Food Safety and Quality Assurance Director

5 days ago


Kitchener Cambridge Waterloo Metropolitan Area, Canada CQ Search Group Ltd. Full time
Job Title: Food Safety and Quality Assurance Director

We are seeking a highly experienced Food Safety and Quality Assurance Director to join our team at CQ Search Group Ltd.

About the Role:

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing corporate food safety and quality standards across all sites. This includes creating, enforcing food safety and quality assurance programs and policies while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Owning the food safety and quality assurance system to ensure seamless implementation and compliance with regulations.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to establish an annual corporate FSQA program review and improvement plan.
  • Setting performance expectations for microbiological performance, pest control, foreign material prevention, regulatory compliance, risk management, and HACCP programs.
  • Developing and monitoring Client FSQA Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and ensuring their achievement by supporting plant FSQA teams.
  • Managing the internal audit program and participating in audits to ensure timely completion and effective Corrective Action Preventative Action (CAPA) plan implementation.
  • Creating a company-wide annual FSQA training program to enhance employee knowledge and skills.
  • Implementing and adhering to Recall and Traceability Programs to ensure product safety and customer satisfaction.
  • Analyzing customer complaints and finished products hold trends to improve Client KPIs.
  • Approving raw material specifications and coordinating with the Supplier Development team to confirm specs are up-to-date.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science and Technology or a related discipline.
  • At least 7 years of experience in food safety and quality management, including multi-site leadership experience in the food industry.
  • Familiarity with food safety and quality digitalization programs.
  • Strong knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP principles, quality improvement tools, root cause analysis, statistical programs, food safety training, and internal audit.
  • Good understanding of food regulations for Canada and the U.S.
  • Resourcefulness and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
What We Offer:

A competitive salary of $120,000 - $150,000 per annum, commensurate with experience, plus benefits and opportunities for professional growth.



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