Maple Leaf Foods Inc. based in Saskatoon, SK is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of FSQA technician. Maple Leaf Foods Inc. is a prominent Canadian food processing company, specializing in meat and plant-based protein products. It offers a diverse range of high-quality meats, poultry, deli meats, and plant-based protein alternatives. It maintains a strong presence in the food industry, meeting consumer demands and industry standards while driving growth and profitability in the competitive market for protein products. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: Maple Leaf Foods Inc.
Position: FSQA technician
No of Vacancies: 2
Salary: $19.00 – $23.08 hourly
Employment Type: Full time
Location: Saskatoon, SK, Canada
Shift: Night shift
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have University degree or college diploma preferably in Chemistry, Microbiology, Food Science or a related discipline
Experience: Candidates should have considerable experience in the relevant field
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should possess self-directed and professional, well-developed English communication skills (verbal, written, and reading)
- The candidates should demonstrate computer proficiency in email and spreadsheets, and be able to learn a variety of other software
- The candidates should have an understanding of Sanitation, SOPs, HACCP, CCP’s, and GMP’s, which is preferred
- The candidates should exhibit strong attention to detail and show interest and willingness to learn and teach others
- The candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and have excellent organization and planning skills
- The candidates should demonstrate alignment to the Maple Leaf Leadership Values
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to perform and/or assist in daily quality and food safety-related decision-making based on established processes to ensure products meet the quality standards and food safety requirements of Maple Leaf Foods and its customers
- The candidates should be able to ensure product SOPs are accurate and available to plant staff and responsible for product holds for non-conforming product and collecting information to assist in determining product disposition
- The candidates should be able to perform daily monitoring and verification tasks, including record review and on-site audits/observations, as outlined in the HACCP/QA program, and recommend corrective actions for deviations
- The candidates should be able to conduct plant audits to ensure GMPs and Plant policies are effectively implemented and participate in external and internal audits, as required
- The candidates should be able to assist CFIA in the completion of Compliance Verification System (CVS) tasks by providing records and information, as requested
- The candidates should be able to participate in product traceability events with the ability to quickly trace product using SAP and provide training, support, and coaching to hourly and salaried employees across all levels of management to maintain and improve facility FSQA practices and procedures
- The candidates should be able to prepare sensory samples and participate in sensory evaluations and perform data entry and data analysis tasks
- The candidates should be able to perform microbiological and analytical sampling for product and environment as required and participate in projects and meetings with the goal of improving food safety and food quality
- The candidates should be able to assist in the implementation of changes that advance FSQA systems and/or programs
Benefits:
- The candidates will get competitive health and wellness benefits, defined contribution pension plan, and comprehensive tuition reimbursement program
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
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