Quality Technician

Pelham, ON

The Quality Technician will verify that production activities and staff comply with all regulations through on-site observation, inspections and auditing, ensuring that any deviations are documented, managed and controlled. The Quality Technician will complete preoperational inspections of facilities and equipment prior to production start-up.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Performing in-process controls such as swabbing equipment for micro contamination and/or residue; settling plates (air testing), water testing, etc.
Perform documentation review (i.e. batch manufacturing and/or packaging records, etc.) with high attention to detail using working knowledge of quality concepts and internal procedures.
Coordinate with other Quality and Production employees to ensure all records are prepared and/or reviewed in a timely manner.
Prepare and present quality investigation reports.
Audit production equipment records for preventative maintenance and calibrations, including balances in rooms, probes, and equipment filters.
Ensure that all activities are documented as indicated in the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)/batch manufacturing instructions and are compliant with GDP, and with the Cannabis Regulations.
Assists with process improvement activities and assists in appropriate re-training
Work in compliance of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
Comply with Quality standard operating procedures, policies and guidelines
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Post-secondary education is considered an asset.
Demonstrated proficiency to communicate (both verbally and written) in the English language
Demonstrated attention to detail in a fast paced, high stress environment
Must be completely proficient in Microsoft Office
Result- oriented with the ability to interpret and effectively manage multiple and competing priorities and time lines
Commitment to working in a team environment, with established team building abilities
Posses a high level of good judgement
Good observation skills
Flexibility in scheduling

Work Conditions

Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.
May on occasion be exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.
May work near others and can share the same work space.

Physical and Mental Demands

Physical

Stand for long periods of time with occasional sitting and walking
Talk or hear, both in person and by telephone
Use hands repetitively to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment
Manual dexterity with the ability to flex, reach and use fingers
Reach with hands and arms
Conduct routine and repetitive tasks
Lift up to 50 pounds.

Vision Demands

Include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus

Mental Demands

Use written and oral communication skills
Read and interpret data, information and documents
Analyze and solve non-routine and complex problems
Observe and interpret situations
Learn and apply new information or skills
Perform detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks
Work under deadlines with frequent interruptions
Interact with peers, management and others encountered in the course of work

HEXO cultivates an inclusive and respectful workplace. This includes treating everyone with dignity and fairness, and maintaining a workplace that is free of harassment, discrimination, and violence. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and people from different backgrounds and capabilities. This diversity brings our organization a wealth of experience that builds a better team. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring and selection process.