Quality Control Advisor

Job Type Regular People are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone’s impact truly matters. At Agropur, each role aims to generate value and have a tangible impact on collective performance. The Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for overseeing and executing quality assurance and food safety programs at the plant level. This role ensures that all production processes adhere to quality standards and collaborates with cross-functional teams to identify and address quality issues. The QA Specialist plays a key role in driving continuous improvement initiatives, training employees, and supporting audit readiness. ‘Context to maximize your impact:’

• Recognition of years of service for vacation calculation;
• Flexible group insurance plan including telemedicine services;
• Employee assistance program;
• Opportunities to invest in yourself (career development, etc.);
• Pension plan with company contributions;
• Salary range 004: $73,000$ à $91,200 (Salary will be determined based on skills, education, training & experience related to the position.)

‘Where you willdrivevalue:’

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of quality systems (HACCP, GMPs, GLPs, food safety programs).
• Coordinate audits and ensure compliance with regulatory and internal standards.
• Analyze quality data (KPIs, test results) and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Collaborate with production and cross-functional teams to resolve non-conformities and improve processes.
• Manage customer and supplier complaints, including investigation, root cause analysis, and resolution.
• Oversee sampling programs and ensure accurate data collection, documentation, and audit readiness.
• Develop and deliver training on quality and food safety standards to plant employees.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, maintain SOPs, and ensure effective product hold/release processes.

‘What will enable you to have an impact:’

• Associate’s Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field (required).
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum of three (3) years in quality assurance in a food manufacturing environment.
• Experience with HACCP, GMPs, GLPs, and regulatory compliance.
• HACCP Certification preferred
• SQF Practitioner preferred

A role aligned with what creates the greatest collective impact. Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.