Quality Technician, Finished Products (Night Shift)

GRIFFITH FOODS
 

Griffith Foods is a global manufacturer of food products.  We provide a wide range of taste and texture components for food industry customers throughout the world.  Our products include seasoning blends, dry mixes, coating systems, dough blends, crumbs, flavors, sauces and food bases that are used in an extensive variety of application from snack foods and processed meat and poultry to ready meals. Our customers include food processors, restaurant operators and grocery retailers.  While our name may not be familiar to consumers, our products are key components of foods offered by many of the world’s best-known companies.

Position Summary:

Perform analysis of all finished products, determine the status based on the results and ensure safety and quality of products.

Note: This position is a 1-year, night shift (11:00pm to 7:00am) contract. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs analysis on finished product samples to ensure they meet specifications. Some analysis of raw materials may be required.
• Troubleshoots analysis, equipment and production issues in QS lab and manufacturing areas, maintains proper documentation. Prepares technical reports.
• Perform Environmental Swabs, ATP Swabs, Pre-OP Inspections as required.
• Participates in equipment calibration, purchasing, electronic records system and safety program.
• Participates in various internal audits (Quality Systems, GMP, and Food Safety), as required.
• Maintains proper laboratory records (written and computer) and provides results in the required format. Prepares reports, as required.
• Communicates with other departments to provide results and technical support, as required.
• Conducts on-line product and process inspection and/or audits.
• Acquires and maintains the necessary skills and knowledge through reading and training in new areas.
• Updates and maintains various aspects of plant quality system, as instructed.
  

Qualifications:

• University degree, preferably in Food Science with 1-2 years of hands-on experience within food manufacturing – Required.

• Excellent communications skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer(*):
Paid top-up for Pregnancy, Parental and Compassionate Care leave.

Health and Group Benefits (100% of premiums paid by Griffith foods).
Education reimbursement program.
Life event recognition and on the job recognition.
Generous defined contribution retirement plan.
Career development and growth opportunities.
Annual wellness allowance.
Annual incentive.

*Please note that terms and conditions apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Griffith Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. If you need assistance or require accommodation please contact: [email protected].