Food Quality Assurance Specialist

Intercity Packers Ltd.

Thank you for your interest in Intercity Packers. We are always looking for qualified people to join our team who share our passion for integrity, quality, safety, sustainability, accountability and trust. We are dedicated to our customers and committed to our people. We believe in treating each other with respect and working as a team to get things done right. Does this sound like you? See our job opening below.

Intercity Packers is the largest meat/seafood distribution company in Western Canada and part of the Gordon Food Service (GFS) Canada group of companies, which has been recognized by Forbes magazine to be among Canada’s Best Employers in 2026.  

The Food Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for ensuring the food products meet standards set by both the company and regulatory authorities.  They may develop and review quality and safety policies and manage audits by third-party inspectors.

Position: Full-Time, Permanent
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:00am-2:30pm.
Salary: Between $50,000-57,000 per year depending on experience, plus performance bonus.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure food products meet company and regulatory standards.
• Develop and review quality/safety policies and manage audits.
• Adhere to safe work practices and implement HACCP principles.
• Conduct on-floor monitoring (60%) and office work (40%).
• Create/update internal policies to meet SQF requirements.
• Inspect production lines for compliance.
• Assist in employee Food Safety and Quality training.
• Return product inspection and credit management.
• Collaborate with other departments for compliance.
• Address customer complaints promptly.
• Perform other required duties.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in science, preferably food or nutrition science.
• HACCP certification required.
• GFSI certification an asset.
• Able to perform duties in a cold environment (cooler/freezer).
• Previous food industry experience, especially in protein
• Strong knowledge of analytical principles.
• Excellent time management and attention to detail.
• Results-oriented and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Team player with knowledge of Google Suite applications.

Intercity Packers offers a range of benefits, including: 

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits (including vision, prescription drugs, disability, and extended health coverage)
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Matching Program
• Annual Profit Sharing Bonus
• Weekly paychecks
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Company-sponsored events (Family Picnic, Staff Celebration, BBQs)
• Training opportunities
• Annual Safety Boot Allowance Program 
• Full-time hours
• A team-oriented work environment
• Special employee discounts on meat and seafood products

At Intercity Packers Meat & Seafood, we believe in good food and good people. Over the past five (5)decades, we have cultivated a rich history of bringing customers high-quality, innovative and carefully sourced meat and seafood products along with the best customer service. Our unwavering mission to provide customers with the best is reflected in our motto, "Yes, we do!"

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted.  Intercity Packers is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people.  All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to [email protected] and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.