HACCP Coordinator

Olymel; Oakville; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Family‑like environment

Training and skills development

Certification program

Service recognition program

Benefits package

Corporate discounts

Sustainable development programs

Job summary

Olymel in Oakville is seeking an HACCP Coordinator to lead the HACCP FSEP, drive continual improvement of food safety and quality systems, and support regulatory compliance across the plant. The role emphasizes collaboration, audit preparation, and staff training within a stable, growth‑oriented environment.

You will coordinate with department teams, host third‑party audits including CFIA, train staff on HACCP and GMP, manage NCRs and recalls, and help sustain a safe, high‑performing workplace

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and enhancing HACCP Food Safety Enhancement Program (FSEP).
• Coordinating with departmental team members in improving the HACCP FSEP and compliance to BRCGS requirements inclusive of the Food Quality Plan.
• Hosting third party regulatory/system audits including audits by CFIA.
• Communicating and coordinating efforts with government agencies, CFIA Inspectors and Auditors, contractors, and customers.
• Facilitating quarterly BRCGS/HACCP food safety Committee meetings. Preparing agenda and minutes of the meeting. Following up on all action items from the meeting to ensure closure.
• Conducting internal audits to validate the effectiveness of the HACCP FSEP and Quality System.
• Organizing, maintaining, and supporting the HACCP Plans, Quality Plans, Sanitation Programs, Prerequisite Programs, Pest Control Program and Recall System.
• Performing reassessment of the HACCP FSEP requirements against CFIA Appendix/Guideline requirements to ensure continuing effectiveness of the program.
• Support mock recall to ensure that the recall system is current and effective. Where required, coordinating recall efforts with Corporate and external agencies.
• Providing HACCP/GMP/Biosecurity/BRCGS training to new employees or when changes to the programs.
• Providing HACCP/GMP/Biosecurity/BRCGS refresher training to existing employees or to their respective Supervisors who will then train their own employees.
• Investigating HACCP related issues and work with plant personnel and QA in determining root cause, identifying cause of deviation, documenting and implementing corrective/preventative actions and verifying to ensure that actions taken were effective.
• Maintaining Non-Conformance Requests (NCRs) file.
• Providing support to plant and office personnel in areas pertinent to HACCP program.
• Acting as one of the main contacts in the event of a product recall.
• Report any risk or evidence of unsafe or out-of-specification product, equipment, packaging, or raw materials, to QA manager, to enable the resolution of food safety and quality issues.
• Acting as the Gluten Free Management System (GFMS) team lead.

Job description

HACCP Coordinator

Advertised Posting Location: 2714 Bristol Circ, Oakville, L6H 6A1

Shift: Day

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Compensation: Starting from $65000

Join Olymel — Innovation, Quality, and Sustainable Growth!

At Olymel, we believe in innovation, quality, and sustainable growth. We are looking for an HACCP Coordinator to join our dynamic team. If you are motivated by the challenge of developing effective strategies, improving internal processes, and fostering a high-performance and collaborative work environment, this opportunity is for you!

Why choose Olymel?

Career Growth: Develop your skills and progress in an environment that values personal and professional development.
Corporate Culture: Be part of a close-knit team where every contribution is valued.
Innovation: Participate in innovative projects that have a real impact on the organization.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintaining and enhancing HACCP Food Safety Enhancement Program (FSEP).


• Coordinating with departmental team members in improving the HACCP FSEP and compliance to BRCGS requirements inclusive of the Food Quality Plan.


• Hosting third party regulatory/system audits including audits by CFIA.


• Communicating and coordinating efforts with government agencies, CFIA Inspectors and Auditors, contractors, and customers.


• Facilitating quarterly BRCGS/HACCP food safety Committee meetings. Preparing agenda and minutes of the meeting. Following up on all action items from the meeting to ensure closure.


• Conducting internal audits to validate the effectiveness of the HACCP FSEP and Quality System.


• Organizing, maintaining, and supporting the HACCP Plans, Quality Plans, Sanitation Programs, Prerequisite Programs, Pest Control Program and Recall System.


• Performing reassessment of the HACCP FSEP requirements against CFIA Appendix/Guideline requirements to ensure continuing effectiveness of the program.


• Support mock recall to ensure that the recall system is current and effective. Where required, coordinating recall efforts with Corporate and external agencies.


• Providing HACCP/GMP/Biosecurity/BRCGS training to new employees or when changes to the programs.


• Providing HACCP/GMP/Biosecurity/BRCGS refresher training to existing employees or to their respective Supervisors who will then train their own employees.


• Investigating HACCP related issues and work with plant personnel and QA in determining root cause, identifying cause of deviation, documenting and implementing corrective/preventative actions and verifying to ensure that actions taken were effective.


• Maintaining Non-Conformance Requests (NCRs) file.


• Providing support to plant and office personnel in areas pertinent to HACCP program.


• Acting as one of the main contacts in the event of a product recall.


• Report any risk or evidence of unsafe or out-of-specification product, equipment, packaging, or raw materials, to QA manager, to enable the resolution of food safety and quality issues.


• Acting as the Gluten Free Management System (GFMS) team lead.

Here’s everything Olymel has to offer:

• A competitive annual salary, to be discussed based on your experience


• A truly family-like work environment


• Personalized support for your training and skills development


• An attractive certification program


• A service recognition program


• A comprehensive compensation package and a range of competitive benefits


• Attractive corporate discounts


• A company committed to sustainable development, that creates and markets quality products, promotes animal welfare, responsible sourcing, reduces its environmental impact, and gives back to the communities where it operates through various programs, including“Ensemble on redonne”.

Thank you for your consideration.

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