FSQA Coordinator - Contract

The Opportunity:

The Food Safety and Quality Assurance Coordinator is responsible for assisting with the management and maintenance of the Food Safety and HACCP systems at MLF Brandon to ensure the plant’s ability to demonstrate ongoing compliance.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by October 29. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Provides Food Safety support to other members of FSQA and production.
• Follows up on CFIA Standard Inspection Process (SIP) Observations to ensure action plans are effectively in place to prevent SIP Non-conformances and further observations.
• Administers third party and customer food safety requirements.
• Maintains Food Safety documents according to the written program, ensures that documents are reviewed/revised as scheduled.
• Liaises with other stakeholders, initiates and assists in the development of Standard Operating Procedures.
• Administers training (including plant orientation) and assist with maintenance of Food Safety and Quality Assurance training programs.
• Ensures that new policies, procedures and changes are implemented with appropriate documentation and training.
• Assists with the management of the corrective action program to reduce the occurrence of repeat deficiencies/deviations (i.e.: follow up on non-compliances to ensure effectiveness).
• Verifies that the plant is in compliance with the written program on an ongoing basis.
• Provides timely and effective feedback to the FSQA Manager, FSQA Supervisor and other stakeholders as appropriate.
• Liaises with the HACCP Specialist and FSQA Technicians (HACCP) to maintain document control, tracking and ensure compliance.
• Maintains current knowledge of regulatory changes, new policies and industry standards.
• Develops and implements training programs for employees.
• Responsible as back-up support for Quality Assurance Department in times of absence of HACCP Specialist and FSQA Technicians (HACCP).
• Prevents the ongoing production of non-compliant product when non-conformities are observed or identified.
• Controls any non-compliant product that has been produced, performs a food safety assessment and determines appropriate disposition.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor of Science or Diploma in Food Safety/Science program or equivalent industry experience (2 – 3 years).
• HACCP I-II certificate.
• Demonstrated ability to follow and understand standard operating procedures, regulatory requirements, etc.
• Confident in communicating effectively with plant supervisors, management and CFIA.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and teambuilding skills and strong communication skills – verbal, written, listening.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to function in a fast-paced production environment.
• Demonstrated dependability in current position (i.e.: attendance and performance).
• Computer literacy with an understanding of MS Office programs – MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
• Understanding of HACCP & Food Safety will be a definite asset.
• Working experience in the fresh pork industry, knowledge of the different meat cuts and food quality issues will be a definite asset.

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf, Schneiders, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co. We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.
• We aim to reduce our environmental footprint by 50% by 2025.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at accommodations@mapleleaf.com.