Quality Control Technician

Les Vergers Leahy Inc., a leading agri-food processing plant in the production of applesauce, employs more than 280 people spread over several trade shifts. Working conditions are safe and pleasant.

Role

Assist the Laboratory Supervisor and the Quality VP in the coordination of all daily quality control activities.

Responsibilities

More specifically, the selected candidate will have as main responsibilities the following mandates.

Perform the required tests and according to the results, give production authorization to start the production lines in the morning

Communicate the results of the tests and give instructions to the production in order to adjust the quantities of certain materials added during processing (sugar, vitamin C, sulphites)

Develop Certificates of Analysis for batches of finished products

Put products on hold that do not meet quality standards

Participate in various continuous improvement projects

Supervise and monitor pest management activities

Take the samples planned according to the environmental control program (finished products, raw materials, water, surfaces, etc.), organize the sending of samples and analyze the results in order to verify conformity according to the program

In the event of non-compliance or unsatisfactory situations, perform the risk analysis (health and quality), take the necessary actions to correct the situation and document according to the required requirements

Process holds in the system, identify the actions to be taken (if necessary, use AQL-type statistical method), inspect the product held and complete the associated documentation

Respond to the various requests of our customers (eg: send Kosher certificates, declaration of allergens, enter information on our customers websites, etc.)

Perform document management of the quality management system including updating documents following change requests

Are you looking for a stimulating work environment offering challenges that match your ambitions? Send us your resume at rhleahy@vergersleahy.com or by fax at 450-827-2557. For more information about the company, visit www.vergersleahy.com

Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite; Have leadership and initiative

Be methodical and detail oriented

Maintain a positive attitude and cultivate a team spirit

Take initiative and communicate ideas for improving procedures

Pay attention to quality and quantity

Pay attention to health and safety

Be organized

Have an analytical mind

Spoken and written bilingualism