quality control inspector - textiles

Company: Shediac Lobster Shop Ltd.Department: Quality Assurance / Quality ControlReports To: Quality Assurance ManagerIndustry: Seafood / Lobster ProcessingStatus Requirement: Applicants MUST be in one of the following Status : Canadian, PR,Open Permit, RefugeeApplicants must have strong background in Quality Control.The Quality Assurance Assistant position is responsible for overseeing the monitoring of product and production activities to ensure lobster products meet established food safety, quality, regulatory and customer requirements. Assist the Quality Assurance Manager with reviews, audits, verification and trend analysis, CAPA preparation, coordinating implementation and verification activities associated with implemented CAPA plans.The QA employee performs verification on routine inspections, checks, monitoring and documentation throughout production and identifies product or process issues requiring attention, correction or escalation. QA Assistant also works closely with QC technicians and leads to ensure accuracy and compliance. The position works closely with all departments, reports quality or food safety concerns to the Quality Assurance Manager and assists in the resolution of those concerns.Key ResponsibilitiesProduction & Product MonitoringConduct routine verifications of quality checks throughout production.Inspect raw materials, work-in-process and finished products for compliance with established specifications.Monitor product quality, condition, appearance and other required product characteristics.Verify that products meet applicable customer and company specifications.Review defects, deviations or unacceptable product for compliance corrective actions.Communicate quality concerns immediately to Production and/or the QA Manager.Assist in preventing non-conforming product from being released.Food Safety & Process ControlsReview and verify food safety and process monitoring activities.Temperatures and other established process controls.Verify that required production and food safety checks are completed at the required frequency against records and recording activities.Observe employee compliance with GMPs, hygiene and food-handling requirements.Report food safety concerns or deviations immediately.Assist and oversee verification of sanitation processes and results.Product Specifications & Label VerificationVerify product against applicable specifications.Ensure labels and packaging for accuracy.Identify incorrect or non-compliant labels or packaging before product is released.Correct and report specification or labeling discrepancies to the QA Manager.Non-Conforming ProductAssist in controls of non-conforming products and equipment.Place or assist in placing affected product on HOLD according to company procedures.Clearly identify and segregate held or non-conforming products.Control deviations and notify the QA Manager and Production.Assist with product evaluation, reinspection and corrective actions as directed.Verify corrections when assigned before affected production continues or product is released.Records & DocumentationAccurately complete assigned QC monitoring forms and records.Record inspection results, temperatures, product checks and deviations.Ensure records are completed at the time monitoring occurs.Document corrective actions taken when required.Maintain clear, accurate and legible records.Submit completed records to the QA Manager according to established procedures.Review, organize and when required verify documents and records.Traceability & Product ControlAssist with traceability activities and product identification.Support product hold, release and recall activities when required.Assist the QA Manager with traceability exercises and product investigations.CommunicationCommunicate quality and food safety concerns promptly and professionally.Work cooperatively with all departments in addressing, and implementing corrective and preventative actions.Escalate significa