The FSQA Inspector (Night shift) role at the Heritage facility will be responsible for ensuring compliance to food safety and quality systems within their assigned area (e.g. Formulation/Stuffing, Slicing/Packaging, Palletizing).
Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by May 25. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.
Reason for vacancy: Existing Headcount
Base Salary: $47,000 - $69,000 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.
- Conduct daily pre-operational inspection on all equipment in the plant and ensure forms completed by sanitation team.
- Support the team on certification audit (SQF), customer audits, and internal audits. Ensure the facility is audit ready all the time.
- Perform pre-Op inspection along with ATP, TPC, Listeria and allergen swabs when needed.
- Maintain and verify that daily, weekly and monthly cleaning duties have been completed and records are up to date.
- Perform or assist in daily quality and food safety related decision making based on established processes to ensure products meet the quality standards and food safety requirements of Maple Leaf Foods and its' customers.
- Review and Verify acceptability of line inspections performed by operators (product weight, gas, critical to quality, critical quality parameters, etc).
- Conduct EMP/TPC swabs and pre-op inspections.
- Product HOLDs on floor, product sample collections (shelf life, daily product cuttings) and quarantine management requirements as required.
- Perform daily monitoring and verification tasks as outlined in the HACCP program and issue corrective actions for deviations. Prerequisite program requirements (area audits)
- Prepare sensory samples and participates in sensory evaluations.
- Verify and audit sanitation practices and chemical concentrations as outlined in SSOP’s.
- Perform microbiological and analytical sampling for product and environment.
- Participate in projects and meeting with the goal of improving food safety ad food quality.
- Assist in the implementation of changes that advance QA systems.
- Provide support and coaching to employees and production management to maintain and improve their QA practices and procedures.
- Shall demonstrate full commitment to the implementation of the requirements of the Global Standard for Food Safety and to processes which facilitate continual improvement of food safety and quality management.
- Ability to enter data and complete trace exercises within SAP.
- Identification, entry and closure of non-conformance within your area
- Guide and support all employees in the Maple Leaf Leadership Values
- Bachelor of Science or Diploma in Food Safety/Science program or equivalent experience.
- HACCP I-II certified is an asset.
- Strong understanding of Sanitation, SOPs, Pre-requisite Programs, HACCP, CCP’s and GMP’s.
- Previous experience with maintaining/validation of FSEP program.
- 1-2 years QA experience in the Food industry preferred.
- Strong MS Office skills.
- Knowledge of SAP and LIMS is an asset.
- Excellent organization and planning skills, high attention to detail and a willingness to learn and teach others, be self-directed and motivated.
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Environment - Plant environment (ambient and refrigerated); 24-7, 2 shift operation.
- Volume & Complexity of Work - A fast paced work environment with multiple, tight and changing priorities.
- Travel Requirements – Minimal
- Physical Requirements – Low
- 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.
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts 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.
- Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
- Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.
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 are carbon neutral.
- We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.
We’re a global food company with approximately 10,000 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.
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.
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.
- Doing What’s Right
- Shared Value
- High Performance
- Diverse and Inclusive Teams
- Disciplined Decision Making
- Our Accountability
- Intense Curiosity
- Transparency and Humility
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 [email protected].
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.
