Cronos is an innovative global cannabinoid company committed to building disruptive intellectual property by advancing cannabis research, technology, and product development. With a passion to responsibly elevate the consumer experience, Cronos is building an iconic brand portfolio. Cronos’ diverse international brand portfolio includes Spinach®, PEACE NATURALS® and Lord Jones®. For more information about Cronos and its brands, please visit: https://thecronosgroup.com/.
At Cronos Group, we hire talented people who thrive on solving difficult problems and give them the opportunity to hone new skills and approaches. If you want to play a part in shaping an innovative industry and help build a historically significant company, we want to meet you.
As a QA Specialist you will work within the Quality Assurance department to support product release in Canada and International markets. The QA Specialist completes tasks related to monitoring, testing, reporting, and ensuring quality of cannabis product and processes with the Company’s Quality Management System (QMS). This position supports in the area of batch record review, supplier quality, customer complaints, internal and external audits, compliance requirements, metrics and reporting, and maintaining the QMS and applicable governing regulations throughout the Company.
This position is based out of Stayner, ON
What you’ll be doing:
Maintain compliance with the laws and regulations related to cannabis products released to Canada and International markets
Develop and execute procedures and processes to support Quality Management System
Support problem solving teams using quality principals and tools for root cause analysis, corrective actions, verification and effectiveness
Conduct complaint and deviation investigations, and ensure appropriate Corrective Action and Preventative Action (CAPA) are implemented and closed in a timely manner
Work with other cross functional groups to review and assess change controls
Conduct review and support activities related to QA records including but not limited to deviations, CAPAs, batch record review, label approvals, and other related Quality Management Systems (QMS).
Liaise with external suppliers and contract manufacturing organizations and review supplier documentation to ensure Quality and Company requirements are met and maintained.
Support logistics of product recalls and product returns
Support government inspections and customer audits
Participate and facilitate in internal QMS and supplier audits and generate reports
Author HACCP and Preventive Control Plans
Conduct QA activities related to export of cannabis
Participate in process risk assessment activity such as material risk review and FMEA
Participate in review of global QMS metrics, reporting and trend analysis and help to establish corrective action plans
Responsible for continual improvement activities to enhance the quality system, such as 5S, kaizen lean methods, etc.
Complete and prepare appropriate documentation as required i.e., reports, authoring SOPs, and Work Instructions
Support Quality Systems team with external suppliers and contract manufacturing organizations to ensure Quality and Company requirements are met and maintained, review engineering protocols and equipment/process qualifications and validations where needed.
Perform other job duties as assigned
Working Conditions, environment & Physical Demands
You’ll need to have:
Bachelor of Science or equivalent
3+ years’ experience in a similar position
Knowledge of HACCP and Preventive Control Plan principles
Intermediate knowledge of Health Canada Cannabis Regulations, U.S. Food and Drug Administration Good Manufacturing Practices, and Food and Drugs Act and Regulations
Working knowledge of edible cannabis safety
Good understanding of the relationship between Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Production Practices, industry standards and their application to the manufacturing process
Computer literacy to include knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, SharePoint, Visio and Excel
Problem solving, project management and effective communication skills
Background in developing and maintaining Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Quality metrics
Experience with the use of statistical analysis software is considered an asset
Communicate effectively in person and in emails
Critical thinking skills
Detail oriented
Work alone and in a team setting
ASQ certification is not required but considered an asset
Experience in the cannabis space is beneficial but not required
Salary range: $55,000 - $65,000 (Stayner, Ontario*) per year
The actual compensation offered will be based on factors such as the candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, geographic location, applicable market data, internal equity, and business needs, and may vary within the stated range. This role may be eligible for bonus, incentive compensation, or other variable pay in accordance with applicable company plans.
Cronos does not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools in the screening or selection of applicants.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and people with diverse backgrounds, identities, and cultures. For candidates with disabilities, accommodations are available upon request in all phases of the selection process.
