At Winland Foods, quality isn’t just part of the process—it’s who we are. Guided by our values of Excellence, Quality, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration, our Food Quality Team Members ensure that every product we make is safe, consistent, and worthy of the trust our consumers place in us. As a Food Quality Team Member, you will be on the front line of protecting our standards and reputation. From performing critical inspections to supporting continuous improvement initiatives, you’ll play a hands-on role in making sure every product reflects our commitment to excellence. You’ll collaborate closely with production and sanitation teams, using your attention to detail and integrity to ensure compliance with food safety regulations and Winland’s high expectations. This role is more than checking boxes—it’s about leading with care, protecting consumer well-being, and ensuring every bite of our food delivers on Winland’s promise of quality and consistency. Employee Type: Full time Location: ON Stoney Creek Job Type: Production Group Job Posting Title: Quality Assurance Technician Job Description: Contract Duration: 12-18 months Schedule: rotating 8 hours, Mon-Fri, occassional weekends and OT Work Location: 944 Highway 8, Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, RRSP with match, life insurance Salary: $33.25 Available Jobs: 1 As a Quality Assurance Technician (QA Tech), you ensure that all products are safe to consume and meets customer specifications. Duties and Responsibilities: Timely collection and analysis of production samples and organoleptic evaluation of finished product; verification of proper coding and labeling of finished product Coordinate holding of out-of-spec product according to established procedures, document hold and/or Quality Incidents in Non-Conformance data base, and use of computer system for inventory transactions, Quality data entry/analysis, communication via Microsoft Outlook Participate in morning taste panel, compliance with all safety policies and good manufacturing practices, and provide input to resolve production issues while maintaining all quality and food safety requirements Conduct Sanitation Verification Activities as required (ATP, Micro Swabbing, Visual Verification, Allergen Swabbing) Skills and Experience: University Degree or College Diploma in a Science related field or a combination of education and experience Excellent communication skills, dependable, flexible, excellent math skills Ability to work all 3 shifts on a rotating basis Experience in quality analysis and/or product analysis SAP experience This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time. Perks: safety boot and Rx safety glass allowance extended health benefits dental benefits vision & travel benefits RRSP matching life insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) healthcare online on-site parking discounted products laundered uniform company and employee events discounted or free food paid time off tuition reimbursement This is a contract position. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Winland Foods Canada, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and work environment. We accommodate the needs of applicants under the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources at 365-675-2562 should you require assistance. EEO Statement: Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Winland Foods is a leading private label food manufacturer of pasta, dry dinners, condiments, syrups, and more with nearly 3,000 employees operating out of 14 production facilities in US, Canada, and Italy. As a ‘newly’ established company, we are creating the building blocks for an innovative and agile organization that is purpose driven - delivering high quality food to our customers and communities. We foster an environment that encourages all employees to be heard, and values their contributions and ideas. By joining Winland Foods, you become a part of a new team that values passion, collaboration, and strives to prosper with our customers. To all recruitment agencies: Winland Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to Winland Foods employees, or any company location(s). Winland Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.
