Maple Leaf Foods announced that it will be separating into two independent public companies.  The new Pork Company, Canada Packers, will be unleashed as a world leading organization producing sustainable meats. This will provide both businesses with a sharper focus to execute their own growth strategy and both are committed to best-in-class strategies. 

Canada Packers will be a leader in sustainability produced, premium quality and value-added products.  Canada Packers is building its  team, and this is an exciting opportunity to join a premium company that is unlocking significant growth potential.

Our job is to make great food.

Canada Packers will embrace Maple Leaf Foods strong values-based culture, where our people are deeply engaged in work that is purposeful, fast-paced, and challenging.  We cultivate an open, non-bureaucratic and inclusive workplace that fosters safety and transparency, along with individual leadership and accountability. Each team member has a voice and plays an active role in helping all of us achieve our goals with passion and discipline. We support one another to grow professionally, to learn new skills and to take on challenging experiences in the spirit of continuous improvement.

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Vice President, Food Safety and Quality Assurance and Animal Care, the Manager, Regulatory Compliance is responsible for ensuring end to end adherence to regulatory standards and customer requirements in both the domestic and international markets. This includes developing excellent regulatory knowledge, completing the appropriate registrations for new skus, and supporting the labelling and packaging processes. In addition, the Manager, Regulatory Compliance provides regulatory support to the business teams and interacts with government agencies as required.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by May 28. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• On-going ownership and management of Canada Packer’s registrations & skus in foreign countries (i.e. CIFER, MFDS)
• Has, or ability to develop, superior knowledge of labelling regulations in both Canadian and International markets
• Interact with government agencies when clarifications are required or to resolve registration issues
• Ensure full regulatory compliance with both existing and new products
• Provide regulatory subject matter expertise to business teams
• Approve labelling changes from a regulatory perspective and backup support to in-house labelling ECR process
• Work on cross-functional teams in all stages of ideation, development, validation of claims and execution of packaging including graphics contracting and approvals
• Work with packaging suppliers, provide technical assistance and knowledge during implementation of packaging components based on our quality and efficiency standards
• When required, lead and conduct packaging integrity trials/research at plants to validate product life cycle including storage/handling/distribution
• Ownership of Canada Packer’s GS1 account and accountability for customer requirements related to such

What You’ll Bring:

• Post-secondary education in a related discipline such as Food Science, Quality Assurance, Nutrition, Science, or in Regulatory Affairs
• 5+ years of experience in regulatory, compliance, labelling and packaging within the food industry, preferably meat protein
• Strong knowledge of Canadian, U.S. and International food labeling regulations
• Problem solver with quality decision making skills and comfortable dealing with ambiguity
• Proven leadership skills with experience in leading teams
• Possess influential leadership and strong people skills
• Proactive and performance driven; must have a bias for action and be able to work under pressure in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Microsoft office skills required
• SAP / SAP RD knowledge

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.
• A hybrid work model that embraces remote work for eligible roles, helping team members achieve work-life balance—combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful collaboration in the office setting. 
• 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.

 

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.

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