Quality Assurance Specialist (Regulatory)

Come join Pattison Food Group Ltd., a Jim Pattison business, and Canada's largest Western-based provider of food and health products.

Pattison Food Group Ltd. consists of Save-On-Foods and other well-known grocery banners. With nearly 300 retail locations, we proudly employ more than 30,000 team members.

We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time temporary Quality Assurance Specialist (Regulatory) to join our Quality Assurance team in Langley, BC.

This temporary position is expected to last 12 months.

Reporting to the Supervisor, Quality Assurance, you will be responsible for carrying out all regulatory aspects of the quality assurance program as it relates to providing and maintaining best in class products for the Pattison Food Group (PFG) brands.

You will be responsible for:

• Acting as a subject matter expert on product quality, industry standards, and regulatory compliance for all PFG food products.
• Supporting the development of PFG branded co-pack and manufactured products.
• Working with brand departments and suppliers to ensure labeling requirements are met for all new and updated product packaging.
• Reviewing and approving required documentation for all PFG branded products, including specifications, certifications, art production files, and label proofs.
• Working with in-house teams and suppliers to correct discrepancies between finished products and approved specifications.
• Tracking regulatory updates on project timelines and following up with stakeholders.
• Training stakeholders on Health Canada or CFIA regulation updates and quality assurance requirements.
• Supporting product complaint investigations and responding to inquiries.
• Supporting new supplier approval and import control as required.

You have:

• 3-5 years of food industry and regulatory compliance experience.
• A bachelor's degree in microbiology, food science or other relevant discipline.
• Working knowledge of government labelling regulations and claims related to food, non-food, OTC pharmaceutical, pet food, and cosmetic products.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• A solid understanding of Health Canada and CFIA/USDA regulations

You are:

• Passionate about food and thrive in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• A strong communicator, both written and verbal, with the ability to work collaboratively with different stakeholders.
• Organized and able to multitask with strong time management skills.
• A problem solver with strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

What we offer:

In addition to a highly competitive salary, we offer free parking, exclusive team member offers, employee assistance and health and wellness programs and opportunities for development and career progression.

If you're looking to join a team that puts people first, you're in the right place. Apply online today!

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Compensation Details:
$72,720.00 - $90,900.00
The compensation offered for this position will take into consideration location, education, skills, experience, and other factors.