FSQA Technician

Position: FSQA Technician - Contract

The Opportunity:

The FSQA Technician is responsible for ensuring day to day FSQA processes and procedures are followed. The incumbent will lead & engage cross functional teams to ensure compliance with Food Safety programs and requirements.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by December 30. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Reason for vacancy:
Existing Headcount

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

Complete daily document verification to ensure compliance to written programs (including SOPs).

Complete and document various audits including preoperational inspections and GMP monitoring

Complete product samples and conduct sensory evaluations for compliance to CTQ’s

Verification of product SOP’s and production processes for compliance to standards

Collection of environmental samples from the RTE areas for microbiological testing (e.g. swab samples of conveyors, floors, equipment, overheads etc.)

Assist in the maintained of the EMP program through completing swabbing, and data entry to ensure compliance.

Document raw material incident reports and noncompliance reports as needed.

Support QA monitoring through verification of SAP usage decisions and hold and release functions.

Support QA Supervisors with ongoing food safety and quality investigations.

Working knowledge of statistical process control to utilize in trending and tracking of processes.

Recognize, support and commit to the Food Safety promise

What You’ll Bring:

The successful candidate will be results-oriented, thrive in a fast paced, demanding environment, and have the ability to develop positive working relationships with all employees. Candidates must have:

College or University degree preferably in Chemistry, Microbiology, Food Science or a related discipline

Strong interpersonal skills

High attention to detail

Willingness to learn and teach others, be self-directed and motivated

Strong knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite as well as SAP

The successful candidate will be business, results and values oriented, work as part of a functional team and be an exceptional fit with our Maple Leaf Leadership Values

1 to 3 years food related experience in a HACCP recognized plant.

Experience with maintaining environmental monitoring programs

Detail oriented with exemplary organizational skills.

Strong computer skills to download and process data.

Strong presentation and public speaking skills.

Must be able to work with minimum supervision.

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.