At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?
Overview of the role:
Saputo Dairy Products Canada is seeking a passionate Advisor, Quality Assurance. The incumbent will report directly to the Director, Quality Assurance and based in St-Laurent Quebec. This person is responsible for the development and management of quality and food safety programs for assigned Saputo Plants, co-packers, Warehouses and Branches.
Salary: $66 960 - $87 890
*Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.
We support and take care of our employees and their families by offering:
Vacation upon hire
Generous and complete benefit coverage with group insurance
Group retirement plan with employer contribution
Telemedicine and assistance program for employees and their families
Employee Share Ownership Plan with an employer match
Paid Parental Leave program
Opportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSA
Training and development programs
Organized activities for employees and their families
Advantageous discounts on Saputo products
How you will make contributions that matter:
Provide support to assigned plants in the area of Quality Assurance and Food Safety by providing direction and guidance through a thorough understanding of Saputo quality and food safety standards
Conduct scheduled QA plant, warehouse, Branch and copacker audits
Conduct scheduled plant visits to assigned plants to follow-up and provide support in areas related to quality and food safety
Assist plants in becoming prepared for upcoming customer, regulatory and GFSI (BRC) audit;
Follow up on complaints originating from assigned plants and copackers. Work with plants and copackers to assess root cause, corrective action and prevention of quality issues. Provide written responses to Sales and customers, as required
Professionally communicate with Sales and Customers in order to satisfy customer requirements
Assess the suitability of potential new copackers via audits and reviews of technical and quality data
Pro-actively work on assigned department tasks and projects related to Quality and Food safety
You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:
3-5 years of professional experience in a similar position
University degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or other related discipline
Strong knowledge of plant QA systems including HACCP /GFSI, Food safety and laboratory practices and procedures
Strong communication (oral and written), interpersonal and analytical skills are prerequisites
Proficient with Microsoft Office computer applications
Experience in the dairy industry, especially cheese and fluid, is desirable
Ability to travel to various plant locations across Canada is required
This year, Saputo is celebrating 70 years of passion and craftsmanship!
In Canada, Saputo is a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Dairyland, Armstrong, Neilson, Alexis de Portneuf, and many more. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain management, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.
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