Food Safety Quality Assurance Technologist
Food Safety Quality Assurance Technologist
Position Title: FSQA Technologist
Company: Bimbo Bakeries USA
Location: Jalalabad, Punjab, India
About Us:
At Bimbo Bakeries USA, we take pride in being a leading producer and distributor of packaged fresh bread, bakery, and snacking products. Our renowned brands such as Dempster’s®, Villaggio®, POM®, Bon Matin@, Ben’s®, Stonemill,@ McGavins,® Oroweat®, Vachon®, and Takis® have a strong presence in the market. With 16 bakeries across Canada and a dedicated team of approximately 4,200 associates, we are committed to delivering high-quality products through innovation in our supply chain network. We serve major grocery chains, retail outlets, and food service operations nationwide, offering both branded and private label products.
Job Description:
Role Overview:
As an FSQA Technologist, you will play a crucial role in upholding our commitment to quality and food safety. Your leadership qualities, analytical skills, and effective communication will ensure that our products meet the highest standards and are safe for consumption.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the plant management team to investigate customer and consumer complaints, identifying root causes and sharing investigation outcomes with stakeholders. Engage in projects aimed at reducing complaints.
- Manage the non-conformance system for ingredients and products, completing necessary documentation and coordinating with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve and prevent non-conformities.
- Keep plant-level quality and food safety documentation updated, including product specifications and formulas.
- Conduct thorough reviews of records and forms linked to product quality and food safety to ensure compliance with our Quality System.
- Perform internal audits and inspections related to food safety and quality. Assist during internal, third-party, or government inspections and audits.
- Oversee the master training file, ensuring timely completion of required training for all associates. Provide training on quality and food safety programs.
- Execute tests and controls as mandated by our Quality System.
- Provide support to the plant team in continuous improvement projects, monitoring corrective actions and addressing customer requests.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Food Quality Assurance, with a strong grasp of HACCP, GFSI (BRC), and Quality Systems, preferably in the food industry.
- Holds a B.SC in Food Science or equivalent combination of academic and professional experience.
- Team-oriented with excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to motivate and train individuals at the bakery floor level.
- Proficient in computer skills, including data analysis and report writing for corrective actions.
Please Note:
All offers of employment at Bimbo Canada Company, Limited are subject to the successful completion of a pre-hire background check, which may include criminal history, reference checks, and/or credit checks. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity, equity, and belonging in the workplace, encouraging applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds. While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.