Quality Control Technician

QC Technician
Position Summary
The Quality Control (QC) Technician is a leadership role within the production environment responsible for proactively ensuring that all products, processes, and personnel consistently meet Treasure Mills’ quality and food safety standards.

This position requires a strong floor presence and the authority to enforce compliance with SQF, HACCP, GMP, allergen control, and company policies. The QC Technician’s role is preventative — ensuring standards are followed in real time rather than identifying issues after production is complete.

Key Responsibilities
Quality Leadership & Floor Oversight

Maintain a visible and active presence on the production floor to proactively monitor compliance with quality and food safety standards

Verify that employees are consistently following GMP, allergen control, sanitation, and operational procedures in real time

Intervene immediately when non-compliance is observed to prevent product risk or deviation

Provide immediate coaching and guidance to correct behaviours before issues escalated

Ensure quality standards are being followed during production — not simply verified after completion

Act as a food safety authority within the facility, reinforcing regulatory requirements and company policies

Escalate repeated or serious non-conformances to management

Quality Monitoring & Verification

Perform in-process and finished product inspections to ensure compliance with product specifications

Conduct required quality checks including weight verification, visual inspection, packaging integrity, labeling accuracy, and sensory evaluation

Monitor Critical Control Points (CCPs) and document results in accordance with HACCP plans

Verify allergen controls and sanitation effectiveness

Conduct environmental and product sampling as required

Perform other quality and food safety-related duties as assigned by Management to support operational needs

Documentation & Traceability

Complete quality control records accurately and in real time

Review batch records, production documentation, and lot traceability information

Ensure all documentation is complete, accurate, and audit-ready

Maintain records in accordance with SQF and regulatory requirements

Food Safety & Compliance

Enforce adherence to SQF, HACCP, and GMP standards

Conduct GMP audits and sanitation inspections throughout the facility

Identify non-conformances and initiate deviation reports

Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation

Support internal, customer, and third-party audits

Promote a culture of food safety awareness and accountability

Authority & Accountability

Authorized to stop production if food safety, allergen control, or product integrity is compromised

Authorized to place product on hold if specifications are not met

Responsible for proactive identification and prevention of quality risks

Accountable for ensuring compliance with established food safety systems

Qualifications & Requirements

2–3 years of experience in food manufacturing quality control (bakery experience preferred)

Strong working knowledge of SQF, HACCP, GMP, and allergen control programs

Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy

Ability to confidently address non-compliance and communicate corrective actions

Strong organizational and communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to stand for extended periods

Ability to lift up to 30 lbs

Flexibility to work various shifts as required

Work Environment & Schedule

24-hour production facility operating Monday through Friday

Shift work required

Overtime and weekend work may be required based on operational needs

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