Food Safety and Quality Assurance Program Specialist

FGF Brands; Toronto; Remote; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home grown talent program

Leadership training

Competitive compensation

Health benefits

Medical spending account

RRSP matching

Tuition reimbursement

Discount program

Job summary

FGF Brands Inc. is seeking a FSQA Program Specialist to lead HACCP and BRCGS safety systems at the assigned facility, ensuring regulatory compliance and audit readiness through proactive management and cross-functional collaboration.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in QA for food manufacturing, strong knowledge of CFIA/Health Canada/USDA/FDA/BRCGS standards, and HACCP/BRCGS/SQF certifications. Growth opportunities, benefits, and teamwork are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Food Science, Food Safety, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 1–3 years of QA experience in food manufacturing, focusing on HACCP and BRCGS programs.
• Certification in HACCP and BRCGS/SQF Food Standard is required.
• Strong knowledge of CFIA, Health Canada, USDA, FDA, and BRCGS requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage HACCP and Food Safety Systems to maintain program effectiveness.
• Oversee hazard identification, risk assessment, and control measures across all stages of production.
• Maintain HACCP, BRCGS, and prerequisite programs with reviews, verification, and validation.
• Ensure site compliance with food safety regulations and standards (CFIA, Health Canada, USDA, FDA, BRCGS).
• Update SOPs and records; manage document control in the Black Box system.
• Conduct weekly QA, sanitation, shipping, receiving, maintenance, and production record verifications.
• Schedule and lead Food Safety and HACCP meetings; support audits (internal and external).
• Assist with timely closure of corrective actions and non-conformances.

Skills

HACCP knowledge

BRCGS knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Verbal and written communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Post-secondary education in Food Science or Food Safety

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Introduction

We’re a naan traditional company… Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of.We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.

Overview

The FSQA (Food Safety and Quality Assurance) Program Specialist will be reporting the QA Program Lead andis responsible forleading the development, implementation, and maintenance of the HACCP and BRCGS food safety management systems at the assigned facility. This position ensures regulatory compliance, promotes a strong food safety culture, and drives continuous audit readiness through proactive system management and cross-functional collaboration.

What FGF Offers:

• FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training, unleashing your potential
• Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical/health spending account
• RRSP matching program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping, etc.

Responsibilities

HACCP & Food Safety System Management

• Lead and support the HACCP and Food Safety Teams to ensurethe effectivemaintenance of the HACCP and BRCGS programs.
• Oversee hazard identification, risk assessment, and control measures across all stages of raw material intake and food production, ensuring alignment with the HACCP Plan (Forms 5–9).
• Maintain and update HACCP, BRCGS, and prerequisite programs through regular review, monitoring, verification, and validation activities.
• Ensure the assigned siteis in compliance withall applicable food safety regulations and standards, including CFIA, Health Canada, USDA, FDA, and BRCGS requirements.

Documentation & Record Keeping

• Update andmaintainStandard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and records based on HACCP reassessments, product or process changes, and equipment modifications.
• Manage document control processes, ensuring all QA, Sanitation, and Maintenance records are accuratelymaintainedand uploaded to the Black Box system.
• Conduct weekly verification of QA, sanitation, shipping, receiving, maintenance, and production records, reporting compliance status to senior QA and Compliance leadership.

Audit & Inspection Readiness

• Schedule and lead Food Safety and HACCP meetings; distribute meeting minutes and track actionitemcompletion.
• Support the QA ProgramLead to prepare the site for internal and external audits, including BRCGS, customer, CFIA, and other regulatory inspections.
• Assistwithtimelyclosure of corrective actions and non-conformances from audits, inspections, or internal reviews.
• Lead and document weekly and monthly self-inspections; collaborate with cross-functional teams to address deviations and promote continuous improvement.

Training & Compliance

• Conduct annual and new employee training on Critical Control Point (CCP) monitoring, HACCP requirements, and relevant food safety protocols.
• Stay current with changes to food safety laws, regulations, and industry standards, communicating updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Foster a hygienic,compliant, and positive working environment that aligns with company policies and food safety standards.

Other Responsibilities

• Occasional travel to other facilities may berequired.
• Perform otherduties asassigned by the QA Program Leader.

Requirements

Education:

• Post-secondary education in Food Science, Food Safety, ora relateddiscipline.

Experience:

• Minimum 1–3 years of quality assurance experience in food manufacturing, with a focus on HACCP and BRCGS programs.
• Proventrack recordin developing, implementing, andmaintainingfood safety management systems.
• Experience in audit preparation, document control, and corrective action management.

Certifications & Skills:

• Certified training in HACCP and BRCGS/SQF Food Standard (Certificationrequired).
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations (CFIA, FDA, USDA, BRCGS).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and electronic document management systems.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Other Requirements

• Flexibility to work across multiple facilities or bakery locations.
• Must have a valid driver's license (G2/G) andhasaccess to a car.

Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.

In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.

FGF Brands may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our recruitment and selection process. These tools may assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants. AI tools are used to support our recruitment process, with final hiring decisions made by our recruitment and hiring teams.