Quality Assurance Specialist

At Cronos Growing Company (GrowCo), we are focused on developing and retaining a motivated and highly skill team. We are working towards building one of the strongest brands in the global cannabis industry. We are in the process of building a world-class, high functioning team. The working environment will provide several great opportunities for growth and career development. We are looking for talented people with a passion for agriculture and the cannabis industry, an excitement for innovative technology and research, and a thirst to learn. Want to get involved? We want to hear from you! Summary:
If you value ethics, love finding creative solutions, and have a passion for compliance, then this is the job for you! The Quality Assurance Specialist under the direction of the QA/RA Manager is primarily responsible for the monitoring and quality control of cannabis production and extraction processes. The role will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with the Cannabis Regulations/SOR-2018-144 and Good Production Practices (GPP).
This position is based out of Kingsville, Ontario. Job Duties:

• Ensure that all standard operating procedures are being strictly followed.
• Ensure compliance with Cannabis Regulations/SOR-2018-144.
• Investigate and report quality deviations, SCARs, etc.; and implement CAPAs.
• Perform Moisture test and sampling to ensure compliance with regulations
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures.
• Perform internal QA audits that are compliant with corporate policies, practices, and procedures.
• Adopt and incorporate quality methods into everyday work.
• Prepare Quality Control specifications for bulk products, raw materials, components and finished products.
• Maintain QA control documentation.
• Identify relevant QA training needs and opportunities.
• Conduct tests and create reports in compliance with corporate policies, practices, and Conduct risk procedures.
• Assist with the maintenance of QA monitoring programs, including audits, controls, and other qualifiers.
• Analysis, verification, validation activities, and formal design reviews, as applicable.
• Ensure that refuse and cannabis products are managed or destroyed in accordance with Cannabis Regulations/SOR-2018-144.
• Complete inspection reports on production equipment, sanitation practices, and production areas.
• Train staff on operating procedures and GPP.
• Review complaints and follow up with appropriate departments.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of work experience in a quality assurance role in pharmaceutical, food, or related industry.
• University degree in science or related discipline (chemistry, biology, pharmacology).
• Previous experience with extraction equipment.
• Knowledge of Cannabis Regulations/SOR-2018-144 and other regulatory requirements is anasset.
• Experience with an organization regulated by HACCP or experience in a similarly regulatedenvironment (GMP, GAP, GPP).
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to follow strict operating procedures.
• Ability to work individually as well as part of a team.
• Ability to adapt to new technology.
• Dedication to safety measures and best practices.
• Ability to prioritize and manage conflicting demands.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• High level of integrity and work ethic.
• Fluent in Spanish would be an asset.

Work Conditions:

• Repetitive work.
• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.
• Working in a busy environment with frequent interruptions.
• Use of required personal protective equipment.
• Weekends and evenings will be required on a rotating basis based on business needs and grow cycle.

NOTE: Job Description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Cronos GrowCo supports a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals in the job application process.