Quality Control Manager Cornwall, Ontario

Biscuits Leclerc Ltd; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent salary

Benefits

Job summary

Biscuits Leclerc Ltd in Ontario is seeking a Quality Manager to lead the Quality Department, ensuring HACCP and food safety programs are implemented and aligned with company goals.

You will drive regulatory compliance, develop SOPs, support internal and external audits, and mentor staff to sustain a culture of continuous improvement in quality and safety.

The role requires a BS in a related field, 5+ years of experience in food quality assurance, and proven leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in food science, quality, production or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in food quality assurance as a Quality Manager or similar role.
• Experience with GFSI/BRC, SQF, GMP and HACCP/other food safety standards.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage all quality activities in all plant areas impacted by in-plant programs.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, GMP adherence and effective food safety programs.
• Implement internal quality assurance systems and infrastructure.
• Maintain knowledge of trends affecting food safety and update programs for compliance.
• Compile and review data for trends and deviations; report corrective actions.
• Identify root causes of quality problems in production or supply chain and address them.
• Collaborate to improve product quality while reducing costs.
• Provide support to internal and external audits.
• Develop, revise and initiate standards and methods for inspection, sampling, testing and evaluation.
• Lead and manage the Quality department team and audit function.

Skills

Quality management

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

B.S. degree in food science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Reporting to the Quality Control Senior Manager, the Quality Manager will ensure proper function of the Quality Department including the Quality process controls, regulatory, Food Safety, Sanitation and Microbiology laboratory. The Quality Manager will be working with the Production Manager to ensure the development, compliance, and certification of HACCP and other food safety programs for the facility. This person will be responsible for providing leadership and direction to the food quality and safety programs to achieve quality and company goals.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage all quality activities in all plant areas that are impacted by the in-plant programs in the continuous improvement process;
• Insure regulatory compliance, adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and an effective food safety program;
• Implement necessary internal quality assurance systems and infrastructure;
• Maintain current knowledge of trends and changes affecting food safety and make recommendations for appropriate program changes to ensure governmental compliance.
• Compile and review of data for trends and deviations followed by reporting execution of corrective and preventative measure;
• Identify the root cause of quality problems in production or supply chain and reduce or eliminate them;
• Collaborate with others in the company to improve the quality levels of the products while implementing methods for reducing the cost;
• Provide support to all internal and external audits;
• Develop, revise and initiate standards and methods for inspection, sampling, testing, and evaluation, utilizing knowledge in related fields such as food science;
• Develop, organize and manage applications of a comprehensive quality and food safety programs;
• Formulate quality policies and programs and provide guidance and feedback to production;
• Provide introduction and daily application of the quality policy in the plant to ensure continued compliance to HACCP and other food safety programs;
• Update and develop SOPs to support the company's quality assurance system;
• Analyze quality control test results and communicate quality control information to all relevant organizational departments;
• Identify critical control points in the manufacturing process and specify sampling procedures to be used at those points.
• Lead and manage the Quality department team, assuring an effective and strong audit function;

Requirements

• B.S. degree in food science, quality, production or related field or relevant education/experience required;
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in the food Quality assurance field as a Quality Manager or similar position required;
• Direct experience with GFSI/BRC, SQF, GMP and other food safety standard including HACCP or similar food industry regulations;
• Experience using Microsoft Office and other computer based application (I pad, One Note, etc.);
• Be able to effectively understand and adhere to a variety of guidelines and work procedures (including health, safety, hygiene and sanitation);
• Demonstrate strong management, leadership, detail-oriented and organizational skills;
• Excellent people skills, maintain positive attitude and ability to motivate people, specifically mentoring and coaching individuals;
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills;
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written);

Why join Leclerc?

At Leclerc, we live by our five core values: Authenticity, Respect, Innovation, Engagement, and Pleasure.
These values guide everything we do and create a unique work environment where you can thrive.

• We believe in developing our talent - because growth starts with authenticity and engagement.
• We provide career progression opportunities - in a respectful and supportive atmosphere.
• We offer a dynamic and stimulating environment - where innovation is encouraged and celebrated.
• We use innovative digital tools - to make your work easier and more impactful.
• We are an innovative and growing company - committed to continuous improvement and bold ideas.
• We foster a collaborative and respectful culture - because teamwork and pleasure at work matter.
• We offer excellent salary and benefits