QA Technician, Distribution Center

Interested in joining Canada’s largest poultry processor? At Maple Lodge Farms, we’re not only passionate about our chickens, but our people, too. We operate to the latest in technological, health and safety, and quality standards. With rapid expansion over the years, and continued innovation and investment in growth, we’re looking for committed, team players to join the Maple Lodge family. As a proudly family-owned Canadian company, we’re passionate about what we do. If you’re a committed team player, we would love to have you as part of our team.

Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, the QA Technician, Distribution Center, will be responsible for This job will serve as a support role for the completion of daily tasks required to maintain the integrity of the Food Safety Management system within the Quality Assurance department.

This is a new position for the company.

Shift: Mon - Fri --12:15pm-8:45pm (fully onsite, in-person) flexibility required What's in it for you?

• Health benefits and pension plan
• Weekly pay
• Discount at our Chicken Shop
• Opportunities for career advancement
• A culture that values humility, respect for family and hard work

What You Will Be Doing

• Tasks related to document control which include maintenance of registers/logbooks, participation in the annual document review, lead communication on document changes, filing of records as needed on the public drive, review of operational records for accuracy and completeness.
• Monitoring of Site, building and Vehicle Operational Requirements
• Monitoring facility Management
• Control of Nonconformances /Execution of the Hold/Release program
• Complaints handling and Investigation on /Product Returns
• Fostering Good Operating Practices
• Special Projects for continual Improvement
• Policies, Processes & Procedures
• Adhere/comply with company policies and procedures.
• Follow all relevant departmental policies, processes, standard operating procedures and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.
• Follow all relevant departmental policies, processes, standard operating procedures and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.
• Assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of improved department-specific processes, policies and procedures.

What You Will Bring

• No previous experience is required;
• Team-player with the ability to interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders
• Analytical, with problem-identification and problem-solving capabilities;
• Ability to work / excel in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and effective multi-tasking is essential;
• General Computer Skills (e.g. MS Office)
• Undergraduate degree in Food Safety, Chemistry, Microbiology, Food Science or related field

Maple Lodge Farms was established in 1955. We are the largest chicken processor in Canada, and we remain family owned. The principles that guided us from our humble beginnings, when Lawrence May sold eggs door-to-door, are the same principles that guide us today: hard work, agricultural wisdom and family values. We are creating a sustainable future by providing healthy, wholesome, best quality chicken products with a focus on the humane treatment of animals, the responsible use of resources and the positive development of our employees and the communities in which we operate.

Please note that any offer of employment will be conditional upon background and reference checks, including a criminal record check.

In accordance with Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) 2003, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants are required to make their needs known in advance.

Our recruitment process may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in reviewing applications. These tools help identify candidates whose qualifications closely align with the job requirements. Please note, these AI tools are not used to disqualify applicants but to support our efforts in efficiently screening large volumes of applications.

We thank all applicants for applying, however, only those chosen will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Team.

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