Corporate Quality Certification Specialist

YA YA Foods Corp • Toronto, ON

10d

About The Position

YaYA Foods is a dynamic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages with over 30 years’ experience. They have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid and high acid beverage and liquid food items. As a family-owned Canadian business, YaYA Foods prides itself on a proven track record of satisfying the needs of global multi-national customers, striving to exceed expectations on innovation, quality, service, and speed to market. Their mission is to be the chosen partner for top-tier CPG companies. The Corporate Quality Certification Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring that all food manufacturing processes, products, and systems meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and certifications. This position works closely with cross-functional teams to obtain, maintain, and manage quality certifications, while ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Safety, Quality Assurance, or a related field
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in quality assurance, food safety, or regulatory affairs within the food manufacturing industry.
• Proven experience managing and maintaining industry certifications and participating in audits (ISO, SQF, BRCGS, etc.)
• Strong understanding of global food safety regulations and standards (FDA, USDA, EU, etc.).
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Experience with statistical analysis software for data interpretation.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Analytical skills and attention to detail in maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of regulatory requirements related to product certifications as well as customer-specific requirements across all manufacturing sites.
• Ensure all quality system processes are aligned with the latest regulations and industry best practices and support the Product Certification Manager in ensuring continuous compliance.
• Assist in the certification process for new products, ingredients, and manufacturing processes, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with relevant certifications and standards.
• Support the Product Certification Manager in overseeing the timely renewal of certifications and ensuring that corrective actions for identified gaps are properly addressed.
• Ensure that raw materials and ingredients sourced are compliant with product certifications (e.g., Organic, Kosher, Halal, Non-GMO, Gluten-Free).
• Maintain up-to-date allergen information of raw materials, facility allergen list and ensure that batching sheets reflect all allergens present in ingredients to prevent cross-contamination during manufacturing trials.
• Collaborate with the operations team to ensure allergen controls are in place according to certification requirements.
• Involve in preparing for and coordinating external audits, including liaising with certification bodies, auditors, and regulatory agencies as necessary.
• Provide support during customer audits and assessments by gathering and providing necessary documentation and information to demonstrate compliance with relevant certification requirements.
• Collaborate with the Product Certification Manager to assist in the investigation of non-conformances, and work on implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) to address identified quality or compliance gaps.
• Ensure timely follow-up on CAPA implementation, working cross-functionally to ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with Sourcing & Procurement team in approving alternate suppliers, ensuring that compliance requirements for raw materials and packaging are met.
• Stay updated on changes to regulations, certification standards, and customer-specific requirements, and communicate these updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Compliance with all rules & policies regarding health safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements, etc.
• Compliance with the Company's Integrated Management Systems which includes, but is not limited to Production, Quality, Food Safety & GMP.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Build a career, not just have a job.
• Work in a dynamic and high-growth company with very skilled professionals.
• Become part of a teamwork focused culture.
• Be a part of an organization that supports your future growth path.
• Investing in our people
• A happy team means a better workforce, a better product, and more satisfied customers.
• Encourage different perspectives and celebrate diversity in our workforce.
• Every employee has the opportunity to realize his or her full potential in a working environment that is supportive of everyone.
• Accommodations to any candidate with a disability taking part in the selection process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees