Conducting business since 1963, EarthFresh is a Canadian produce company specializing in supplying the Foodservice and Retail industries with fresh potatoes, carrots and onions. We believe in fostering a healthy lifestyle through our products, our values and employees. We foster a healthy lifestyle in the workplace by feeding our teams’ brains with healthy lunches, providing fitness classes, and continuing to educate ourselves. EarthFresh is a team of fantastic people who are joined together by the same belief – that “fresh produce is a way of life”. EarthFresh invites you to be a part of our ever-growing team and share in our success!
This multi-faceted role has the employee working in several different areas in the production area. Reporting to the Food Safety Manager, the Food Safety Technician will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of food safety protocols and procedures.
- Continuous maintenance of EarthFresh’s Food Safety program.
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On-line verification of chemical concentrations (hourly).
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On-line CCP (Critical Control Points) monitoring (hourly).
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Daily GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) checks on production floor, shipping area, and cooler.
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Monthly building maintenance checks of the entire building (internal and external).
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Ensure that facility is free from brittle plastic materials and glass by conducting regular inspections.
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Coordinate calibrations for equipment in production (scales, metal detectors etc.).
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Environmental testing for food contact and non-food contact in facility as required.
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Test water in facility twice per year to ensure compliance.
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Identification of deviations and implementing corrective actions.
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Prepare production plant for regular audits, including resolution of orders, compliance with issued corrective actions.
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Oversee and initiate food safety training with sanitation staff.
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Annual GMP refresher training with all staff at EarthFresh and maintenance of training logs.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Strong knowledge of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP), Food Safety and Occupational Health and Safety
- Current license for Forklift, Reach, Walkie and Scissor Lift would be considered an asset
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One (1) to two (2) years of experience in a quality assurance/food safety role, preferably in the produce industry
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Knowledge of production processes as they pertain to food manufacturing and processing
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Knowledge of document control practices
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Understanding of manufacturing equipment as it pertains to the food industry, specifically packaging equipment is an asset
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Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
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Proficiency in MS Office Suite products
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Knowledge of inventory management software is an asset
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Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task and problem solve
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Knowledge of ERP systems, specifically Famous would be considered an asset
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A high degree of flexibility and willingness to work overtime as required, including evenings and weekends