Quality Specialist

Western Waffles; Brantford; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Brantford, Ontario is seeking a Quality Specialist to implement quality assurance programs ensuring food safety and regulatory compliance. This role involves auditing, inspecting materials, and training staff to uphold high standards. If you hold a degree in food science and have experience in the food industry, we invite you to join our inclusive and dynamic team.

Benefits

Comprehensive paid time off

RRSP program with employer match

Access to wellness and employee assistance programs

Paid training and tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of quality experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Experience developing and conducting employee training.
• Demonstrated experience auditing quality systems & manufacturing practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development and implementation of Quality Assurance programs.
• Inspect incoming materials to ensure product quality.
• Conduct GMP and sanitation audits.

Skills

Quality Assurance

FDA Regulations

Data Collection

Food Safety Experience

ISO 9001

Mobile Devices

Root cause Analysis

Quality Systems

OSHA

Food Processing

Quality Management

cGMP

Education

Bachelors degree in food science, Biology or related field

SQF Practitioner certification

Job description

TreeHouse Foods (NYSE : THS) is a leading manufacturer of private label packaged foods and beverages operating a network of over 20 production facilities and several corporate offices across the United States and Canada. At TreeHouse Foods our commitment to excellence extends beyond our products and revolves around our people. We are investing in talent and creating a performance-based culture where employees can do their best work and develop their careers directly impacting our mission to make high quality affordable food for our customers communities and families. We hope you will consider joining the team and being part of our future.

Named one of Americas Best Large Employers by Forbes Magazine we are proud to live by a strong set of values and strive to Engage and Delight One Customer at a Time. Guided by our values Own It Commi t to Excellence Be Agile Speak Up and Better Together We are a diverse team driven by integrity accountability and a commitment to exceptional results. We embrace change prioritize continuous learning and foster collaboration transparency and healthy debate. Together we set each other up for success to achieve enterprise-wide goals.

What You G ain :

Competitive compensation and benefits program with no waiting period youre eligible from your first day!

RRSP program with a 3% employer match (with increased matches awarded based on service) and 100% vesting as soon as you enroll !

Comprehensive paid time off opportunities including immediate access to four weeks of vacation five sick days and 1 1 company holidays !

Leaders who are invested in supporting your accelerated career growth plus paid training tuition reimbursement and a robust educational platform DevelopU with more than 10000 free courses to support you along the way.

An inclusive working environment where you can build meaningful work relationships with a diverse group of professionals. Take advantage of opportunities to build on our team-oriented culture such as joining one of our Employee Resource Groups .

Access to our wellness and employee assistance programs .

Job Description : About the Role :

Our Brantford Ontario facility a manufacturer of quality private label griddle products is seeking a Quality Specialist. As a Quality Specialist you will assist in the implementation of Quality Assurance (QA) programs to ensure product quality food safety and sanitation in compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements

Youll add value to this role by performing various functions including but not limited to :

• Assist with the development and implementation of Quality Assurance and Sanitation programs to minimize risks and ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies.
• Inspect all incoming materials and analyze specifications to ensure consistent product quality.
• Collaborate with R&D to improve product quality and cost-effectiveness support product changes and oversee plant testing.
• Monitor material compliance and help manage supplier communications.
• Ensure proper execution of Document Control Practices.
• Provide support for the quality and food safety training for employees at all levels.
• Conduct GMP and sanitation audits and summarize technical data to identify trends and corrective actions as well as support quality systems and initiatives such as SPC SQF and continuous improvement processes.
• Lead efforts to resolve quality-related issues including customer complaints product holds and incidents.
• Analyze and interpret microbiological results and initiate corrective actions.
• Lead and collaborate with other departments to participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing efficiency quality and cost-effectiveness.
• This is a full-time on-site role on first shift. Occasional flexibility may be required to support alternate shifts.

Youll fit right in if you have :

• Bachelors degree in food science Biology or a related field. SQF Practitioner certification and Food Defense Program leadership experience preferred.
• Minimum of two years of quality experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience auditing quality systems & manufacturing practices and that all documentation requirements are consistently adhered to meet safety quality and regulatory requirements.
• Experience developing and conducting employee training.
• Excellent problem solving leadership and analytical skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Office.

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At TreeHouse Foods we embrace diversity and inclusion for innovation and growth. We are committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable workplace for our employees to bring their true selves to work to help us Engage and Delight One Customer at a Time. TreeHouse Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race color national origin age sex sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact

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Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Quality Assurance,FDA Regulations,Data Collection,Food Safety Experience,ISO 9001,Mobile Devices,Root cause Analysis,Quality Systems,OSHA,Food Processing,Quality Management,cGMP

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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