Quality Assurance Specialist (12 month contract)

Groupe Marcelle is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist for a full-time position (37.5 hours/week) on an 12-month contract (maternity leave). This role is fully on-site due to the nature of the position.

Reporting to the Quality Assurance Supervisor, the Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) within the facility. The individual in this role manages the Quality Assurance system to ensure adherence to all applicable regulatory requirements.

A CAREER SIGNED GROUPE MARCELLE
At Groupe Marcelle, we dare to grow together and fully invest ourselves to build a future worthy of our Canadian pride.

Work Location

9200 Chemin Côte-de-Liesse, Montreal
This position is fully on-site, as the responsibilities of the role require consistent in-person collaboration and presence.

Why choose Groupe Marcelle?

A growing Canadian company
A stimulating environment where boldness, empowerment, and partnership are encouraged
A human and committed team made up of passionate people moving forward together

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE
Production Quality Support (QA Floor)

Ensure a daily presence on the production floor to support manufacturing teams
Conduct daily inspections of manufacturing and packaging areas to ensure compliance with GMP requirements
Act as the quality reference for operations
Monitor and manage environmental control systems and related alarms
Oversee the pest control program

Review and Approval

Review batch records (bulk and finished products)
Ensure data integrity and compliance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
Release finished products, bulk products, raw materials, and packaging components for DIN products
Review and approve work orders
Review and approve manufacturing and packaging master records

Document Management & Quality Metrics

Manage quality documentation
Digitize batch records, master records, and training documentation
Maintain and update databases
Track and update key performance indicators (KPIs)

SOPs and Training

Manage procedures within the document management system (DMS)
Ensure timely updates and follow-up on procedural changes

Continuous Improvement

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
Support internal and external audits
Contribute to the optimization of quality processes

WE WOULD LIKE TO MEET YOU IF YOU HAVE

Bachelor’s degree in Science (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, or a related field) or a technical diploma in Quality Assurance
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Quality Assurance within the pharmaceutical, food, or cosmetics industry
Strong knowledge of Quality Assurance principles and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
Experience working in a production environment (operations / QA shop floor support)
Excellent knowledge of GMP standards (Health Canada, FDA)
Proficiency with standard computer tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

AND IF YOU ARE

Someone with exceptional attention to detail and a strong focus on data integrity
Highly organized, autonomous, and proactive, with a strong sense of initiative
A strong problem solver
An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills
A demonstrated leader
A collaborative team player

Please note that the tasks and responsibilities listed above are intended as a summary and are not exhaustive.