FSQA Technician (15 Months Contract)

Location and working conditions

• Work at the HelloFresh distribution center at 3331 Mount Lehman Rd, Abbotsford, BC.
• Work in a refrigerated environment of 0°C to 4°C and may be exposed to common food allergens, including peanuts, tree nuts, and milk.

Shift schedule

• Rotational schedule based on a six-week cycle, including morning, midday, and evening shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Hours and days vary with business needs; overtime and varying shifts may be required.

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Monitor operations and maintain accurate records, including GMP records and temperature logs; inspect intake, work-in-progress, and finished production.
• Monitor pre- and post-operation sanitation of the processing environment and equipment; conduct environmental sampling, ATP swabbing, and calibration verification.
• Train associates, create tickets for product non-conformances, and work with the Quality and Technical team on shelf-life studies.
• Communicate with Operations, Procurement, and Logistics; uphold food safety and quality protocols and comply with occupational health and safety regulations.
• Use safety equipment as directed and report workplace hazards.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in biological, chemical, or food sciences, or equivalent experience.
• At least 2 years of food safety or quality assurance experience in food, cosmetics, or another regulated industry.
• Understanding of HACCP principles, the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations, and GFSI schemes.
• Able to work in a refrigerated environment, flexible for variable shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Able to communicate in written and spoken English; basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and video conferencing tools.
• Able to collaborate across departments and work independently in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Health benefits and shift premiums are available for afternoon and overnight shifts.
• 75% discount on HelloFresh or Chefs Plate weekly box subscriptions.
• Opportunity to learn and grow with a supportive team.