Quality Assurance and Control Specialist

Job Purpose

We are seeking a detail-oriented food safety professional to build and own the HACCP plan and prerequisite programs, maintain procedures and documentation, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, finished product specifications, and company food safety and quality standards at our Vancouver Ethical Bean facility. This role will lead and coordinate change controls, deviations, and non-conformance reports; report non-compliance and drive corrective actions;

prepare the plant and warehouse for internal, supplier, co‑manufacturer, and third‑party audits; and facilitate regulatory and supplier audits. The role includes conducting food safety and hygiene training for production staff, performing post‑operation inspections to verify cleaning standards, coordinating annual equipment calibrations and finished‑product testing with contractors, and communicating quality documents with partners. This role will also assist with complaint and incident investigations, non‑conforming product handling, and preparation of quality and safety reports while using ERP/quality systems (e.g., SAP) and Microsoft Office to manage records.

• Build and own the HACCP plan and prerequisite programs and adhere to food safety and quality programs and standards.
• Maintain procedures and documentation to meet food safety requirements.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, food safety programs and finished product specifications.
• Report non‑compliance and take corrective actions to ensure compliance with all quality and food safety requirements daily.
• Lead and coordinate the implementation of change controls, deviations and non‑conformance reports.
• Handle and prepare the plant and warehouse for all quality audits.
• Communicate documents with co‑manufacturers and partners.
• Facilitate regulatory audits, supplier audits, and third‑party audits.
• Conduct food safety and hygiene training for production staff.
• Conduct post‑operation inspections to ensure cleaning standards comply with the written program.
• Coordinate with related contractors for equipment annual calibration and finished product testing.
• Train staff on proper inspection procedure practices, GMP and programs.
• Assist with complaints investigations, incidents, corrective actions coordination, and non‑conforming product handling.
• Prepare quality and safety reports.

• Possession of a Diploma or University Degree in Food Science or related field is a strong asset.
• At least 3 years of experience working in the food industry as a HACCP coordinator or QA/QC is a strong asset.
• Strong hands‑on experience with HACCP and Organic Manufacturing requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, etc.).
• ERP system and quality system experience (e.g., SAP).
• Fluent in written and verbal English.
• Detail‑oriented and organized.
• Innate forward‑thinker with passion for driving positive change.
• Ability to think big picture.
• Passionate about growth.

• Diploma or University Degree in Food Science or related field required.
• Capable of multitasking and self‑motivated (e.g., managing multiple priorities and plants).
• Ability to influence internal and external business partners, assess and manage risk, and communicate across the supply chain.
• Bi‑lingual (English/French).
• HACCP experience preferred.
• Green Belt/Certified Quality Engineer preferred.
• Experience with ISO and/or FSSC 22000 preferred.

Manufacturing plant environment with heavy machinery and equipment. This role requires 25% travel.

• Frequent activity or conditions sustained 1/3 to 2/3 of working hours; upright stance, keyboard or text input; sedentary – occasionally exerting 0–10 lbs of force, limited movement from workstation for brief periods of time.

• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
• Emotional – Employee Family Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial - Savings/Pension, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability, Discounted Perks

Vancouver – Kootenay Street – Office

New Hire Base Salary Range: $0.00 – $0.00.

Bonus:
This position is eligible for a performance‑based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact  for assistance.