Quality Assurance Technician

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March 12, 2026 (21 days left to apply) job requisition :
R15795

At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For 165 years, Richardson has been dedicated to Canadian agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and has more than 4,000 employees across Canada, the U.S. and the U.K.Richardson Oilseed is one of Canada’s oldest and largest fully-integrated oilseed processing and packaging operations with three facilities across Canada.

In addition to producing bulk canola oil and meal, our food products division produces a wide variety of canola-based margarines, oils and shortenings for the industrial, retail and food service markets. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and communities.

Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for a
** Quality Assurance Technician
** at our
** Oakville, ON
** location.  A Quality Assurance technician is responsible for ensuring raw material, in-process blends and finished products meet food safety and quality requirements.
** Responsibilities:
*** Conduct inspection & testing analysis on incoming raw materials, additional in-process and finished product according to inspections and test tables
* Texture, moisture, flavor, salt and microbiological and additional testing on products
* Apply hold stickers to non-conforming product, conduct tests on product and update NC database
* Release certificates of analysis for all customers upon request
* Conduct margarine profiles to verify finished product and retained samples maintain quality & food safety parameters
* Other duties as assigned
*
* Qualifications:

*** Grade 12 or equivalent
* Degree or diploma in Food Science, Microbiology or Chemistry – an asset
* 3 – 5 years previous experience in a food manufacturing environment
* Familiar with GMP and HACCP
* Excellent computer, written, documentation and verbal communication skills
* Must be willing to work shifts and overtime

Richardson International provides a comprehensive compensation package consisting of a competitive salary, pension, a flexible benefits plan, and training and career development opportunities.

Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by
** March 11, 2026**.Richardson International values diversity in the workplace.  Women, Indigenous People, Visible Minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify.
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