Coordinator, FSQA-Compliance

Aspire Bakeries Careers•Brantford, ON

11d•Onsite

About The Position

At Aspire Bakeries, we don’t just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. We are seeking a Compliance Coordinator to join our team at our Brantford Bakery. As a Compliance Coordinator, you will be accountable for maintaining documentation related to product safety, legality, and quality systems, ensuring full compliance with regulatory, customer, and third‑party audit requirements. This role is vital in supporting AIMS compliance, internal audits, corrective‑action follow‑through, and sustaining a strong food‑safety culture across the bakery.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent related experience in the food industry
ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) certification (must maintain certification)
3–5 years of relevant experience in food manufacturing or quality systems
Strong knowledge of GFSI and third‑party audit standards (BRC, FDA, USDA, CFIA, customer audits)
Strong analytical, data‑review, and critical thinking skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs. as needed

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree or related education
Background in bakery or frozen food manufacturing
Experience managing audit preparation and document‑control programs
Strong communication skills for working across all levels of the organization

Responsibilities

Maintain, review, and verify documentation supporting product safety, legality, and quality compliance
Coordinate and support internal audits, mock traces, gap assessments, and third‑party audits (BRC, FDA, USDA, CFIA, customer audits)
Manage document control, including policies, procedures, forms, and record retention
Track corrective actions, verify follow‑through, and ensure timely completion by responsible departments
Support FSQA data entry, reporting, and traceability activities to meet AIMS requirements
Collaborate cross‑functionally to ensure compliance with specifications and regulatory standards
Cross‑train in FSQA functions to support operational coverage (while maintaining impartiality in audit‑related tasks)

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
company-paid life insurance
additional voluntary options
Paid parental leave
generous paid time off
holidays
Competitive retirement plans
short- and long-term disability coverage
Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries’ learning and development programs
HSA and FSA plans
Performance incentive plans