Quality Technician - 8 month contract

Griffith Foods is the caring, creative product development partner helping food companies meet the evolving needs of consumers while sustaining the planet. As a family business founded in 1919 and headquartered in Alsip, Illinois USA, Griffith Foods is known for true, collaborative innovation guided by their Purpose of “We Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish the World”. The company’s product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet. For more information, visit www.griffithfoods.com.

TITLE:                             Quality Technician - 8 Month Contract

LOCATION:                   Onsite in Scarborough, ON

SHIFT & HOURS:          Monday - Friday 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Hiring Hourly Rate:     $26.00/hr (plus afternoon premium)

Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Griffith Foods is hiring a Quality Technician to perform product testing, maintain laboratory records, calibrate equipment, conduct environmental monitoring, and support quality assurance activities. Working closely with the Quality Manager, you will help ensure products meet quality, food safety, and regulatory standards while maintaining accurate documentation and safe work practices.

As a Quality Technician, your responsibilities will include:

• Communicate daily with Quality Manager on all relevant quality matters.
• Perform analysis on finished product samples to ensure they meet specifications.  Some analysis of raw materials may be required.
• Issue proper laboratory records (written and digital) and provides results in the required format.  Prepare reports, as required.
• Ensure accuracy of lab equipment by calibrating/verifying equipment as assigned.
• Perform the following lab duties:
  • Prepares and standardizes lab reagents.
  • Operates specialized lab instruments.
  • Maintains and updates finished product standards.
• Troubleshoot analysis, equipment and production issues in QS lab and manufacturing areas, maintains proper documentation.  Prepares technical reports.
• Perform Environmental Swabs, ATP Swabs, Pre-OP Inspections as required.
• Support all areas of the business with product quality-related issues.
• Ensures safe work practices are followed.

The Quality Technician position may be right for you if you:

• Detail-Oriented and take pride in maintaining accurate records, following procedures, and ensuring testing precision.
• Strong Problem Solver who enjoys investigating issues, identifying root causes, and implementing effective solutions.
• Communicate Effectively and can collaborate with team members across Production, Operations, and Quality functions.
• Adaptable and Organized and can effectively manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy, consistency, and attention to detail. Take Initiative and proactively contribute to food safety, quality improvements, and continuous improvement activities.
• Take Initiative and proactively contribute to food safety, quality improvements, and continuous improvement activities.

Qualified candidates will have:

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
• 1–2 years of hands-on experience in a food manufacturing, quality assurance, laboratory, or food safety environment.
• Experience performing laboratory testing, maintaining quality documentation, and following standardized procedures.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food safety principles.
• Willingness to work onsite in Scarborough and support the required shift schedule.

What will set you apart:

• HACCP certification or working knowledge of HACCP programs.

• Experience conducting environmental monitoring and sanitation verification activities.

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies

What We Offer(*):
Paid top-up for Pregnancy, Parental and Compassionate Care leave. 

Health and Group Benefits (100% of premiums paid by Griffith foods). Education reimbursement program. Life event recognition and on the job recognition. Generous defined contribution retirement plan. Career development and growth opportunities. Annual wellness allowance. Annual incentive.

*Please note that terms and conditions apply.

Equitable Employer:

Griffith Foods is committed to fair and accessible employment practices in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.

This role is affiliated to the Toronto, ON location, and candidates for this role need to reside within a commutable distance of that location and will be required to come onsite to that location.

At Griffith Foods, you can be a member of a globally connected team that is known for true, collaborative innovation, guided by our purpose to Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish The World. We are a family-owned business, founded in 1919 and headquartered in Alsip, Illinois USA. Our product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet.

At Griffith Foods, we aim to create a regenerative future and build food systems that are sustainable and resilient for both people and the planet. A sustainable supply chain enables us to deliver high-quality products in a way that supports the growers and farming communities. Learn more about us at https://griffithfoods.com/careers/

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure:

As part of our recruitment process, we may use AI‑supported assessment tools to evaluate job‑related skills and abilities. These tools support our hiring team and do not make final hiring decisions.