Food Safety and Quality Specialist

1 week ago

Cambridge, Ontario, Canada RDJ Bakeries Ltd. Full time


RDJ Bakeries, a distinguished food manufacturer renowned for its exceptional crackers, is seeking talented individuals to join our growing Quality team.

With a focus on quality and innovation, we collaborate with global partners to deliver delightful, delectable treats that captivate our customers.

As a part of our diverse and dynamic team, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to our mission of shaping the future of cracker perfection.

Apply now to the Food Safety and Quality Specialist position and be a part of our exciting journeyJob purposeThe Food Safety and Quality Specialist is responsible for the development and maintenance of all policies and procedures that form the Quality Management System to ensure that the business fulfils its requirements and the requirements of our customers.

They will be required to perform internal audits to ensure accordance with standards.

Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe associate's primary functions and responsibilities are as follows:
Maintain third-party requirements including BRC, IFS, Organic, Nut Free, Koher, GFCO and RSPO. Arrange and actively participate in third-party audits and CFIA visits.
Ensure that all non-conformances arising from audits are verified and closed. This includes internal audits, customers audits, third party audits and CFIA visits.
Conduct internal audits. Ensure that all internal audits are completed and closed within agreed timescales.

Review non-conformances identified during external/3rd party audits; identify non-conformances through internal audits; work to identify areas of improvement; liaison with key stakeholders to develop corrective actions and implement respective changes; verify the CA has been implemented through inspections and competency checks.

Perform validation studies related to food safety risk assessments.
Write, revise, and train SOPs to applicable personnel / departments.
Undertake mock recall test annually and traceability exercises when required.
Participate in recalls when required.

Perform verification and competency activities to ensure process steps are being followed in all areas of the plant, operators are completing checks and proper documentation as required including but not limited to:

accurate lot numbers, line checks, recorded deviations and corrective actions when required, label compliance, CCP checks and proper labelling of WIP / finished goods.

Any deviations noted must be communicated to appropriate management.
Perform other assigned duties.
Follow Health and Safety rules and regulations.
Must follow Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Safety, and Food Defense guidelines.
Comply with all Company policies and procedures.

QualificationsBachelor of Science (Food Science) degree or Science related degree or diploma (e.g., chemistry, microbiology)Minimum 2 years of experience in food safety management in food manufacturing.

Must have detailed experience and training in managing HACCP and food safety systems in a manufacturing environment against at least one GFSI Benchmarked food safety standard (BRC preferred).Internal audit training and demonstratable, practical experience.

Experience writing SOPs and implementing in a manufacturing environment.
A passion for delivering results and the drive to exceed expectations.
Strong planning and organizational skills.
The ability to work under pressure to achieve deadlines.
Attention to detail.
Excellent decision making and problem-solving skills.
Ability to be flexible to meet business needs.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).A team player.
Self-motivated and a strong commitment to personal development.
Professional approach and attitude.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Working conditionsAlways work indoors.
Compliant with ventilation, cleanliness, space, lighting, and temperature.
Physical requirementsSitting involved.
May repeat the same movement.
Typing involved.
We are an equal opportunity employer.

In accordance with AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005), RDJ Bakeries LTD will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

If you require disability-related accommodations, please inform the Human Resources (HR) staff. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Personal Information Protection and Electronics Document Act.

  • Food Safety and Quality Specialist

    1 week ago

    Cambridge, Ontario, Canada RDJ Bakeries Ltd. Full time

    RDJ Bakeries, a well-known food producer famous for its outstanding crackers, is looking for skilled professionals to join our expanding Quality department. With an emphasis on excellence and creativity, we work closely with international associates to create delightful and delicious snacks that enchant our customers.

  • Program Quality Specialist

    1 week ago

    Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Sunrise Farms Full time

    Grand River Foods is a leading food solutions company serving customers in the North American grocery and food service industry. As a member of the Sunrise Farm family, we remain as dedicated as ever to both providing a quality work environment for our employees, as well as producing only the highest quality products for our customers. We are known for the...

  • Health & Safety Specialist

    1 week ago

    Cambridge, Ontario, Canada RDJ Bakeries Ltd Full time

    Job purposeH&S specialist helps to minimize the risk of job-related accidents, monitor operations to eliminate hazardous activities, and develop policies to promote occupational health and safety (OSH) awareness. The associate's work will be focused on prevention. The associate needs to be diligent and analytical. You will possess a keen eye for detail and a...

  • Food Safety Coordinator

    7 days ago

    Cambridge, Ontario, Canada PepsiCo Full time

    Responsibilities:Quality & Food Safety CoordinatorThe CompanyPepsiCo Canada is recognized as one of Canada's top 100 employers. PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. Our product portfolio includes 22 world-famous, billion-dollar brands; from Gatorade to Quaker,...

  • Corporate Quality Food Systems Manager

    7 days ago

    Cambridge, Ontario, Canada RDJ Bakeries Ltd Full time

    Job purposeThe Corporate Quality Systems Manager is responsible for organizing and maintaining all aspects of the Food Safety and Quality Management Systems (FSQMS) at all locations by developing, reviewing, monitoring, verifying, and improving the various programs within this standard as required to ensure the manufacture of safe foods.Duties and...

  • Safety and Loss Prevention Specialist

    1 week ago

    Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Domino's Corporate Full time

    Company DescriptionDomino's started back in 1960 as a single-store location in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Over the years, we expanded to three stores, and thus came the three dots on our logo. The original plan was to keep adding dots for every store, and at over 18,000 stores worldwide (6,300 in the U.S.) you can probably figure out why that original plan didn't...

  • Technical Quality Specialist

    7 days ago

    Cambridge, Ontario, Canada ATS Corporation Full time

    Join our globally growing team at ATS Industrial Automation where we create complex automation solutions at the highest level that sustainably impact lives around the world.At ATS, a publicly traded global company with a proud 40-year history, we help drive the future with our factory-wide automation solutions. At ATS Industrial Automation, what we do...

  • Quality Assurance Compliance Specialist

    1 week ago

    Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Septodont Full time

    General information:Reference :Position description:Job Title:Quality Assurance Compliance Specialist (Quality Systems)Company Details:Septodont is a leading manufacturer of dental pharmaceuticals and medical devices. The French-based company employs over 2,000+ people globally. We have six manufacturing plants in France, India, North and South America, and...

  • Technical Quality Specialist

    7 days ago

    Cambridge, Ontario, Canada ATS Automation Full time

    Join our globally growing team at ATS Industrial Automation where we create complex automation solutions at the highest level that sustainably impact lives around the world. At ATS, a publicly traded global company with a proud 40-year history, we help drive the future with our factory-wide automation solutions. At ATS Industrial Automation, what we do...

  • Technical Quality Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Cambridge, Ontario, Canada ATS Automation Full time

    Join our globally growing team at ATS Industrial Automation where we create complex automation solutions at the highest level that sustainably impact lives around the world. At ATS, a publicly traded global company with a proud 40-year history, we help drive the future with our factory-wide automation solutions. At ATS Industrial Automation, what we do...

  • Health and Safety Specialist, Aggregates

    7 days ago

    Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Canada Building Materials Full time

    Stone, sand and gravel are essential components in the building of our cities and towns and the transportation networks that connect them. These materials also play key roles in agriculture, landscaping and storm water management. At CBM Aggregates, we provide top-quality aggregate materials for projects of every scope and size. Working from strategically...

  • Quality and Nutrition Manager

    1 week ago

    Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Gay Lea Foods Full time

    Department: QualityReports to: VP, Grober NutritionLocation: Grober NutritionPurpose:As the Quality and Nutrition Manager you will be responsible to lead all compliance related matters pertaining to CFIA, FeedAssure requirements and HACCP plans at our Grober Nutrition facility in Cambridge. Also, The Quality and Nutrition Manager will oversee the Research...

  • Health and Safety Specialist, Aggregates

    7 days ago

    Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Canada Building Materials Full time

    Stone, sand, and gravel are vital elements in the construction and infrastructure of our urban centers and the networks that connect them. These materials also play crucial roles in agriculture, landscaping, and stormwater management. At CBM Aggregates, we supply high-quality aggregate materials for projects of all sizes. Operating from strategically...

  • Health and Safety Coordinator

    1 month ago

    Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Domino's Corporate Full time

    Company DescriptionDomino's started back in 1960 as a single-store location in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Over the years, we expanded to three stores, and thus came the three dots on our logo. The original plan was to keep adding dots for every store, and at over 18,000 stores worldwide (6,300 in the U.S.) you can probably figure out why that original plan didn't...

  • Health and Safety Coordinator

    3 weeks ago

    Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Domino's Corporate Full time

    Company DescriptionDomino's started back in 1960 as a single-store location in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Over the years, we expanded to three stores, and thus came the three dots on our logo. The original plan was to keep adding dots for every store, and at over 18,000 stores worldwide (6,300 in the U.S.) you can probably figure out why that original plan didn't...

  • Supplier Quality Specialist

    1 week ago

    Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Sunrise Farms Full time

    Grand River Foods is a leading food solutions company serving customers in the North American grocery and food service industry. As a member of the Sunrise Farm family, we remain as dedicated as ever to both providing a quality work environment for our employees, as well as producing only the highest quality products for our customers. We are known for the...

  • Quality Assurance Compliance Specialist

    7 days ago

    Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Septodont Full time

    General information:Reference :Position description:Job Title:Quality Assurance Compliance Specialist (Suppliers)Company Details:Septodont is a leading manufacturer of dental pharmaceuticals and medical devices. The French-based company employs over 2,000+ people globally. We have six manufacturing plants in France, India, North and South America, and an...

  • Health & Safety Business Partner

    1 week ago

    Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Parrish and Heimbecker] Full time

    Job Description:Job Description Health & Safety Business Partner Parrish & Heimbecker Join our team that shares your Passion & Heart for Canadian agriculture Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited (P&H) has an opportunity for a motivated, forward-thinking, and dedicated individual as a Health & Safety Business Partner for our Milling division based in Cambridge,...

  • Health & Safety Business Partner

    1 month ago

    Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Parrish and Heimbecker Full time

    Health & Safety Business PartnerParrish & Heimbecker Join our team that shares your Passion & Heart for Canadian agriculture Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited (P&H) has an opportunity for a motivated, forward-thinking, and dedicated individual as a Health & Safety Business Partner for our Milling division based in Cambridge, ON.P&H MillingP&H is the largest...

  • Health & Safety Business Partner

    3 weeks ago

    Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Parrish and Heimbecker Full time

    Health & Safety Business PartnerParrish & Heimbecker Join our team that shares your Passion & Heart for Canadian agriculture Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited (P&H) has an opportunity for a motivated, forward-thinking, and dedicated individual as a Health & Safety Business Partner for our Milling division based in Cambridge, ON.P&H MillingP&H is the largest...