PURPLEFARM's mission is to elevate cannabis standards through consistency, science, and craftsmanship. Join us and grow alongside a passionate, collaborative team committed to pushing boundaries in Canadian cannabis.

The Role: Alternate Quality Assurance Person (AQAP)

We are hiring an Alternate Quality Assurance Person (AQAP) to support and act as the alternate to the Quality Assurance Person (QAP). You’ll play a vital role in ensuring that all cultivation, production, and compliance processes meet or exceed regulatory and internal quality standards.

This is a hands-on leadership role within the Quality Assurance team—ideal for someone with strong regulatory knowledge, leadership ability, and a passion for craft cannabis.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Assurance Management (85%)

• Ensure strict adherence to Health Canada regulations, SOPs, and Good Production Practices (GPP)
• Maintain, revise, and manage SOPs and training documentation
• Lead internal audits, vendor evaluations, and participate in Health Canada inspections
• Approve and review records within Elevated Signals‍
• Conduct quality training for production teams and assist with regulatory reporting (e.g., CTLS, B300s)
• Manage sample selection, analytical testing (internal and external CoAs), and incoming material approvals
• Oversee cannabis transfer documentation in collaboration with the sales team and Assistant QAP
• Coordinate with sanitation and maintenance teams to ensure compliance documentation and labelling protocols are up to date
• Drive continual improvement of quality systems and production reliability through trend analysis and data reporting

Shipping & Receiving Oversight (15%)

• Release finished product batches for shipment
• Review and approve shipping documentation and material intake processes, including quarantine, batch code tracking, and sanitation protocols

Qualifications & Requirements

• Must have or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance from Health Canada
• 2+ years experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control, preferably in cannabis or regulated manufacturing
• Background in Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacology, Food Science, or a related scientific discipline
• Deep understanding of the Cannabis Act, GPP, GMP, and relevant provincial regulations
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable using QA software systems (e.g., Elevated Signals)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment with exposure to cannabis pollen, allergens, and strong plant odors
• Comfortable wearing PPE for extended periods and working on-site

Why Work at PURPELFARM?

• Competitive compensation = $70,000–$80,000 annually (based on experience)
• Growth opportunities in a fast-scaling, innovative cannabis company
• Full-Time, On-Site
• Collaborative culture focused on craftsmanship and compliance
• Work with a passionate team leading the future of Canadian cannabis

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