Quality Technician

Job Details

Job Title: Quality Technician

Location: Mississauga

Work Arrangement: Onsite

About the Role

Position function: Reporting to the Senior Quality Control Specialist – Warehouse of Caldic Canada Inc., the individual will be responsible to collect and analyze retain samples when applicable and to validate the related documentation of incoming resale/raw materials. This individual will also be responsible for assisting the Shipping/Receiving team with troubleshooting.

Scope: Quality Technician will be involved with the processing of incoming resale/raw materials and validating the product prior to being released for work orders to ship to customers and regional locations. The individual will collect & test retains samples, verify paperwork and validate the related certificates of analyses. This individual will investigate all internal & external raw material non-conformances and work closely with Replenishment, Procurement and Caldic’s suppliers to resolve all such non-conformances. This position will also work closely with Shipping/Receiving and Inventory as a primary resource for warehouse troubleshooting.

Key Responsibilities

• Obtain retain samples, conduct quality testing on incoming raw materials such as oils, vitamins, mineral, etc.; responsible for resale/raw material sampling for materials in packaging up to 1000kg
• Verify all incoming paperwork to ensure product meets specification; review limits, verify lot numbers, troubleshoot any issues or discrepancies such as Letter of Guarantee for a COA that is out of specifications
• Responsible for reviewing of incoming CofAs and updating the batch disposition/stock status of the raw materials
• Assist warehouse and distribution with troubleshooting relating to quality and specification related issues; includes inspecting trailers, identifying products missing supplier labels, inspecting incoming damages and inspecting returned totes for insect activity.
• Coordinate Returned Material Authorization (RMA) when received; Determine what product can be used for re-work, which may require internal quality testing
• Assist in Shelf Life Extension request
• Manage supplier related non-conformance issues when they occur at time of receiving; communicate directly with supplier to confirm return of product, credit or extension of shelf life if applicable 
• Manage incoming damages process; collect all related product information, quantities and pictures of damages to resolve the issue, if product is determined to be suitable for re-work - update status and include description in the system
• Actively contribute to ongoing projects to ensure outstanding quality standards are achieved and effective tracking of incoming materials.
• Responsible for following Food Safety and Quality requirements as per Prerequisite programs, HACCP plans, CCP monitoring and SQF code.

Knowleddge / Skills & Experiences

• Science Degree or Diploma is required (Food Science an asset)
• Working knowledge of HACCP, Food Safety and Food Plant GMP’
• 1-2 years of food manufacturing experience required
• A solid background / experience in food science with strong organization skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to follow through
• Must be able to lift up to 45 lbs.
• Strong computer skills including MS Office

About Caldic

At Caldic, we’re a global leader in distribution solutions, serving diverse markets across the world. Joining us means becoming part of an entrepreneurial, collaborative, and innovation-driven team.

We offer:

• Global opportunities with rapid career growth and development
• An inclusive, diverse, and dynamic work environment
• The chance to shape the future of specialty ingredient solutions across industries like food, pharma, personal care, and more

We operate in 43 countries around the world. Our innovative solutions are tailored to meet the needs of industries such as food, pharma, personal care, and industrial markets, ensuring sustainable success for all stakeholders. To learn more, visit: www.caldic.com

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If you're ready to take your career to the next level and join a global leader, apply now at Caldic!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Caldic celebrates diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, or any other characteristic.