FSQA Supervisor - Contract

The Opportunity :

The FSQA Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the Food Safety and Quality programs and protocols at the Walker Drive facility.

The candidate is accountable for ensuring a safe, cost effective, and service-oriented FSQA Department while providing values-based Leadership in our FPP line.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by November 29. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life :

• Lead a Team of FSQA Technicians to ensure success in meeting their responsibilities within the FSQA Department.
• Coach and motivate Team Members at the site on the importance of Food Safety and Quality by providing working knowledge and experience in the industry.
• Maintain, update, and ensure consistent execution of current FSQA Programs in compliance with MLF Corporate, CFIA, and BRC requirements.
• Lead the follow-up for non-conformance and issue corrective actions based on deviations found in plant process or resulting from customer complaints.
• Experience in navigating SAP-ECP, SAP-RD, SAP Easy DMS to manage inventory and related data at the production site and distribution centers.
• Manage the analysis of environmental swab data (ATP, TPC, Listeria spp., and Lactics) in LIMS to determine root cause of deficiencies and provide sanitation feedback on performance and improvements.
• Support third party audits (CFIA, BRC, Customer) and prepare / coach cross functional Managers before and during these audits.
• Conduct Food Safety, GMP, and Allergen training including revision of training programs as required.
• Assist with cross functional SOP development and ensure SOPs and related documents are in correct format, stored, and distributed as per manufacturing excellence requirements.
• Lead monthly GMP, interior, and exterior inspections with a cross-functional team to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop a constructive work environment through excellent interpersonal, team building, and communication skills.
• Plan staffing requirements according to production demands and departmental needs.
• Foster an attitude of continuous process improvement by leading initiatives with Six Sigma tools and methodology.
• Support FSQA functions on split shift which include preoperational inspection and environmental swabbing as required.

What You’ll Bring :

• Bachelor of Science in Food Science or related field of study.
• 3-5 years progressive technical experience in a fast-paced food manufacturing facility.
• Previous supervisory experience and proven ability to manage a high performing team.
• Third party food safety training or certification in HACCP, auditing, and / or GFSI standards.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing data systems such as SAP and LIMS.
• Practical experience with sanitation process, inspection, and audit.
• Intermediate to exceptional MS Office skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organization and planning skills.
• High attention to detail.
• The ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Ability to work with a variety of people and to be assertive as required.
• Ability to work effectively under minimal supervision.
• Strong time management skills with an ability to work in an environment with shifting priorities.
• Willingness to learn and teach others, be self-directed and motivated.
• Work as part of a functional team and be an exceptional fit with our Maple Leaf Leadership Values.

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.