About this role
<p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 6.0pt;text-align:center;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:#e36c0a">Do you have the appetite to Grow Your Magic?</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Consumers everywhere are increasingly conscious of the quality of the food they eat. Puratos develops, produces and distributes a unique range of ingredients for bakers, pastry-chefs and chocolatiers who demand the very highest quality.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Founded in Belgium in 1919, Puratos is growing rapidly with over 10,000 employees in 85 countries. Our passion for innovation, pioneering spirit and core values continue to propel our global ambitions. This coupled with our commitment to our communities is what makes working at Puratos so magical.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Posting Date : June 16, 2026<br>Withdrawal Date : June 19, 2026</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:center;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:#c00000">Quality Assurance / Control Technician</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:center;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:#c00000">(Contract)</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:center;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:#c00000">(Chilliwack)</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">The primary role of the Quality Assurance / Quality Control Technician is to support the Food Safety and Quality Management System through routine quality assurance, laboratory testing, product verification, documentation control, and product release activities.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Supports food safety and quality systems by implementing procedures and enforcing GMP, HACCP, and food safety requirements.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Performs sampling, testing, and analysis (pH, Brix, temperature, weights).</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Conducts in-process checks and monitors CCP/OPRP requirements.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Coordinates internal and external lab testing and maintains documentation.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Reviews batch documentation and facilitates product release.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Maintains records and supports SOP/document control.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Supports GMP inspections and certification requirements.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Performs lab housekeeping, sanitation, and inventory monitoring.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Collaborates with Production, R&D, Maintenance, Warehouse, and Sanitation.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Supports investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><strong><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Hazard and Safety Requirement</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Follow all Occupational Health and Safety procedures.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Ensure safe handling and disposal of lab materials.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Maintain a clean and hazard-free work environment.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Report hazards and unsafe conditions.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><strong><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Competencies</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Committed to adhere to company values:</p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Team spirit</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Ethics</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Quality</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Passion</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Courage</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Vision</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><strong><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Skills, Education and Experience Requirements</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Diploma or degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field OR equivalent experience.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Strong knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and food safety systems.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Strong communication and teamwork skills.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Strong organizational and analytical skills.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><span style="font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Flexible to work shifts and weekends.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:#c00000"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:#c00000">To Apply:</span></strong></p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><a href="https://www.puratos.ca/en/about-puratos/jobs"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">https://www.puratos.ca/en/about-puratos/jobs</span></a></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><strong><em><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:#c00000">We Offer:</span></em></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 6.0pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><em><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif"> </span></em></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 6.0pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><em><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Puratos provides a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment that encourages our people to take initiative and bring ideas that will contribute to the success of the company. Of course, Puratos offers a competitive compensation package (wages, group insurance, training, etc) but additionally, offers you a position that you can further develop and shape.</span></em></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 6.0pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Hourly Rate of Pay $22 per hour (this is a Contract position until the end of the year 2026 and could be extended)</span></strong></p> <div style="border:none;border-top:solid black 1.0pt;padding:1.0pt 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm"> <p style="text-align:justify;border:none;padding:0.0cm;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><em><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif">Puratos Canada Inc. is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. Accommodation is available on request for applicants.</span></em></p> </div> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:black">Please note that applications will not be accepted through email or LinkedIn. All candidates <u>must</u> apply for Puratos Canada Inc. positions through the direct job posting on our website. No agencies please.</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Please note that applications will not be accepted through email or LinkedIn. Apply through the official website only.</p>