FSQA Manager - Thermal Process

Maple Leaf Foods Inc; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 96,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer days

Learning & development

Job summary

Maple Leaf Foods Inc is seeking an FSQA Manager, Thermal Process in Mississauga. You will develop and execute thermal process validation, support product development, and lead FSQA activities to ensure safe, effective thermal systems across the network.

The role requires strong data analysis, rigorous report writing, and hands-on plant activity, with extensive travel as needed. Compensation ranges from CAD 96,000 to CAD 141,000 plus incentive, with benefits and annual incentive eligibility.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Food Science or related discipline.
• Proficient in MS Office; comfortable with AI tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication; able to brief Sr. Management.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and meets deadlines.
• Willingness to travel; owns a vehicle; extensive travel required.
• Experience in manufacturing environments; able to handle noise, heat.
• Movement around machinery in manufacturing settings safely.

Responsibilities

• Execute the thermal validation program across plants and support teams.
• Coordinate with plants to prioritize tasks and maintain business continuity.
• Plan and conduct temperature distribution studies on equipment.
• Validate new and existing product thermal processes as required.
• Prepare and present technical reports to associates and management.
• Review thermal deviations and provide fact-based disposition.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and stay updated on safety requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments for changes to formulation/processes.
• Develop project work plans and document knowledge transfer.
• Pursue continuous education to maintain position requirements.
• Maintain project files for knowledge transfer.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Adaptability in fast-paced environment

Willingness to travel

Safety in manufacturing environments

Team collaboration

Present to Sr. Management

Education

Post-secondary education in Food Science or related discipline

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

The Opportunity

The FSQA Manager, Thermal Process position will appeal to individuals who enjoy the challenge of learning and growing while doing. As part of the MLF Thermal Process team, the FSQA Manager - Thermal Process will work closely with the MLF Thermal Process Authority to develop and execute the thermal process validation program, develop thermal processes including related manufacturing and FSQA activities, toward ensuring the continued safety and effectiveness of thermal processes and thermal related systems, support the development of new food products, troubleshoot and support thermal system and related systems and process improvements, and assess process deviations. This person needs to be self-motivated, team oriented, enjoy a fast-paced environment, dogged in their pursuit of the end goal, and capable of bringing creative approaches to the resolution of the broad array of challenges with which they will be confronted. The FSQA Manager - Thermal Process must also enjoy the comprehensive nature of the job that will require involvement in detailed data analysis, rigorous report writing and hands on plant activities. A passion for food safety with an ability to use science and technology in problem solving is essential. This role has a focus on Thermal Processing throughout the MLF network and, at times, extensive travel is required to meet the needs of this position.

Compensation: $96,000 - $141,000 CAD base pay annually plus annual short-term incentive. The above compensation 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. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible to participate in Maple Leaf's annual short-term incentive plan.

Snapshot Of a Day-in-the-Life

• Execute the thermal validation program, including related Manufacturing and FSQA activities. Support FSQA, Operations, and Product Development teams as required.
• Coordinate with plants to manage priorities and tasks io order to most efficiently complete objectives and maintain business continuity
• Plan and execute temperature distribution studies on existing, new and modified equipment, including assessment of the various types of cooking systems and equipment types, from canning to batch houses, to continuous systems and equipment in the MLF Network.
• Validate new and existing product thermal processes as required
• Extensive use of data collection/analysis software such as CalSoft, NumeriCal, MadgeTech, HOBOWare, Thermodata Viewer, etc.
• Prepare and presents technical reports/results, both written and oral, to associates, peers and management
• Review thermal deviations and provide fact-based disposition, as required
• Participate in cross functional teams responsible for projects
• Understand and stay up to date on all applicable thermal processing food safety requirements (Internal, CFIA, FDA, USDA, etc.)
• Conducts risk assessments for changes to formulation and/or process to determine if thermal validation is required
• Independently develop project work plans to execute projects efficiently.
• Consults technical resources (literature, technical papers, academia, etc.) to further knowledge and apply the learning to execute projects
• Completes any continuous education training deemed necessary to build/maintain the requirements of the position
• Maintains project files to ensure collection and transfer of learning and knowledge

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

• Post-secondary education in Food Science or a related Science discipline
• Computer proficiency in MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). Open to new ways of learning and doing things including use of AI, etc.
• Can effectively communicate to Sr. Management on key issues i.e. facts, recommendations, implications and next steps
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must enjoy and thrive in a fast-paced environment and deliver commitments in a timely and accurate manner
• Flexibility of schedule – schedule may require various start times due to manufacturing and production schedule availability
• Ownership of a vehicle and willingness to travel. Extensive out of province travel will be required at times to support thermal processes in the MLF Network.
• Exposure to manufacturing environments for periodic extended workdays that can include loud noise, heat, cold, wet and slippery conditions
• The ability to move safely and freely around machinery in manufacturing environments.

Additional Information

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.
• 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.

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 [e-mail].

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.

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