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Lab Technician / Pharmacist
Quality Assurance Technician
Lab Technician / Pharmacist
#32072
Remote / WFH
Meadow Valley Meats
Job Description
Company Overview
Meadow Valley Meats is a growing food manufacturing company committed to producing safe, high-quality meat and dairy products for customers throughout British Columbia. We are seeking a detail-oriented FSQA/QC Technician to join our Food Safety & Quality Assurance team.
Summary
Reporting to the FSQA Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining food safety, regulatory compliance, and product quality across our processing facilities. This position works closely with production, sanitation, maintenance, and management teams to ensure products are manufactured to the highest standards from receiving through shipping.
If you are passionate about food safety, quality systems, and continuous improvement, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Food Safety & HACCP
Monitor and verify Critical Control Points (CCPs) as defined in HACCP plans
Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly operational, GMP, and sanitation inspections
Maintain HACCP, GMP, SOP, and food safety records
Identify, investigate, and document non-conformances and deviations
Participate in internal audits, customer audits, and regulatory inspections
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to food safety and quality systems
Product Inspection & Testing
Calibrate and verify quality control equipment including thermometers, scales, and pH meters
Verify metal detection and X-ray equipment performance according to established schedules
Documentation & Reporting
Complete QA/QC inspection reports, logs, and CCP records accurately and on time
Maintain traceability documentation for raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods
Assist with customer complaint investigations and corrective actions
Support specification management and label verification activities
Training & Communication
Train and coach employees on GMPs, food safety requirements, and quality expectations
Communicate food safety and quality concerns promptly to supervisors and management
Support a positive food safety culture throughout the organization
Qualifications
Required
Post-secondary education in Food Science, Biology, Food Technology, or a related field
Minimum 1 year of experience in food manufacturing, food processing, dairy processing, or meat processing
HACCP certification (HACCP Alliance, SQF Practitioner, or equivalent)
Knowledge of HACCP principles, GMPs, sanitation programs, and food safety systems
Familiarity with SQF, BRCGS, or other recognized food safety certification standards
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal
Preferred
Experience in federally or provincially regulated meat processing facilities
Experience with quality management systems (QMS)
Internal auditor training or audit experience
Work Environment
This position works in both dairy and meat processing environments and will be exposed to:
Cold and wet conditions (0°C–10°C)
Loud production equipment
Strong food-processing odours
Raw meat and food products
Fast-paced production environments
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Ability to work throughout processing, production, and warehouse areas
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
Ability to perform inspections in active manufacturing environments
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive hourly wage based on experience and qualifications
Extended health and dental benefits following successful completion of the probationary period
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter outlining their relevant experience and qualifications.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: $25.00-$27.00 per hour
Benefits:
Company events
Dental care
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Store discount
Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
Chilliwack, BC V2P 4W8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
This position requires travel between Chilliwack and Agassiz, are you able to commit to this requirement?
Education:
DCS / DEC (preferred)
Experience:
dairy processing: 1 year (required)
meat processing: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
HACCP Certification (preferred)
Location:
Chilliwack, BC V2P 4W8 (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Meadow Valley Meats is a growing food manufacturing company committed to producing safe, high-quality meat and dairy products for customers throughout British Columbia. We are seeking a detail-oriented FSQA/QC Technician to join our Food Safety & Quality Assurance team.
Summary
Reporting to the FSQA Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining food safety, regulatory compliance, and product quality across our processing facilities. This position works closely with production, sanitation, maintenance, and management teams to ensure products are manufactured to the highest standards from receiving through shipping.
If you are passionate about food safety, quality systems, and continuous improvement, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Food Safety & HACCP
Monitor and verify Critical Control Points (CCPs) as defined in HACCP plans
Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly operational, GMP, and sanitation inspections
Maintain HACCP, GMP, SOP, and food safety records
Identify, investigate, and document non-conformances and deviations
Participate in internal audits, customer audits, and regulatory inspections
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to food safety and quality systems
Product Inspection & Testing
Calibrate and verify quality control equipment including thermometers, scales, and pH meters
Verify metal detection and X-ray equipment performance according to established schedules
Documentation & Reporting
Complete QA/QC inspection reports, logs, and CCP records accurately and on time
Maintain traceability documentation for raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods
Assist with customer complaint investigations and corrective actions
Support specification management and label verification activities
Training & Communication
Train and coach employees on GMPs, food safety requirements, and quality expectations
Communicate food safety and quality concerns promptly to supervisors and management
Support a positive food safety culture throughout the organization
Qualifications
Required
Post-secondary education in Food Science, Biology, Food Technology, or a related field
Minimum 1 year of experience in food manufacturing, food processing, dairy processing, or meat processing
HACCP certification (HACCP Alliance, SQF Practitioner, or equivalent)
Knowledge of HACCP principles, GMPs, sanitation programs, and food safety systems
Familiarity with SQF, BRCGS, or other recognized food safety certification standards
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal
Preferred
Experience in federally or provincially regulated meat processing facilities
Experience with quality management systems (QMS)
Internal auditor training or audit experience
Work Environment
This position works in both dairy and meat processing environments and will be exposed to:
Cold and wet conditions (0°C–10°C)
Loud production equipment
Strong food-processing odours
Raw meat and food products
Fast-paced production environments
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Ability to work throughout processing, production, and warehouse areas
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
Ability to perform inspections in active manufacturing environments
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive hourly wage based on experience and qualifications
Extended health and dental benefits following successful completion of the probationary period
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter outlining their relevant experience and qualifications.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: $25.00-$27.00 per hour
Benefits:
Company events
Dental care
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Store discount
Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
Chilliwack, BC V2P 4W8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
This position requires travel between Chilliwack and Agassiz, are you able to commit to this requirement?
Education:
DCS / DEC (preferred)
Experience:
dairy processing: 1 year (required)
meat processing: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
HACCP Certification (preferred)
Location:
Chilliwack, BC V2P 4W8 (preferred)
Work Location: In person
