THE OPPORTUNITY
The Quality Assurance (QA) Associate assists the Head of Quality and Regulatory to ensure proper execution of all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for continuous cannabis production and improvement in accordance with Cannabis Act/Regulations, Good Production Practice (GPP), company and customer expectations. This role also compiles, maintains, and archives Batch Production Record and QA documents etc.
YOU WILL
Support the Head of Quality and Regulatory as required
Represent QA as an ambassador for the Cannabis Act, and regulatory compliance with respect to GMPs and company SOPs
Complete Batch Record Reviews
Complete all required documentation using Good Documentation Practices (GDPs)
Implementation and continuous improvement of quality procedures
Reviewing quality documentation, as appropriate
Deviations, Investigations, and CAPA reviews, including documentation and investigation of complaints and non-conformances leading to identification of the root cause; Assigning and implementing effective CAPAs to promote continuous improvement, as required
Implement and track KPI’s
Compiling customer specific documentation for sales orders
Assist with vendor qualifications
Participate in both internal and external audits as required
Provide GMP, GDP and GACP training, as required
Provide quality support, mentoring, and guidance for internal departments
Other duties as assigned by Quality Management
WHO YOU ARE
Bachelor’s degree in related scientific field (Pharmaceutical, Chemistry, Biology etc.)
Minimum 2 years working in a Quality manufacturing environment in a regulated industry
Familiar with GMP/GPP/GDP
Cannabis experience considered an asset
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Understanding of Quality Management Systems including batch record review, batch release, document control, change control, deviations, investigations and CAPA
Fluency in MS Office is mandatory
Competency of technical writing (SOPs, Annual Reports, Investigation Summary)
Ability to work independently, with a strong attention to detail
Ability to multitask and adapt
The Company is a committed equal opportunity employer. Flowr’s recruitment strategy is designed to attract the best person for each position, to ensure equality of opportunity for all applicants, and to promote our corporate vision and culture. When considering applicants for positions within our Company, only job related criteria such as ability, merit and responsibility are used to evaluate applicants. Flowr prohibits discrimination or harassment on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.
The Company is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. The Company believes in integration and equal opportunity. The Company is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner and will do so by identifying barriers to accessibility, removing barriers to accessibility and meeting accessibility standards in accordance with applicable law
