Hamilton, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$45k–$55k/yr
TMF – Lou’s Kitchen is committed to providing the highest quality products to our customers, and the Quality Assurance (QA) Department plays a critical role in achieving this goal. The Junior Quality Assurance Technician…
Skills: Quality assurance, Food safety, HACCP, GMPs, SOPs
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The Junior Quality Assurance Technician supports daily operations by ensuring food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance through inspections, audits, and product testing. They also provide training to employees and collaborate with the R&D team to maintain high product standards.
Candidates must have a university degree or college diploma in a science-related field and 1-3 years of food production quality assurance experience. Strong knowledge of CFIA regulations, GMPs, and excellent communication skills are required for this role.
TMF – Lou’s Kitchen is committed to providing the highest quality products to our customers, and the Quality Assurance (QA) Department plays a critical role in achieving this goal. The Junior Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the QA Department by ensuring food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance throughout the production process.
This role is responsible for conducting inspections, product testing, process audits, documentation review, and product sampling in accordance with established procedures and regulatory requirements. The QA Technician ensures compliance with HACCP, GMPs, SOPs, and all food safety programs while providing training, coaching, and support to employees across the facility. The position serves as a key resource for troubleshooting quality and food safety concerns and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
This position is scheduled on the morning shift, Monday to Friday from 4:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., with occasional Saturday work required at our Stoney Creek facility.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Conducting daily audits on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) in accordance with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) Regulations, Company Policies, and Customer Standards
Monitoring the facility through environmental swabbing, product sampling, and allergen/species testing
Conducting the Hold & Release procedures
Collecting and submitting testing samples for laboratory analysis
Assisting during Third Party Audits, being available for questions and documentation
Creating and monitoring product specifications for all products
Regularly performing Quality Control Checks and Food Safety Assessments, completing the necessary documentation
Prepare training documentation for Employees on our Food Safety Culture, providing regular education sessions
Support employee engagement through positive reinforcement and education of quality assurance practices
Partner with employees and supervisors to ensure Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are followed
Participating in Research & Development of new products, collaborating with the R&D team, culinary team and HACCP coordinator
Benefit package which includes a pension plan;
Dental care;
Vision care;
Extended health care;
Life insurance;
Employee assistance program;
Employee stock purchase plan;
Company events;
And more !
University Degree or College Diploma in a Science related field OR a combination of education and related experience;
1-3 years of Quality Assurance experience within food production (preferably meat protein);
Experience conducting quality assurance audits on a variety of meat products;
Sensory testing experience – specifically with meat products (beef, pork, chicken, turkey);
Excellent knowledge of CFIA regulations and GMPs for food manufacturing;
Strong communication skills: verbal and written English skills required for documentation and training;
Strong influencing skills coupled with action orientation to address issues;
Highly attentive to details for testing and documentation;
Operational experience within a food manufacturing environment is highly valued;
Previous experience facilitating employee training is an asset.
Work Environment
The role is based in a fast-paced plant operations environment characterized by frequent interruptions, varying noise levels, and time-sensitive responsibilities. The position involves a combination of standing, walking, and sitting throughout the workday.
Work areas range from standard office temperatures to cold production environments.
Exposure to raw meat and raw meat biproducts including blood
The position demands high levels of concentration, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.
Flexibility to work extended hours, including weekends or holidays as needed, is essential to meet operational demands.
TMF Lou's Kitchen is committed to Employment Equity and maintaining a diverse workforce. Job applicants who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact our Human Resources Team. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and your request will be responded to as soon as possible.
Heat. Eat. Chill.
Mouth Watering meals for delicious moments. Lou's Kitchen delivers chef crafted fully cooked dishes. For over forty years, we’ve been creating delicious, simple-to-prepare meals for busy Canadians as an alternative to take out and from- scratch homemade meals. Over the decades Lou’s Culinary Team has perfected barbeque sauce recipes and slow roasting techniques to ensure every product delivers perfect taste. Today we offer a wide array of dishes from slow roasted, hand trimmed, beef, pork, chicken, turkey entrees to sous vide vegetable side dishes. We’re constantly exploring different flavour combinations to appeal to all kinds of mealtimes and tastes. Our Culinary Team draws inspiration from far and wide. They continually craft new dishes and flavour experiences with on-trend globally inspired ingredients, techniques and flavours. Our entrees and sides are prepared and seasoned by hand and cooked to juicy perfection. Deliciously tender and ready to enjoy in minutes.
Offices: 46 Community Avenue, Stoney Creek, Ontario L8E 2Y3, CA
Heat. Eat. Chill.
Mouth Watering meals for delicious moments. Lou's Kitchen delivers chef crafted fully cooked dishes. For over forty years, we’ve been creating delicious, simple-to-prepare meals for busy Canadians as an alternative to take out and from- scratch homemade meals. Over the decades Lou’s Culinary Team has perfected barbeque sauce recipes and slow roasting techniques to ensure every product delivers perfect taste. Today we offer a wide array of dishes from slow roasted, hand trimmed, beef, pork, chicken, turkey entrees to sous vide vegetable side dishes. We’re constantly exploring different flavour combinations to appeal to all kinds of mealtimes and tastes. Our Culinary Team draws inspiration from far and wide. They continually craft new dishes and flavour experiences with on-trend globally inspired ingredients, techniques and flavours. Our entrees and sides are prepared and seasoned by hand and cooked to juicy perfection. Deliciously tender and ready to enjoy in minutes.
Offices: 46 Community Avenue, Stoney Creek, Ontario L8E 2Y3, CA
