician is a key member in the farm and will be responsible for the monitoring of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), sampling & analysis of product and equipment, corrective action, and documentation. The QA Technician will support the QA Department in maintaining our certified SQF Food Safety Management System.

Role & Responsibilities

The QA Technician holds a very active, hands-on position, which includes the following responsibilities, but is not limited to:

Quality Assurance:

  • Pre-operational Inspection, via visual inspection and ATP swabbing

  • Inspect all areas of the farm after sanitation and according to criteria

  • Collect & organize daily product samples

  • Perform aseptic sampling procedure using microbial swabs and plates

  • Monitor Critical Limits such as product weight, metal detection, chemical concentration

  • Hold and release of product

  • Data entry and review of paperwork, results, and any other communicable information

  • Participate in the food safety program (SQF)

  • Assist manager with Corrective Action Reports

  • A variety of tasks as required by the QA Manager and the potential for cross-training in other functional areas

  • Participate in regulatory audits

  • Conduct other assigned tasks as requested by the QA Manager

Safety (Food, OHS) & Production:

  • Regularly ensure that all of the company’s food safety procedures is verified, and up to date with any

  • changes communicated to employees in a timely manner;

  • Adhere, safeguard and comply with the Standard Sanitization Operating Procedures, Standard Operation

  • Procedures, Occupational Health and Safety Act and Good Manufacturing Practice at all times without exception;

  • Adhere to safety rules and regulations at all times without exception;

  • Ensure the safe use and storage of all cleaning supplies;

  • Follow GoodLeaf Farms Employee Practices and Policies

  • Report unsafe and faulty equipment, fixtures, and processes to supervisor

  • Conduct other assigned tasks as requested by the QA Manager

Qualifications & Educational Requirements

  • Post-secondary education in food science, microbiology, or related field of study;

  • QA/QC experience in food manufacturing is a strong asset;

  • Experience operating in an SQF system is an asset;

  • HACCP/Food Safety training is an asset.

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