Quality Control Supervisor - 9 Month Contract

Job Description Overview

This position contributes to the success of PepsiCo Beverages Canada by ensuring the overall sanitation and food safety management system in accordance with Company Standards to uphold trademark integrity. The Quality Supervisor is responsible for managing a diverse frontline employee group.

What you can expect from us:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits designed to fit your unique needs
• A dynamic and inclusive culture that promotes you to bring your whole self to work
• Inspiring positive change for people and the planet with sustainability goals
• A supportive team that will encourage your professional growth and development

Total Compensation: $63,300 - $103,200

• Develop, evaluates and updates the Cleaning and Sanitation Procedure Manual and Master Sanitation Schedule to reflect changes in equipment design, new equipment, or changes in the cleaning process
• Hands-on participation in cleaning and sanitizing programs to adhere to Food Safety requirements
• Provide functional direction & leadership to the plant through the implementation and management of effective an efficient Sanitation Program in conformance to food safety procedures and legislative requirements
• Develop, update and ensure that SSOPs are compliant with company, food safety, environmental, employee safety and regulatory standards
• Train production team members on sanitation procedures
• Provide technical assistance for sanitation issues and ensure conformance to food safety program
• Solve problems independently in consultation with management and chemical supplier
• Directs employees in GMP's, HACCP, pre-operational, and sanitation procedures,
• Prepares reports and maintains records for due diligence of sanitation procedures and continuous improvements,
• Submits work orders for the repair and maintenance of equipment with follow up,
• To actively take part in the Company Safety program by promoting safe work procedures, being knowledgeable in safety matters relating to the plant and encouraging a safety conscious culture
• Ensures compliance with all quality management programs and food safety systems, such as HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs).
• Leading the day to day operations of the cleaning and sanitation of the processing facility.
• Ensures employees are trained and qualified in WHMIS and other programs prior to handling, storing and using chemicals and/or prior to the operation of equipment,
• Develops and maintains plant sanitation programs, procedures and frequency schedules with a focus on continuous improvement
• Oversees clean-up activities of equipment and facilities in all production areas.
• Responsible for physical inspection of plant and equipment to evaluate sanitation effectiveness, conducts post sanitation swabbing, data and microbiological trending, ensures reporting is up to date
• Resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems impacted by the sanitation team to ensure minimum costs and to prevent operational delays.
• Perform regular inventories of sanitation chemicals and non-chemical supplies.
• Responsible for training and development of all sanitation employees for safety and job performance.
• Responsible for scheduling sanitation staff hours, vacations, approving hours etc., to meet Sanitation Department requirements.
• Assessing your work and that of your team members to ensure that that each of the plant's area are properly cleaned and sanitized.
• Undertakes to protect the health and safety of employees in accordance with established safe work procedures, Company policies, and applicable provincial legislation.
• Maintain regular communications with the Production Manager and issue performance improvement plans when necessary
• Coordinates any special cleaning and disinfection projects
• Managing the operational cost of department including controlling overtime, absenteeism and quality of production output among other to ensure cost competitive operation
• Managing performance issues interacting with management and legal to raise employee performance to accepted levels
• Maintains site Food Safety/HACCP Plan and supports QC manager in food safety internal and external audit preparation and execution
• Maintains Good Manufacturing Practices with regards to micro/sanitation
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of process improvements and technical developments
• Sets frontline performance standards providing coaching and feedback to build capability
• Builds people capability through effective employee relations, hiring, training, and communication for front-line hourly personnel
• Ensures compliance with all Health & Safety regulations
• Other duties may be assigned

• Strong communication skills, as well as excellent interpersonal and influence management skills
• Incumbent must be able to prioritize and perform multiple tasks without losing momentum while also completing all daily tasks efficiently and effectively
• Demonstrated planning and organization skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings and/or weekends
• Bachelor's Degree and/or a minimum of 3 years relevant experience, preferably in a high speed manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated front-line supervisory experience
• Prior experience in Sanitation and Food Safety preferred

Careers to Smile About:

At PepsiCo, you'll discover a place where our mission is to create smiles around the world. With a portfolio of more than 500 beloved brands including, Gatorade, Lay's and Quaker, our work touches millions of people every day.

At the heart of the company is a team of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers who collaborate to innovate and turn ideas into action. Driven by innovation and a focus on creating joyful moments through food and drinks, our decisions are guided by consumer centricity, creating opportunities for our associates to do meaningful work and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve.

Whatever your role, you'll be part of a global community that values your ideas and empowers you to make an impact, on your career and on the world around you.