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Cavendish Farms Quality Assurance Technician Location: 303 Milo Rd, Wheatley, Ontario Job Details Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, the QA Technician will manage and coordinate all aspects of raw procurement and delivery for Cavendish Appetizer's Wheatley facility. The candidate must be a selfstarter with a strong work ethic, Can Do attitude, and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment. Responsibilities Perform physical testing and quality grading of food production samples to ensure the product conforms to company product specifications. Perform microbiological, chemical, and physical tests on purchased food ingredients and finished products in accordance with the Company procedures manual. Perform microbiological, chemical, and physical tests on wastewater samples (BOD, TSS, pH, Phosphate, Ammonia, Microbiological). Conduct routine sanitation inspections of processing equipment at critical points in the production area of the plant and determine potential sources of contamination. Document test results and effectively communicate to Quality and Production Managers. Play an integral part in food safety, internal and external audits. Ensure proper methods and procedures are followed in accordance with food safety standards and Health and Safety policies. Maintain good laboratory practices (GLP) and laboratory testing records. Work on projects as assigned by the Quality Manager or their designate. Qualifications Laboratory Technician with experience in standard microbiological plating methods. Environmental Technician with experience in Wastewater Analysis. Working knowledge of Food Safety Programs including HACCP and SQF. 2 years work experience in a food processing facility. Strong written and communication skills. Experience with ERP systems such as JD Edwards, SAP, etc. Strong skills in data analysis Excel spreadsheets and graphing. About the Team Cavendish Farms is a familyrun company that works from seed to table, providing opportunities to explore and grow. Our mission is to deliver quality frozen potato products and appetizers across Canada and the United States. We value integrity, passion, and an inclusive workplace where all colleagues are appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. Benefits Location: Wheatley, ON Work location: Onsite Salary: $23.00 to $65.00 per hour Terms of employment: Permanent, full time Starts as soon as possibleSource: CareerBeacon #2449038 EEO Statement We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. We appreciate your interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Advertised until 2025-11-18 #J-18808-Ljbffr