Quality Assurance Coordinator - Guelph, Canada - Lynden International Logistics Co.

Lynden International Logistics Co.

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Guelph, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

POSITION LOCATION/DEPARTMENT:

Warehouse / Office

REPORTS TO:

Quality Assurance Manager

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This position is required to monitor the overall status of the branch from a Quality perspective. Compliance to regulations, including cGMP's, will be maintained through the implementation of procedures and training, and regular inspections.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensure all staff are trained in their respective job functions, including GMP training and maintain training records
Write and revise standard operating procedures as necessary.
Coordinate maintenance of procedure manuals at the branch.
Conduct regular inspections of the facility and report the findings to the Branch Manager and senior management.
Respond to audits, develop action plans and provide followup to ensure actions are completed and documented.
Provide feedback and assistance to Customer/Client questions and concerns.
Initiation and completion of Deviation Reports and Change Controls
Monitor the processes and systems within the branch to promote effective operation and procedural compliance. Ensure documentation is complete and accurate.
Maintain relations with outside contractors/suppliers and monitor effectiveness of their services.
Provide assistance with inventory reporting and lot control.

Recalls

Working directly with the Client ensure product is both physically and systemically quarantined
Supervise lot hold/release processes to ensure effective control and accurate documentation
Investigate discrepancies and problems, and advise the appropriate individuals of the findings through effective reporting and followup.
Maintain ongoing surveillance/reporting of temperature conditions within the different storage areas of the warehouse.
Perform temperature alarm testing and security testing.
Coordinate regular and emergency maintenance of equipment.
Place product on "Short Dated Hold" as per Client Procedure Manuals and physically remove product from primary picking locations
Coordinate disposition of product as per Clients requests and Lynden's Destruction agreement.
Perform specific duties for inbound receipts as agreed upon in the Client Procedural Manuals.
Develop proactive strategies for preventing possible future problems with systems or processes.
Maintain communication with all levels of the branch by attending meetings with management and staff and provide input and training.
On call 24 hours per day 7 days a week for emergencies.
Cover for other QA coordinators' duties and perform other activities as assigned by senior management.

SKILLS/TRAINING REQUIRED:

Strong knowledge of current regulatory requirements
Superior familiarity with warehouse and office operations
Effective problem solving skills
High work standards
Excellent verbal and written communication
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to make decisions and recommendations
Demonstrate effective interpersonal and team skills

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Minimum education required

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B.Sc. degree or equivalent

Minimum experience required

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3 years related work experience

Plus 6 months on-the-job training OR equivalent combination of experience and education.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Works under warehouse conditions 80% of the time walking the floor and physical lifting. 20% of the time working in the office. Some overtime as required.

Job Types:

Full-time, Permanent

Benefits: