We currently have an opportunity for a Quality Assurance Manager at our Barrhead, AB location. Reporting to the Director of Operations, Richardson Oilseed Products, the Quality Assurance Manager is responsible for all aspects of supervision of the Products Quality Control and Quality Assurance (QA) program including the direct supervision of unionized employees to meet the stated goals and objectives of the QA Department.
Responsibilities:
- Actively participate as a member of the Products plant leadership team and act as a resource to the Division with respect to Quality and Food Safety
- Ensure all food safety and quality related procedures are implemented effectively with minimal non-conformance and business interruption to plant operations
- Identify, report, investigate and correct all non-conformances including responding to customer complaints
- Provide effective leadership to the QA technical team including development, training, performance monitoring and coaching
- Liaise with other departments and stakeholders including Corporate Quality Assurance regarding Quality and Food Safety matters
- Participate in other projects as assigned and provide advice and support regarding QA and Food Safety
- Develop, monitor and take actions as required to achieve QA goals and objectives
- Make a positive contribution to continuous improvement of the plant operations
Qualifications:
- A degree in core science (biology, chemistry, biochemistry) or food science
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in a laboratory environment
- Level 1 HACCP required, Level 2 preferred
- A minimum of 2-years supervisory experience
- Familiar with implementation of lab policies, SOP’s, preparing budgets
- Able to analyze and interpret data and manage regulatory & safety issues
- Experience with Health & Safety and ISO systems
- Excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem solving skills
- Excellent computer skills
- Experience in the oils and fats industry is considered an asset
Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of competitive salary, pension, a flexible benefits plan and training and career development opportunities.
Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by November 17, 2026.
