Lead Quality Assurance Specialist

**Company Overview**:
Mad Barn is a leader in equine nutrition, dedicated to developing innovative and science-backed feed and supplement solutions for horse owners and professionals. We pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, safety, and transparency, ensuring that all our products meet the highest regulatory and industry standards. As we continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced **Quality Assurance Manager** with expertise in feed or food manufacturing and a proven track record of implementing and maintaining **HACCP programs**, specifically **Feed Assure (ANAC) or other internationally recognized quality standards**.

**Position Overview**:
**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Develop, implement, and maintain HACCP programs**, with a focus on **Feed Assure (ANAC) or other internationally recognized standards** in feed and food manufacturing.
- Ensure compliance with **Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) regulations**, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and other applicable safety standards.
- Conduct **risk assessments, hazard analyses, and corrective action planning** to proactively manage quality and food/feed safety risks.
- Establish and oversee **Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)** and **Quality Management Systems (QMS)** to optimize efficiency and compliance.
- Lead internal and external audits, inspections, and certification processes to maintain regulatory and third-party compliance.
- Develop and deliver **employee training programs** on HACCP, GMP, food safety, and quality assurance best practices.
- Investigate non-conformances, implement corrective and preventive actions (**CAPA**), and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Work collaboratively with **R&D, production, and supply chain teams** to integrate quality standards into product development and manufacturing processes.
- Maintain thorough **documentation and record-keeping** in compliance with regulatory and certification requirements.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for quality-related inquiries and liaise with regulatory bodies, industry organizations, and stakeholders as needed.

**Qualifications & Experience**:

- **Minimum 5 years of experience** in a **quality management role** within feed or food manufacturing.
- **Proven experience implementing HACCP programs** (not just following them), ideally within **Feed Assure (ANAC) or similar internationally recognized quality frameworks**.
- Strong knowledge of **CFIA and Health Canada regulations, GMP, food safety principles, and industry best practices**.
- Experience with **third-party audits, certification processes, and regulatory inspections**.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and conduct **employee training** on quality and food/feed safety.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
- Experience with **document control systems, quality data analysis, and process improvement methodologies** is an asset.

**Why Join Mad Barn?**
- Be part of a passionate, science-driven company committed to improving equine nutrition.
- Lead and shape our quality and safety programs, making a significant impact on product excellence.
- Work in a **collaborative and innovative environment** with opportunities for professional growth.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.

If you have the experience, leadership, and drive to elevate **Mad Barn’s quality assurance programs**, we would love to hear from you

Pay: $48,776.90-$91,399.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Imagine you are responsible for managing inventory or ensuring an area remains clean and well-organized. How would you set up a system to keep things in order, and how would you handle situations where others are not following the same standards?

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-03-01
Expected start date: 2025-03-03