Quality And Food Safety Technologist Jobs

Key Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Manage, maintain, and execute the Food Safety Management Systems of the NFGA and NCC and their related SOPs

Report to the organizations’ top management on the effectiveness and suitability of the food safety management system.

Experience in certification of quality control and food safety programs is a strong advantage.

Excellent time management, with the ability to prioritize and delegate where required.

Support growers in their on-farm food safety programs, including CanadaGAP certification

B.SC in Food Science or equivalent combination of academic and professional experience.

Must have a moderate to high level of computer skills, including data analysis and report writing of recommendations for corrective actions.

Maintains the quality and food safety documentation up to date at plant level, including product specifications and formulas.

Plan and execute the tests and controls mandated through our Quality System.

Provide support to the plant team on continuous improvement projects, following up on corrective actions and customer requests.

Prepare and continue maintaining Key Performance Indicator trend reports.

Provide timely management reports weekly and monthly as required

Provide guidance & support to operational management and team members on matters of safety

Support the development and Implementation of corrective actions in the context of organizational risk management strategies

Support the ongoing performance management and development of team members

Post-secondary education in a related field or an equivalent level of education and experience

Demonstrated understanding of safety management systems for aviation organizations

Full Time Food Safety & Quality Assurance Manager

·Maintain customer databases to ensure compliance with specifications and certifications (i.e., Azzule, Loblaw Vendor Portal, The Hub).

·HACCP certification and SQF Practitioner are required, Preventative Control Qualified Individual (PCQI) would be an asset.

·Knowledge of Regulatory Compliance, GFSI Schemes, Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA).

·Leadership skills for managing and mentoring employees

·Possess strong computer skills including fluency in Microsoft Office

Previous experience working in a technical role is essential.

Previous experience of working in the food industry is essential.(fish and seafood industry would be preference)

Food science qualification or similar is essential.

Experience working in the seafood industry (preferred).

4+ years food industry experience in similar roles.

Member of HACCP team experience.

You have excellent computer skills including MS Office Suite & working knowledge of Genesis Nutritional Software

You have effective communication skills that enable collaboration with different personalities

You have strong knowledge of R&D processes, commercialization & process optimization process and managing your own projects

You have strong fundamental knowledge of experimental design and data analysis to tailor it to the project needs

You have a minimum of 6 years of R&D/Product Development experience in a food production facility, with increasing responsibility

Hands-on experience with bakery product development (yeast leavened or chemically leavened products)

Lead Crisis Management situations related to food recalls, communicable diseases, Health Department, public relations together with other and representatives

Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account

5-10 years of experience, progressive, quality control, food production, food science, auditing testing

Thorough knowledge of GMP’s, HACCP & GFSI

Strong Communication skills including written, oral, presentation, influencing at all levels (restaurant, executive, publicly etc)

Strong planning, and reporting skills, including excel/power point

Experience in direct management of a lab.

Experience with lab management standards (i.e., ISO17025)

Administer and maintain the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).

Manage the schedule for the daily and annual sampling and testing of products.

Manage calibration and verification programs, maintenance programs, and service agreements for all test equipment.

Manage the collection and storage of samples.

Conduct and manage internal investigations following customer complaints

Educational background in Food Science / Microbiology / Food Safety

Some experience in performing inspections or working in QA within the food industry

Strong communication skills (written and verbal) in English is required

Perform inspections in restaurants and grocery stores - similar to a Public Health inspection

Assist in training our client's employees on good hygiene practices, sanitation and quality procedures

Conduct and manage internal investigations following customer complaints

Educational background in Food Science / Microbiology / Food Safety

Some experience in performing inspections or working in QA within the food industry

Strong communication skills (written and verbal) in English is required

Perform inspections in restaurants and grocery stores - similar to a Public Health inspection

Assist in training our client's employees on good hygiene practices, sanitation and quality procedures

Conduct regular inspections of facilities, equipment, and products to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and customer specifications

Minimum of 3 years of experience in food safety and quality control

Experience working in a frozen food manufacturing or import/export environment is preferred

Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and industry best practices

Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills