Quality Continuous Improvement Technincan
On-siteAmherst, Nova Scotia, Canada
Amherst, Nova Scotia, CanadaOn-siteFull TimeLarge
Full TimeLarge
Job Summary
Monitor production processes and parameters to ensure compliance with recipes, performing routine inspections on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods. Conduct root cause analyses on quality defects and customer complaints while documenting deviations using iQMS and Cereboro. Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to implement corrective actions and support the Bakery Quality Manager in preparing for BRC audits. Actively participate in daily Quality Huddles to collect samples and analyze data using Six Sigma methodologies. Verify sanitation procedures, enforce allergen controls, and ensure adherence to HACCP and food safety regulations. Obtain a Green Belt in Six Sigma within one year.
Required Qualifications
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field
- 2+ years of experience in quality assurance, continuous improvement, or a related role in a food manufacturing environment
- Strong problem-solving skills and logical thinking to conduct root cause analysis effectively
- Ability to analyze production data and generate actionable insights
- Knowledge of food safety regulations, HACCP principles, and industry best practices
- Experience with quality management software, data analytics tools, and automation systems
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement (CI) methodologies
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across teams
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation
- Adaptive Intelligence - Team Members respond effectively to challenges by evolving their skills, mindset, and approach
- Flexibility, Agility, Adaptability: Thrives in dynamic environments by embracing continuous change. Quickly adjusts to new priorities and actively seeks innovative solutions. Uses setbacks as opportunities for growth and applies a relentless focus on improving outcomes. Approaches challenges with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset and openness to feedback
- Calculated Risk-Taking: Makes strategic decisions by evaluating options and creating contingency plans
- Collaborative Intelligence - Collaborative intelligence empowers teams to unlock collective strengths and achieve results through synergy and mutual trust
- Team First and Collaboration: Engages with Team Members and colleagues, builds relationships, and fosters an inclusive, innovative environment
- Entrepreneurial Intelligence - Equips Team Members to identify opportunities, overcome setbacks, and move ideas to execution effectively
- Continuous Improvement: Drives innovation and optimizes processes to enhance quality and productivity
- Customer and Product Focus: Addresses need proactively with accountability and a solution-oriented mindset
- Fierce Execution: Achieves results with a strategic and hands-on approach, learning from mistakes and building trust
- Inspire & Energize Team Members - Continually inspires and develops Team Members and promote cross-functional collaboration
- Supports, shared knowledge and experience with your Team through authentic conversations and development planning
- Communicates clear expectations
- Uses insight and knowledge to influence others
- Understands and acknowledge differences and modifies style to support unleashing potential
- Demonstrates patience and empathy, while listening
- Create Winning Relationships - Inspire enthusiasm & commitment by communicating a clear path to success
- Empowers others by delegating and providing support and opportunities for growth
- Identifies, raises and resolves conflict
- Builds trust and models the 'Coach Approach'
- Entrepreneurial Leadership - Encourages informed risk-taking and supports learning from outcomes
- Creates an environment where your team enjoys working hard while having fun
- Provides feedback to reinforce results
- Gain expertise in Six Sigma methodology as it applies to quality improvement
- Obtain a Green Belt in Six Sigma within one year of starting the QCI Tech position
- Act as a Six Sigma champion, sharing knowledge and promoting best practices within the bakery team
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of food safety regulations, HACCP principles, and industry best practices (preferred)
- Experience with quality management software, data analytics tools, and automation systems (a plus)
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement (CI) methodologies (preferred)
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