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The Opportunity:

Food Safety and Quality Assurance Supervisors assist the Food Safety and Quality Assurance Manager in the running of the department. This position of Food Safety and Quality Assurance Supervisor has responsibility for regulatory and food safety programs, as well as administrative tasks associated with the maintenance of our written food safety programs.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by September 11, 2024. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Functions as the back up to other FSQA Supervisors and Manager as required.
• Works closely with the FSQA Manager to help manage the administrative tasks associated with the plant written food safety and quality programs.
• Assists in the development and implementation of training modules for employees.
• Assists in planning and budgeting for the QA department.
• Participates in Food Safety Committee meetings.
• Participates in all audits – internal, customer, 3rd party, regulatory etc. as necessary.
• Liaises with CFIA.
• Assist in the preparation and organization of Quality Assurance staff meetings and all team building activities.
• Active team member on plants recall and crisis management teams.
• Liaises with MLF Corporate QA for food safety issues, policies and procedures.
• Ensures ongoing compliance with written programs.
• Works closely with all departments Managers, Coordinators and employees to identify outstanding issues and helps to facilitate ongoing regulatory compliance and continuous improvement in food safety.
• Supervises the FSQA Technicians (Auditors Cut and Kill) and FSQA Coordinator (Training). Provides coaching, mentoring, personal development plans and succession planning.
• Develops and implements structured, appropriate and timely reporting to all stakeholders. Keeps FSQA Manager informed on all issues.
• Prevent the ongoing production of non-compliant product.
• Control any non-compliant product that has been produced, perform a food safety assessment and determine appropriate disposition.
• Other duties which may be assigned from time to time.

POSITION OUTCOMES:

• Ensure compliance to food safety requirements.
• Ensure compliance to auditing programs.
• Ensure compliance to FSQA Training program.

What You’ll Bring: REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• Degree/Diploma from a recognized university or college in a related scientific discipline (microbiology, chemistry, food science) and/or equivalent related experience.
• Experience in the food industry, preferably in meat processing.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Ability to multitask and maintain focus in a fast paced production environment.
• Superior communication, organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional working knowledge of MS Office.

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.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

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.

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.

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