Quality Assurance

3 weeks ago


Cambridge Ontario, Waterloo region, Canada Dare Foods Limited Full time


Made Better isn’t just a claim; it’s our Dare promise.


Dare has been a proudly Canadian, family-owned company since 1889. Throughout our long history, we’ve created some of the most loved brands in the country including Bear Paws cookies, REALFRUIT gummies, Breton crackers, Melba Toast and many more. For over 130 years we had been located in the Kitchener area since the family’s original store opened in 1892. We are now head quartered in Cambridge Ontario and we’ve expanded our roots far beyond. With eight manufacturing plants and over 1400 employees, Dare is part of the fabric of Canada.


At Dare our dedicated team works passionately to uphold our tradition of excellence, innovation and quality in every aspect of our operations. Our state-of-the-art facilities utilize advanced technology to ensure consistency and quality while meeting the evolving needs of our consumers and customers


Overview

This role will be based out of our Cambridge manufacturing facility and will be responsible for quality activities on the afternoon shifts. The successful applicant for this opportunity has knowledge of SQF and/or other GFSI, knowledge of HACCP, is a strong communicator, highly organized, and capable of working independently or in a team environment


Key Ingredients

  • Own site GMP program.
  • Back up to Quality Systems (responsible for SQF, HACCP and PCQI)
  • Verify daily production batch documents.
  • Perform and coach Technicians on daily and weekly quality testing.
  • Maintain Quality and Sanitation Programs (i.e. recipe control, document control, allergen validations, EMP program, swabbing, etc..), complying to all Regulatory, Corporate and Customer requirements.
  • Lead cross functional Food Safety Team, holding team members responsible for follow-up and corrective actions.
  • Administer Hold and Recall programs.
  • Host daily Food Review, and participate in Daily Production Meeting where required.
  • Investigate and respond to all critical consumer complaints and provide monthly statistical data.


Recipe for Success

  • College or Bachelor degree in Food Science Technology/Engineering or related field.
  • 3 - 5 years relevant working experience in a food manufacturing environment
  • Broad range of experience with Operational Systems and GMP Programs.
  • Strong knowledge of SQF or similar GFSI programs.
  • HACCP and Food Safety practical and theoretical knowledge.
  • PCQI (Preventive Controls Quality Individual)
  • Strong technical writing skills, with experience developing Quality Programs.
  • Knowledge of the principles of Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing would be considered an asset.
  • A history of meeting and exceeding challenging performance goals; a desire to win.
  • Ability to perform tasks effectively both individually and as a member of a team.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Ability to multi-task.
  • Strong skills in Word, Excel to manage and analyze quality data


Total Rewards Package: Our Total Rewards package reflects the investment we make in our employees to help them and their families achieve their well-being goals. Total Rewards at Dare Foods includes a competitive base salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits and retirement programs. In addition, we offer paid time off, career development opportunities as well as reward and recognition programs.


At Dare Foods Limited, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive, accessible, equal-opportunity environment that welcomes all individuals from all backgrounds because we know it will make our company a better place to work. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment.


We want to thank all candidates in advance for their interest; only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we cannot confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.




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