Quality Control Officer

Join Our Purpose – Feeding the Future

Role: Quality Control Officer
Location: St. Marys, ON
Vacancy Type: New Position

Why join us

Get ready to Own critical quality assurance delivery as a Quality Control Officer at Trouw Nutrition, a Nutreco company. As global leaders in animal nutrition and aquafeed, our shared purpose of Feeding the Future is making a positive global impact for generations to come. Join us in this impactful role and help deliver the production of safe, high-quality feed in a sustainable way to a growing population. Own your direction, Own your development and Own your path.

What you'll do

As a QC Officer, you will be responsible for executing in-process and finished product quality verification activities within a 24/7 manufacturing environment. You will conduct quality monitoring, sampling, testing, and product disposition activities to ensure compliance with regulatory, food/feed safety, and internal quality standards. Acting as a frontline quality resource for operations, you will identify, escalate, and help resolve product quality risks while ensuring adherence to CFIA, FeedAssure, and FSSC-aligned programs. This role plays a critical part in maintaining product integrity, supporting continuous operations, and ensuring safe, quality products are delivered to our customers.

Who we're looking for

We're looking for a detail-oriented quality professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is passionate about food and feed safety. You are a strong communicator and problem solver who can work independently while collaborating effectively with operations and quality teams. You enjoy being hands-on, making real-time quality decisions, and continuously improving processes to support operational excellence and regulatory compliance.

You'll also need

• Diploma/Degree in Food Science, Animal Science, Biology, or related field (preferred)
• Experience in feed, pet food, or food manufacturing environments
• Strong understanding of HACCP, GMPs, and regulatory requirements
• Ability to work in rotating shifts (days/nights, 7 days/week)
• Strong attention to detail, data integrity, and documentation accuracy
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced production environment
• Computer proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Creative problem-solving and forward-thinking abilities
• Ability to climb multiple flights of stairs, climb ladders, and lift up to 55 lbs

Key Responsibilities

• Lead quality execution at daily shift meetings
• Perform hourly line checks and monitor CCPs/OPRPs
• Conduct sampling for ingredients, finished feed, and environmental testing
• Prepare and ship external laboratory samples
• Monitor COAs and specifications in real time
• Execute hold/release processes including tagging, segregation, and system updates
• Support operators with quality deviation troubleshooting
• Manage retained samples and traceability
• Verify sanitation effectiveness, including ATP testing
• Provide off-shift support for urgent testing activities such as micro tracers and VOM analysis
• Collaborate with the QC Officer Lead to continuously improve QC processes
• Ensure consistent product quality, regulatory compliance, and real-time quality decision-making in a 24/7 production environment

What you'll receive

As part of Nutreco, you'll be a member of the SHV family, a diverse group of companies with global footprint. Join us and you'll gain access to a wide network of expertise and global career paths. You'll also benefit from the backing of one of the world's largest privately owned businesses, known for its stability and long-term focus.

In addition, you'll receive

• Robust pension plan with employer matching that begins on Day 1!
• Competitive health benefits – Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA, that start on Day 1!
• Short-term/Long-term Disability and Mental Health spending allowance
• Maternal top-up and Tuition Reimbursement
• 15 vacation days to start (tiered)

How and why to find out more

We can offer you a rewarding career with real meaning and purpose. Where you'll feel proud of the impactful role you perform every day and the part you play in Feeding the Future. So, if you're interested in joining us, get ready to Own your progress, your potential and your career. We aim to review all applications within five business days and will get back to you as soon as possible.

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Additional Information

• Accessibility: We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request at any stage.
• AI in Hiring: All applications are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team. No AI screening or automated decision-making is used.
• Background Check: Final candidates will be required to complete a criminal background check.
• Work Authorization: Candidates must be authorized to work in Canada as sponsorship is not available.
• Employment Equity: We encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and visible minorities.
• Compensation: Pay is based on skills, experience, and internal equity.

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