Quality Assurance Student

Quality Assurance Summer Student
Belleville, ONFull-Time | 40 Hours/Week | Monday-Friday3-Month Summer Term Contract

About the Role
We are seeking a motivated QA Summer Student or Recent Graduate to join our Quality Assurance team in a fast-paced meat processing facility. This entry-level opportunity provides hands-on experience in food safety, HACCP compliance, environmental monitoring, and quality systems.

This role is ideal for students or recent graduates looking to build practical experience in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with environmental swabbing (ATP, ACC, Listeria)
Support HACCP monitoring and verification activities
Participate in pre-operational inspections
Assist with product sampling and documentation
Review Certificates of Analysis (Cof As)
Enter QA data into spreadsheets and internal systems
Support label verification and product hold/release processes
Participate in internal audits and quality improvement projects

Qualifications

Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Food Science, Microbiology, Biology, or related program
Basic understanding of HACCP and GMPs (asset)
Strong attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Comfortable working in a cold production environment
Reliable transportation required

Working Conditions

Early start times
Cold manufacturing environment
Physically active roles (standing, walking, inspections)

Who We Are:

Sofina Foods is one of Canada's leading manufacturers of primary and further processed protein products for retail and food service customers as well as international markets. We manufacture pork, beef, turkey, chicken, and fish products. Our family of brands include Cuddy, Lilydale, Janes, Mastro, San Daniele, Fletcher's, Vienna, Riserva and Zamzam. We are also the exclusive distributor of Italy's finest Rio Mare & Lavazza products in Canada.
This position is an existing vacancy. We do not use AI.
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