Quality Supervisor

General Job Description

The Quality Supervisor will aid in implementing and maintaining quality systems and procedures. Using Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and having superior knowledge of compliance requirements set by Health Canada and Eudra Lex, the Quality Supervisor will ensure quality, efficacy, and safety of product and systems. The Quality Supervisor will always follow and advise on AGMEDICA Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and the Cannabis Act and its regulations.

Working under the direction of the Director of Quality and Compliance, perform all tasks, including, but not limited to, risk management, participation in inspections and audits, quality incident report writing, and work as a cooperative member of the QA team.

• Know and follow the Cannabis Act and its regulations, advise on updates when necessary; when necessary;
• Develop, implement and maintain various quality programs and systems, including Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Agricultural and Collection Practices (GACP), Good Production Practices (GPP);
• Carry out production, process, and analytical testing activities as per approved standard operating procedures to provide top quality cannabis products;
• Developing, implementing and reviewing strategies for standard operating procedures, references, and records using software systems; research, coordinate and implement special projects or requirements;
• Perform Quality compliance audits (internal and external) and advise on system improvements; including audits of cannabis plants, processed cannabis, waste inventory, and vendor evaluation;
• Work closely on preparation of audits and corrective action plans with QA and AQAP;
• Quality Management System maintenance and compliance, including management of complaints, non-conformances, deviations, out of specifications, corrective and preventative actions, supplier correction actions and other QMS functions; ensuring completion of review, documentation, investigation, implementation and closures;
• Investigation and review of any client concerns (adverse effects/adverse events, retrievals, or recalls), determine root cause, defining and implementing the corrective action, and perform reporting requirements;
• Advise on system improvements and process development strategies;
• Coordinate QA/QC team members for daily quality assurance and quality control tasks;
• Coordinate quality team members to ensure the dissemination and prioritization of QA and QC tasks are aligned with operational expectations;
• Coordinate quality team members to provide annual, quarterly, monthly, and as requested reports for APQR and MRT;
• Guiding and training personnel, ensure checks and balances for quality, efficacy and safety are at all times followed;
• Mentor and ensure that on-site QA team members are able to perform Quality Supervisor duties in case of absence;
• Support Stability Program, including protocol and report writing and review of reports as required;
• Support qualification and validation activities including protocol and report writing and review of reports as required;
• Hold security clearance under Health Canada and act as Alternate Quality Assurance Person (AQAP).

• Employ professional and clear communication practices to maintain a positive and progressive team atmosphere across all departments.
• Document and track information utilizing advanced computer software systems
• Attend and share in employee meetings; participate in performance reviews.
• Work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance
• Comply with all HR policies including confidentiality and non-disclosure.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by the Quality Assurance Team Manager.

• Always adhere to AgMedica Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to obtain quality, efficacy and safety in all quality assurance protocols and operations;
• Ensure all federal, provincial, and municipal regulations for compliance are implemented and followed during all production, processing, packaging, and maintenance operations;
• Familiar with and follow the Cannabis Act and its regulations; follow GMP standards.
• Personal Protective Equipment must be worn; gowning and area procedures must be followed as per SOP Proper Protective Equipment and SOP Employee Health Hygiene and Dress Code Policy

• Post Secondary Education in Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacy or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in a Quality Assurance role or relevant field, preference given to individuals with GMP and pharmaceutical manufacturing experience
• Experience in and knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Previous work experience with a Licensed Producer (LP) is considered an asset.
• Health Canada security clearance as asset.
• Strong IT knowledge and skills, including superior use of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Experience in validation and qualification reporting is considered an asset.
• Demonstrate necessary comprehension of the English…