Spécialiste sécurité alimentaire

Barry Callebaut Manufacturing Iberica SA.; Saint-Hyacinthe; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Barry Callebaut Manufacturing Iberica SA. in Canada seeks a Food Safety Specialist to own and maintain HACCP plans, implement site safety programs, and lead hazard assessments.

You will coordinate with Operations, Sanitation, Engineering, R&D and Quality to strengthen safety culture, ensuring regulatory and customer requirements are met. The role requires 3–5 years of experience in food safety within manufacturing, HACCP training, and strong documentation skills; bilingual French/English

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in a relevant science/engineering field with food industry exposure.
• FSSC 22000 or BRCGS familiarity is preferred.
• HACCP training is required; PCQI certification is an asset.
• Strong analytical, risk assessment, and technical documentation skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional influence within teams.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain HACCP/Food Safety Plan and prerequisite programs.
• Implement site food safety programs respecting global, regional, and customer requirements.
• Lead hazard assessments and support process/product/operational changes.
• Manage Environmental Monitoring Program (EMP) and CCP/OPRP compliance.
• Oversee allergen control and sanitation program oversight.
• Investigate food safety incidents and support root cause analysis and CAPAs.
• Conduct food safety assessments and verifications; lead training programs.
• Maintain records and support audits, inspections, and certifications.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Sanitation, R&D and Quality teams on safety initiatives.

Skills

GFSI standards

HACCP/PCQI

Sanitation & GMP

Risk assessment

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation

Allergen management

Audits & inspections

French-English bilingual

Training & coaching

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biology, Engineering, or related

Job description

About the role:

The Food Safety Specialist reports to the Plant QA Manager and serves as the technical owner of the site's food safety programs. The role is responsible for implementing and maintaining food safety programs and controls in accordance with Barry Callebaut's global and regional standards, regulatory requirements, and applicable customer requirements.

The incumbent provides technical food safety expertise, verifies the effectiveness of controls, identifies and escalates emerging risks, and collaborates with Operations, Sanitation, Engineering, R&D, and Quality teams to strengthen food safety program execution and foster a strong food safety culture across the site.

Key Responsabilities :

• Own and maintain the site's HACCP Plan / Food Safety Plan and associated prerequisite programs.
• Implement and maintain site food safety programs, procedures, and controls in compliance with global, regional, regulatory, and applicable customer requirements.
• Lead food safety hazard assessments and provide technical support for process, product, equipment, or operational changes.
• Manage the Environmental Monitoring Program (EMP).
• Govern CCP and OPRP requirements and activities.
• Oversee the site's allergen control program requirements.
• Provide technical oversight of sanitation programs, hygiene practices, and pest management activities.
• Investigate food safety incidents and trends and support root cause analysis, as well as corrective and preventive actions.
• Conduct food safety assessments and verification activities.
• Lead or coordinate food safety training programs for employees.
• Maintain food safety program records and documentation.
• Support internal and external audits, regulatory inspections, and certification activities.
• Monitor food safety performance and support site improvement plans.
• Support the deployment and sustainment of global and regional food safety programs, including Non-Negotiable Standards (NNS).
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Sanitation, R&D, and Quality teams on activities that may impact food safety.
• Promote GMPs and food safety best practices through active floor presence and employee coaching.

About you :

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 3 to 5 years or more of experience in food safety or quality within a food manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of GFSI-recognized standards, ideally FSSC 22000 or BRCGS.
• Demonstrated knowledge of sanitation, allergen management, pest control, and GMP programs.
• HACCP training required; PCQI certification or another relevant certification is considered an asset.
• Strong analytical, risk assessment, problem-solving, and technical documentation skills.
• Excellent communication, training, and influencing skills with cross-functional teams.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence without direct authority.
• Curious, analytical, and proactive approach.
• Ability to challenge practices when food safety may be at risk.
• French and english required to interact with colleagues on site and corporate teams.

At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we’ve experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong.#oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.