SQF Practitioner

Golden-Valley-Foods-Ltd.; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job security

Group benefits

Employee assistance program

RRSP program

Scholarship program

Bursary programs

Job summary

P&H Foods Inc. is seeking a SQF/HACCP Coordinator to oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of our SQF system across the Canadian operations. You will ensure compliance with SFCR, Egg Regulations, and GFSI SQF code, lead audits, and train staff to uphold food-safety standards.

Ideal candidates have HACCP training, SQF/GFSI experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with teams to improve processes.

Qualifications

• HACCP and SQF knowledge required with ability to implement and maintain food-safety programs.
• Experience with CFIA Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) and GFSI SQF Code is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, validation, verification, and continuous improvement of HACCP and SQF systems.
• Ensure CFIA SFCR, Egg Regulations and GFSI SQF code compliance across the organization.
• Oversee training, records, audits, and corrective actions as part of SQF/HACCP programs.
• Coordinate HACCP meetings and management reviews with Supervisors and Senior Management.
• Review records for completeness and compliance, and ensure staff training is up to date.
• Communicate food safety issues to Plant Manager and ensure proper actions.

Skills

HACCP training

SQF implementation

GFSI SQF

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Problem solving

Independent work

In-house systems

Alchemy training

Education

HACCP training courses

Tools

Alchemy

Job description

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $90,000.00 Annually

JOIN OUR ADVENTURE!

What came first, the chicken or the egg? We still don’t know the answer, but we can share with you, the journey after…

P&H Foods Inc. is a Canadian, family-owned agribusiness with operations across Canada, and we are passionate about eggs! All things eggs in fact, including shell eggs which we provide to grocery stores and foodservice providers, liquid and dried egg as an ingredient for culinary and industrial processing as well as producing a nutritious and delicious line of ready to eat, value added egg products. We are proudly Canadian with a long rich history of working with local family farms in bringing farm fresh eggs to our communities every day!

Our family values are a culturally diverse reflection of our Canadian heritage. We’ve been providing locally sourced food to Canadians for over 115 years! Our collection of unique perspectives and experiences sets us apart with the passion to drive performance.

As part of our values, our organization is constantly in search of innovation. Our state-of-the-art grading and processing equipment sets us apart and drives our commitment to lead the industry in sustainability, safety, and automation. In addition, our facilities are food safe certified ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, food safety, and quality.

We are looking for egg enthusiasts who are interested in more than just a job. You are on the hunt for a rewarding career where you’ll make a difference and continue your learning journey. In addition to a rewarding career, you can rest assured that your journey won’t be cut short! Our team members enjoy additional perks such as job security, comprehensive group benefits, an employee assistance program, RSP program, scholarship, and bursary programs!

As a member of our team, you can expect to contribute fresh perspectives, share new and exciting ideas, participate in growth opportunities, build our diverse and inclusive culture, and so much more! Opportunities are only limited by your imagination!

We look forward to hearing from you and learning how you will grow with us and contribute to our ever-evolving team of egg enthusiasts!

POSITION OVERVIEW

Oversee the development, implementation, review, and maintenance of the SQF System, including food safety fundamentals. Take appropriate action to ensure the integrity of the SQF System and communicate to relevant personnel all information essential to ensure the effective implementation and maintenance of the SQF System. Ensure compliance with the CFIA Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR), Egg Regulations, and Global Safety Initiative (GFSI) SQF code requirements.

SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Food industry experience considered an asset
• HACCP food safety training courses in Prerequisites & HACCP Plans required
• GFSI SQF implementation training course preferred
• Strong organizational, communication skills, and the ability to work independently with little supervision
• Demonstrated understanding of the SQF related code level and the requirements to implement and maintain SQF System relevant to the company scope of certification
• Ability to adapt to changes and open to learning new ways to get things done more efficiently and effectively
• Basic knowledge of computer and ability to learn in-house systems
• Must be able to work well with others be a team leader as well as a team player, demonstrating politeness, respect, and courtesy in communication and daily interactions
• Must be able to communicate effectively and respectfully with customers regarding complaints and special requests
• Problems are solved based on scientific knowledge, background, and analytical skills
• Types of problems that need to be solved on a regular basis are to deal with egg temperature issues, cooler temperature issues and compliance to grading standards and interpretations

RESPONSIBILITIES

General

• Ensure all company policies and procedures meet SQF requirements
• Update all SQF/HACCP records, procedures, and training when changes occur to regulations or SQF program
• Ensure plant wide employee compliance to all SQF/HACCP policies and procedures
• Establish and implement the training needs of the organization’s personnel to ensure they have the required competencies to carry out those functions affecting products, legality, and safety. Also informing personnel of their responsibility to report food safety problems to personnel with authority to initiate action:
  • Write and keep pre-requisites current
  • Ensure all checklists and documents are available on the network drive and are given to staff at their required frequencies
  • Review checklists with supervisor and monitoring persons
  • Review all records for completeness, compliance and corrective actions when required
  • Verify that designated employees are following written pre-requisite program and HACCP plan procedures
• Annually perform reviews/audits of the SQF/HACCP program
• Ensure that the day shift is completing the appropriate forms for post shift inspections
• Ensure orientation, refresher training and tracking spreadsheets are continually updated once training has been issued, ensuring completion at the required frequencies. This includes but is not limited to new hire, food safe, occupational health and safety, operator certifications, and legislated training (WHMIS, SDS, etc.)
• Champion the company’s on-line training software (Alchemy) in facilitating training and development initiatives
• Coordinate and present SQF Management Review meetings including audit results, complaints, corrective actions and system performance
• Organize and chair HACCP meetings with Supervisors and Senior Management at a minimum of quarterly
• Work with supervisors and managers to issue employee corrective action as needed. Document and forward copy to the Plant Manager
• Contribute to the selection of staff, ensuring training is complete, and participate in performance evaluations and disciplinary actions
• Be aware of all company policies and procedures and rectify any gaps present
• Conducts discipline and termination meetings as required
• Ensure all performance reviews are completed as per timelines
• Facilitate the resolution of disputes within your team
• Ensure all staff is trained on mobile equipment
• Advocate for company and company values
• Look for input from the HACCP Team as to how the Quality food safety/HACCP program is working, and if there are any changes that could be an improvement
• Track all new products in the plant and ensure they are added to the product list for HACCP. Ongoing changes to HACCP program as required
• Monitor pest control records – look for deviations and respond accordingly
• Effectively handle employee HACCP concerns
• Inform Plant Manager of any conditions that could affect food safety
• Ensure food safety issues are communicated with the Plant Manager

SQF Quality & Food Safety

• Lead the development, validation, verification, and continuous improvement of the HACCP plan and SQF system:
  • CFIA Regulations
  • Safe food for Canadian regulations
  • CFIA Approved Prerequisite and HACCP Plans
  • Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) SQF 2000 Level II Code
  • Oversee entire program for completeness compliance
  • Ensure HACCP team is aware of their responsibilities to report food safety and quality complaints to SQF Practitioner/HACCP Coordinator as well as Supervisors who have authority to initiate corrective action
• Keep current with:
  • Quality & food safety knowledge – attend appropriate courses
  • CFIA regulations – check website
  • SQF 2000 Code – check website
• Records – SQF/HACCP:
  • Review and verify all records for completeness, compliance, and appropriate corrective actions
• Monthly responsibilities:
  • Monthly GMP internal audits
  • Monthly glass inspection
  • HACCP meetings
• Every Six months (2 per year):
  • Semi-annual HACCP/prerequisite audit
  • Water sampling, perform potable water sampling test
• Annually:
  • Complete the validation and reassessment review of SQF documents
  • SQF/HACCP training including the team members and all employees
  • Review facility manuals

P&H Foods Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.