Quality Assurance -Quality Control / Cannabis

Position Overview

Quality Assurance associate will be responsible for developing and overseeing the quality management system, ensuring that all cannabis products meet regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have a QAP (Quality Assurance Person) certification, experience in quality assurance in highly regulated industries, and a strong background in compliance, auditing, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Health Canada’s cannabis regulations, including Good Production Practices (GPP) and Good Document Practices (GDP).
• Develop, implement, and maintain a robust Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure the consistency and safety of all products.
• Track, maintain and archive controlled documents and file records for all quality-related activities within the facility, as per procedural and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure incoming materials are received from qualified vendors and are within specification.
• Participate in root-cause analysis, deviations, complaints and adverse reactions, product recalls, and other investigation activities to ensure that effective corrective/preventive actions are implemented, and processes are improved.
• Prepare samples to send to a third-party laboratory for analysis.
• Conduct regular audits of facilities, processes, and products to ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
• Manage product recalls and adverse events, conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• Collaborate with other departments (e.g., production, R\&D, regulatory affairs) to integrate quality assurance measures into all stages of product development and manufacturing.
• Maintain and renew QAP certification, ensuring the company is always compliant with Health Canada’s regulations.
• Monitor industry trends and regulatory updates, ensuring the company remains proactive in maintaining compliance.
• Develop and maintain relationships with regulatory bodies and third-party auditors.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, reduce risk, and optimize processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline).
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Quality Assurance, preferably in the cannabis, pharmaceutical, or food industries.
• Strong knowledge of Health Canada’s cannabis regulations, including GPP and GMP.
• Proven leadership skills, with experience managing cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in audit management and regulatory inspections.
• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: $50,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Vision care
• Ability to commute/relocate:
• Pointe-Claire, QC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience

• quality assurance: 3 years (required)
• Work Location: In person