Manager – Quality Assurance

Job Title: Manager – Quality AssuranceDepartment: Quality AssuranceReports to: Manager – OperationsLocation: Varennes Integrated Biorefinery – Distillery   Greenfield is seeking a Manager – Quality Assurance to ensure the compliance, rigor, and overall performance of its quality activities.   Founded in 1989, Greenfield Global is one of the world’s leading suppliers of high-purity alcohols, specialty solvents, custom solutions, and fuel ethanol for businesses across the globe. Serving diverse markets—including renewable fuels, beverages, life sciences, food, and industrial products—Greenfield operates 4 distilleries, 5 blending facilities, and 9 warehouses, efficiently fulfilling over 35,000 orders in more than 50 countries. The company runs a major anaerobic digestion facility that converts 120,000 tonnes of organic material annually into renewable natural gas. Greenfield’s low-carbon ethanol supports decarbonization efforts, and its team is innovating in sustainable fuels such as green hydrogen, methanol, aviation fuel, and renewable natural gas. Headquartered in Toronto, this family-owned business has consistently earned Platinum status among Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2015.   Key Responsibilities:   • Manage human resources activities and workforce management within the department under their responsibility;• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and technical activities aligned with the business plan;• Coordinate the day-to-day operations of the Quality Assurance department;• Respond to and be accountable for ISO 9001 quality management system audits;• Be responsible for quality control of finished products (denatured ethanol, distillers grains and corn oil, and other products manufactured at the plant);• Communicate quality- and inventory-related data to relevant stakeholders;• Establish and maintain strong relationships with customers;• Provide guidance and expertise in quality assurance matters;• Support technologists in the analysis of in-process and finished products;• Prepare and publish laboratory analysis reports;• Contribute to anticipating and resolving issues through technical expertise;• Support the training and development of departmental employees;• Participate as a member of the management team and contribute to setting departmental objectives;• Participate in the development of the management team;• Promote the importance of the company’s values and code of conduct;• Support the collection of data related to Canada Customs and Excise regulations;• Coordinate laboratory R&D activities in collaboration with the Business Unit’s Innovation department;• Be responsible for the application of departmental change management protocols.   Job Requirements:   • Mobilize and lead a technical team with credible, results-oriented leadership;• Ensure consistent and rigorous application of quality standards, maintaining alignment with ISO requirements and regulatory frameworks;• Drive continuous improvement of Quality Assurance processes, practices, and standards;• Analyze data and performance indicators to identify gaps and support decision-making;• Clearly communicate technical information to internal teams, management, and external stakeholders;• Effectively plan, structure, and coordinate daily Quality Assurance activities;• Develop and maintain trusted relationships with customers, internal teams, and partners;• Comply with and act in accordance with applicable laws and regulations governing programs and procedures related to:• Occupational health and safety;• The quality system and requirements specific to the Varennes distillery;• The environmental management system, with a focus on fostering individual environmental awareness in daily tasks and actions.   Required Qualifications:   • Minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience in a similar role;• Experience in people management;• University degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, biochemistry, or equivalent;• Membership in the Order of Chemists considered an asset.   Core Values:   Honesty Integrity Respect Commitment Openness to change Team spirit   Guiding Principles:   Innovation: We continuously seek opportunities to develop new products, processes, and methods to meet customer demands. Collaboration: We act as both catalyst and collaborator, working with partners to maximize existing products and develop custom solutions. Responsibility: Our commitment to giving back goes beyond financial results. We give back to the planet by transforming renewable resources into low-carbon fuels and chemicals. Agility: Our team is not only fast but also flexible and creative, responding to customer needs with tailored, timely solutions. Discipline: In every plant, for every customer, and every shipment, we prioritize quality. We operate a tight, transparent supply chain while meeting the highest regulatory standards.