The Opportunity:

The incumbent will be responsible for effectively supervising and controlling the cleaning and sanitation of processing equipment, utensils and the entire plant environment. The incumbent will guide and direct Sanitation Supervisors and hourly employees as the production facility is disassembled, cleaned, sanitized and reassembled in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and will audit the effectiveness of all sanitation activity on a daily basis.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by April 24. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Manage, motivate and provide direct leadership to the sanitation staff
• Oversee the dismantling, cleaning, reassembly and sanitization of equipment, surfaces, utensils and plant environment by providing direction, working ‘hands on’ to motivate and provide technical support to all sanitation employees and other plant employees as required
• Oversee ATP swabbing and TPC swabs in accordance with prescribed schedule
• Plan sanitation requirements and activities by establishing priorities, scheduling, assigning work and communicating with sanitation staff and key stakeholders frequently and regularly within timelines
• Review pre-operational inspections on a daily basis in order to report non-compliance and take corrective actions to assure compliance to all quality assurance food safety requirements
• Complying with all relevant legislation including Occupational Health and Safety regulations, suitable candidates will be proactive in the elimination of workplace accidents and injuries
• Monitor, create and update Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs) and participate in audits
• Accountable for the result and action plans audits as they relate to sanitation
• Orient, train (one on one, or group training), develop, coach, discipline, respond to employee suggestions and concerns, provide feedback, administer employee time and attendance records and recognize employees in a timely manner
• Manage inventory and safely store sanitation agents and cleaning substances
• Maintain positive union and employee relations environment
• Liaise / work with 3rd party sanitation contractors and chemical supplier Technical staff to trouble shoot and eliminate root cause issues of non-conformities
• Support and execute the Company’s Food Safety programs at the facility in conjunction with Quality Assurance, Microbiology and Food Safety
• Other responsibilities as required
• Recognize, support and commit to the Safety promise

What You’ll Bring:

• Relevant Post secondary education
• 5 years Management experience
• Knowledge and experience with Sanitation as it relates to Food Safety
• Aptitude for continuous learning
• Must be flexible to work varying shifts and weekends
• 3 years experience in food processing facility
• Proven leadership abilities
• Able to manage and build a team independently
• Detail and results oriented
• Strong ability to communicate
• Proficient in MS Office tools (Excel and Word).
• Knowledge of industry related quality systems and inspection programs, cleaning systems (CIP, COP) and chemicals
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, WHMIS, First Aid, Food Safety, Basic Food Microbiology, Lock Out and Tag Out, and Health and Safety Regulations
• Able to work in cold, humid or wet manufacturing environment, work with chemicals
• Position requires constant and frequent standing / walking with occasional lifting of up to 30 Kgs
• Experience working in a unionized plant
• Demonstrated excellence in leadership ability

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.
• We aim to reduce our environmental footprint by 50% by 2025.

We’re a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at accommodations@mapleleaf.com.

Disclaimer:  Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board.  Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.