Food Safety and Quality Auditor

• Plan, schedule, and execute quarterly internal audits (medium and high risk) including onsite inspections, documentation reviews, summarize audit findings, audit reporting, and CAPA review for assigned facilities.
• Support QA Program Lead during external audits such as BRCGS, CFIA, customer-initiated, and other regulatory audits.
• Prioritize audit focus areas based on review of food safety red flags, customer complaints, KPI performance (scorecard) prior to audit planning.
• Ensure timely closure of corrective actions arising from internal, external, supplier or regulatory audits.

• Communicate effectively with the sites/suppliers following the audits and demonstrate a high level of Quality and Integrity in your daily responsibilities as an auditor.

• Review relevant documentation and conduct floor inspections to ensure site readiness prior to any external audits.
• Verify compliance with applicable regulatory requirements (CFIA, Health Canada, USDA, FDA, BRCGS).
• Maintain and update corporate SOPs, forms, and records following regulatory changes, HACCP reassessment, process changes, or new product/equipment implementation.
• Edit and upload corporate documentation to the Black Box system, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

• Maintain HACCP, BRCGS, and pre-requisite programs through scheduled audits, monitoring, validation, and verification activities.
• Stay current on updates to BRCGS standards, food safety regulations, and industry best practices.

• Conduct annual and as-needed training on updated corporate policies, SOPs, and records..
• Foster a hygienic, safe, and positive working environment in accordance with company and regulatory standards.

• Conduct supplier audits in collaboration with the Director of Compliance and Food Safety Auditing of NA.

• Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Compliance and Food Safety Auditing of NA.

• Bachelor’s degree in food science or related post-secondary education (required).
• HACCP and GFSI ( e.g. BRCGS/SQF) training certificate (required).
• Internal Auditor Certification is required.
• GFSI program implementation and maintenance experience (e.g., BRCGS, SQF).

• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in Quality Assurance within the food manufacturing industry.
• Strong background in developing and maintaining QA programs, including BRCGS, HACCP, FSMA, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• High level of attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to solve problems and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated continuous improvement mindset and initiative.
• Strong drive to ensure regulatory and corporate compliance.
• Open-minded, collaborative, and results-oriented team player.
• Project manager to complete projects to enhance the food safety and quality program

• Mandatory requirement to travel across Canada and the United States as required.
• Flexibility to work across multiple facilities or bakery locations.
• Must have a valid driver license (G2/G) and has access to a car

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