FSQA Director

The Opportunity :

The Director, Food Safety and Quality Assurance is accountable for the execution of the Food Safety, Quality and Technical Services long term strategy within Maple Leaf Foods (MLF) vision to Raise the Good in Food. The Director is accountable to adhere to and execute the MLF Food Safety and Quality Management System (FSQMS) across several food production facilities and for driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced and demanding environment. Additionally, the Director will support the establishment and maintenance of positive and collaborative relationships with other functions throughout the organization, regulatory authorities, customers and other external contacts.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by February 10. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Reason for vacancy :   Existing Headcount

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life :

Food Safety

Drive execution of and compliance to all food safety programs at assigned plants, including but not limited to :

• Accountability to lead, support, and communicate the MLF FSQATS strategy and drive FSQ performance metrics targets
• Guide teams towards meeting MLF’s standards within the FSQATS management system
• Oversee compliance of the HACCP system to meet FSEP and other regulatory requirements where applicable (i.e. USDA, FDA)
• Continuous improvement of FSQ programs to enable adherence to Internal Audit and BRC / SQF requirements
• Pathogen Control programs such as EMP testing and oversight and review of related Seek & Destroy activities, pathogen surveillance, etc. including trend analysis of results in Prepared Meats facilities
• Coach and educate teams via deep understanding of the EMP Standards and SOP
• Oversight and approval of construction protocols at plant level as they impact FSQ
• Lead the review of the Food Safety and Quality Risk Assessment as a key element of the product development (Get-To-Market) process both before and after Decision-To-Launch
• Review and approve all FSQ risk assessments conducted by assigned plants
• Review and approve plant responses to SIP Regulatory Non-Conformances from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency
• Collaborative interaction with other Directors, FSQA in support of information sharing, program improvements and consistency within all manufacturing facilities and distribution centres
• Thought leadership to continuously improve on the MLF FSQA Management System or its effective execution
• Focus effort to reduce waste from the FSQA Management System via Six Sigma methodology
• Strong leadership and support of manufacturing facilities and corporate FSQ team
• Build strong relationships with other functions that enable positive engagement and results
• Active role in new builds, redesign on current manufacturing processes to ensure Food Safety is built in during design

Quality

Drive execution of and compliance to all quality programs and requirements (QMS – Quality Management System) at assigned plants, including but not limited to :

Talent Development

External Customer

Manage customer requirements including but not limited to :

Internal Contacts

Working conditions

What You’ll Bring :

Required Proven Competencies :

Behavioral Requirements

Communication

Problem Prevention / Solution

Leadership

Commitment and Teamwork Focused

Required Technical Skills

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods :

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’re a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

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.

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.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. 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 .

Disclaimer :   Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board.  Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.