FSQA Technician

Opportunity

As a member of the Cappola FSQA team, the FSQA Technician monitors and analyzes data related to all Food Safety, GMP, HACCP and other Quality Assurance Program requirements to ensure they are consistently achieved, with a particular focus on the pre‑operational inspection and Environmental monitoring program.

For the morning shift position the base shift is 3.00 AM to 11.30 AM (may change based on business requirements). The FSQA Technician is responsible for reviewing escalated proposed corrective actions and providing additional guidance and support as required. While operating in a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment, the FSQA Technician must be comfortable analyzing large amounts of data and making recommendations to FSQA leadership based on findings.

• Lead the pre‑operational inspection program at Cartwright.
• Lead the execution of site environmental program (EMP). Prepare LIMS labels and conduct swabbing, as necessary.
• Perform microbiological and analytical sampling for product and environment as required.
• Assist with construction activities and planning of environmental monitoring.
• Perform daily monitoring and verification tasks as outlined in the HACCP program and recommend corrective actions for deviations.
• Participate in prerequisite monitoring and reassessment inspections as per MLF specific requirement.
• Maintain and coordinate verification and changes to SOPs in SharePoint and SAP.
• Participate in deviation investigation, RCA, CAPA, FSRA and draft responses for customer and consumer complaints.
• Coordinate FSQA document management (SOPs, training material, policies, etc).
• Lead, support and/or deliver site FSQA training program.
• Support and/or coordinate equipment calibrations (MDs, thermometers, data tracers, etc.).
• Coordinate and ensure proper execution of Hold and Release program.
• Participate in annual HACCP review and reassessment with cross‑functional team and update the program accordingly.
• Provide support and coaching to employees and production management to maintain and improve facility QA practices and procedures.
• Prepare sensory samples and participate in sensory evaluations.
• Participate in projects and meetings with the goal of improving food safety and food quality.
• Provide backup support to FSQA where required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• University degree or college diploma preferably in Chemistry, Microbiology, Food Science or a related discipline.
• 2 to 3 years of experience in a technical role at a food manufacturing facility.
• Proven ability to analyze data and provide recommendations.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Superior systems skills (including MS Office).
• Excellent organizational and planning skills with strong attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and teach others.
• Understanding of HACCP/HACCP Certification.
• Proven alignment to the Maple Leaf Leadership Values.
• G or G2 license required.

• Competitive salary range of $47,000 – $69,000 CAD annually.
• Being part of a high‑performance, people‑focused company dedicated to sustainable protein.
• An inclusive company culture that rewards excellence and empowers all employees.
• Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.

Maple Leaf Foods is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply.