PAVRO Recruitment has partnered with a unique chocolate factory that manufactures artisan panned chocolate coated products, molded products, enrobed products and/or dipped products for wholesale customers and retail in their hunt for a Quality Assurance/ Quality Control Manager to join their growing team.
The successful candidate will be trained by the current QA/QC Manager (Advanced SQF Practitioner) in order to be properly integrated and prepared for the role.
The successful candidate must also be able to work independently, and coordinate activities with various teams, in a fast pace working environment. In addition to demonstrating sound decision[1]making aptitude, striving for continuous improvement and ensuring on-site compliance to the current SQF Code, and Safe Food For Canadians Regulations written by Health Canada and enforced by the CFIA.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The individual will take a lead role in the ongoing maintenance, implementation & continuous improvement of the SQF system which includes pre-requisite programs, operational prerequisite programs and food safety plans. The individual will work individually on systems management and on the verify supervisors and operators are adhering the quality standards from the current SQF Code. The individual will also be responsible for overseeing the duties and responsibilities of a substitute SQF Practitioner and collaborate with the rest of the senior management team to lead and oversee daily operations and production.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Must be a self-starter with exceptional leadership capabilities.
- Ensures that management commitment, food safety/quality practices & food safety culture are understood and adhered to by all positions of the company while on-site.
- Demonstrates leadership by following all food safety and quality practices of the manufacturing site.
- Responsible for the entire SQF Manufacturing System and HACCP-based Food Safety Plans site-wide. Oversees the responsibilities and activities of QC Technicians, or substitute SQF Practitioner.
- responsible for maintaining compliance to Safe Food for Canadians Regulations and maintaining American FDA Portal Account to prevent deactivation.
- Responsible for maintaining Kosher and other Identity Preserved Programs in relevant departments.
- Responsible for all on-site certification and re-certification audits and inspections including, but not limited to: SQF, CFIA, Kosher, Customers, Internal Audits, Organic, etc.
- Responsible for collaborating on new product R&D and regulatory compliance with the senior management team. Concept to realization & point of sale in compliance to SQF and CFIA SFCR.
- Responsible for Root Cause Analysis, Corrective & Preventive Action. Relevant to all deviations & customer complaints within the scope of sold products from large & small wholesale manufacturing.
- Ensures the initial food safety training of all new hires, annual refresher training and annual training relative to SQF and Quality Management System for all relevant employees of the site.
- Collaboration projects as required with Senior Management and the rest of the management team.
- Researches and stays well-informed of changes to applicable regulations
ABILITIES AND PERSONALITY TRAITS:
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Strong Interpersonal and organizational leadership skills along with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities and ability to work effectively in teams or independently.
- Detail oriented, and strives for continuous improvement.
- Excellent work ethic and attendance.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Post Secondary degree or college diploma in related discipline of Food Safety (Preferred)
- Implementing SQF Systems (Post-Farm Gate)/SQF Practitioner Certification (Required)
- Internal Auditing Certification and/or Advanced SQF Practitioner Certification (Required)
- HACCP Certification or Food Safety Education Equivalent (Required)
- Good Manufacturing Practices Knowledge (GMPs).
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum: 1-2+ Years Experience in a Similar Role
- Experience at SQF Certified Sites for transferrable knowledge Preferred
- Demonstration of previous leadership experiences
- 2-3 Years experience within the Food Industry
- Proficient with Microsoft Programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) in addition to excellent computer skills.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Working individually and in teams to accomplish & complete complex projects.
- Multidisciplinary setting of being on the production floor & within an office.
- Working at heights to disassemble and reassemble machinery where required
If this sounds like you, please send a resume and a brief introduction to: sebastian@pavrorecruiting.com
PAVRO Recruitment is a fair and equitable search firm. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.