Activities coordinator Jobs in Brampton, ON

Job Description

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the FSQA Manager, the FSQA Coordinator monitors and analyzes and interprets data related to Food Safety, GMP, HACCP and other Quality Assurance Program requirements to ensure they are consistently achieved. While operating in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, one must be comfortable analyzing large amounts of data and making recommendations to FSQA leadership based on findings. The Coordinator is responsible for reviewing escalated proposed corrective actions and providing additional guidance and support. Key programs under the FSQA Coordinator role are: Hold and Release, Deviation Management, Customer Relations, Performance Monitoring, and Export.

Reason for vacancy: Existing Headcount
Base Salary: $47, - $69, CAD base pay annually

The above base salary reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. The base salary offered may vary based on a variety of factors including skills, experience, education, training, job- related knowledge, and other organizational requirements. For part-time roles, salaries are adjusted according to scheduled hours.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Support the execution of the customer and consumer complaints programs including weekly reporting on performance, leading plant investigations, and drafting responses.
• Track, trend, and communicate the performance of the plant deviation status including closure rates and quality of responses entered into the SAP system.
• Consolidate weekly food safety and quality results and prepare summaries to present to Senior Management.
• Coordinate and ensure proper execution of documentation verification program including identification and closure of non-conformances.
• Participate in annual HACCP review and reassessment with cross functional team and update the program accordingly.
• Participate in prerequisite monitoring and reassessment inspections as per MLF specific requirement including validations.
• Participate in annual validations of critical processes including allergen validation and sanitation effectiveness.
• Designate site gatekeeper for the laboratory information management system (LIMS) including swab site updates, populating enumeration results, generating reports, and planning swabbing surveys for TPC, ATP, Listeria spp., and Lactics.
• Track and trend quality related deviations and complete process capability analysis of data in our Quality Management System (QMS).
• Coordinate FSQA document management (SOP's, training material, policies, etc).
• Support and/or deliver FSQA training.
• Designate for ordering FSQA office supplies and accessories.
• Assist with construction activities and planning of environmental monitoring.
• Support and/or coordinate equipment calibrations (MDs, thermometers, data tracers, etc.).
• Participate in meetings and projects as an FSQA representative as required.
• Provide back up support and coverage for FSQA Technicians as required.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring:

• University degree or college diploma preferably in Chemistry, Microbiology, Food Science or a related discipline.
• 2 to 5 years of experience in a technical role at a food manufacturing facility.
• Strong understanding of Pre-requisite Programs, HACCP, CCP’s and GMPs related to the food industry.
• Strong time management skills with an ability to work in an environment with shifting priorities
• Ability to work effectively under minimal supervision
• High attention to detail
• The ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
• Willingness to learn and teach others, be self-directed and motivated
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organization and planning skills
• Intermediate to exceptional MS Office skills
• Ability to work with a variety of people and to be assertive as required
• Work as part of a functional team and be an exceptional fit with our Maple Leaf Leadership Values

Additional Information

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.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career