QA/QC Manager (Food) in Barrie

Job Title: QA/QC Manager (Food)

Reference #: PFQQON040226

Duration of employment: Permanent Full-time

Employer: International Food Manufacturer

Location: Barrie, ON – Public transit is not available; vehicle required. On‑site parking is available.

Starting Date: End of April to May

Training will be provided at the company’s Vancouver facility for the first 3 months.

Probation: 3 months

Work hours: At the initial start‑up phase, all employees will work 9:00 am – 5:30 pm. When the operation transitions to a two‑line system, a two‑shift rotation will run: Early Shift: 7:30 am – 4 pm; Late Shift: 1 pm – 9:30 pm. Production Manager is highly likely to be assigned to the early shift (starting at 5:30 am). (30 min meal break + 20 min paid coffee break).

Compensation: $70K–75K/yr (DOE)

Benefits: Group insurance (extended health, dental, vision care, prescription drugs) after 3‑month probation period

Main Job duties:

• Lead, monitor, and support the daily activities of the QA/QC team to ensure consistent execution of quality and food safety programs across all shifts.
• Develop, implement, and maintain the facility’s HACCP plan and food safety programs, ensuring compliance with Canadian (CFIA/SFCR) and US (FDA/FSMA) regulations, as well as GFSI standards (e.g., SQF, BRC).
• Manage and lead all internal and external audits and inspections; ensure audit readiness at all times.
• Monitor, verify, and enforce GMPs, sanitation procedures, allergen control, and regulatory policies throughout the facility.
• Investigate deviations, quality incidents, customer complaints, and food safety issues; identify root causes and implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Drive continuous improvement by analyzing trends, conducting risk assessments, and implementing improvements to enhance product quality and process efficiency.
• Maintain and oversee the quality document control system; ensure all records and documentation are accurate, current, and audit‑ready.
• Provide training, coaching, and performance feedback to QA/QC staff; ensure all team members are knowledgeable in HACCP, food safety, and quality procedures.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including production, sanitation, R&D, and supply chain to resolve quality concerns and support product development.
• Maintain, update, and enforce QA/QC policies, manuals, SOPs, specifications, and training materials.
• Track and report on key quality metrics (KPIs), audit findings, and improvement progress to senior leadership.
• May be required to assist on the production line during emergencies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of QA/QC experience in food manufacturing, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Able to participate in internal training at the company’s Vancouver facility for the first 3 months (or more if necessary).
• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Quality Assurance, or a related field is an asset.
• HACCP certification required; PCQI certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations, GFSI standards, GMP, SSOPs, and sanitation practices.
• Demonstrated experience in managing a QA/QC team and fostering a culture of accountability and quality.
• Proficient in root cause analysis, corrective action planning, and process improvement.
• Experience with quality systems and document control platforms (e.g., Trace Gains, Safety Chain, or equivalent).
• Experience in document management, including updating quality documents, procedures, and records.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work in a production environment (temperature variations, noise, standing/walking for extended periods).
• Availability to work flexible hours/weekends as needed to meet operational demands.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada – No visa support from the employer.

Please apply only if you possess all of the requirements.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.