Position Type:
Temporary full-time position (40 hours per week), Monday to Friday, with weekend availability as needed.
Duration:
2-month contract (May 5 to June 27, 2025) | 100% on-site work at the greenhouse location
Job Location:
Vegpro's new greenhouse complex: 241, Rang St-Louis, Sherrington, QC, J0L 2N0
Job Description
The Quality Assurance Manager (Greenhouse Project) will report directly to the Greenhouse Director. This person will have the opportunity to be involved in the very first phases of quality-related activities for the startup of Vegpro International Inc.’s new greenhouse project. The selected candidate will work closely with the greenhouse growing and packaging teams to ensure that the production and packaging processes, as well as the finished products, meet Vegpro International Inc.'s quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement programs related to food safety, sanitation, and regulatory affairs
Obtain and maintain various GFSI and regulatory quality certifications for the organization
Develop and implement processes, procedures, and work methods to ensure efficient use of labor
Collaborate with various managers to improve existing processes, roll out improvement projects, and optimize practices
Build and maintain strong relationships with government authorities, certification bodies, customers, and suppliers
Solve problems and drive improvements using scientific reasoning and risk management
Implement and monitor quality performance indicators
Ensure achievement of corporate strategies and objectives
Positively promote a strong food safety culture within the organization
Perform any other related duties as required
Main Responsibilities
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science and Technology or any other relevant field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role
Strong knowledge of food industry trends, regulatory requirements, HACCP, and GFSI standards
Bilingualism (French/English) is required. The Quality Assurance Manager (Greenhouse Project) must be able to communicate (both verbally and in writing) in French and English with clients and suppliers based in Quebec and outside the province, as well as with internal collaborators in Quebec, British Columbia, and Florida
Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Demonstrated leadership and influencing skills
Ability to manage multiple files and prioritize effectively
Autonomy and strong team collaboration skills
Analytical mindset and structured approach
Knowledge of the agricultural and/or greenhouse sector is an asset
Training in continuous improvement is an asset
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