On-Farm Program Auditor (Eastern Ontario and Western Quebec)

Egg Farmers of Canada•Ottawa, ON

30d•CA$59,000 - CA$72,000•Remote

About The Position

Egg Farmers of Canada (EFC) is seeking an On-Farm Program Auditor, also known internally as a Field Inspector, to join their Operations team. This role, based in Eastern Ontario or Western Quebec, involves executing audits, delivering educational programs, and representing EFC. The ideal candidate will have experience in the poultry/agriculture industry, strong communication skills, and a keen eye for detail. A valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle are required.

Requirements

Fluently bilingual in English and French.
Specialized knowledge of HACCP-based food safety programs and auditing principles.
Knowledge of food safety risks and regulations (Federal, Provincial and Local).
Knowledge of EFC policies (egg regulations under the Safe Food for Canadians Act and the Recommended Code of Practice for the Care and handling of pullets and laying hens).
Knowledge of proper on-farm procedures, poultry/agriculture industry and related fields.
Knowledge in rodent control, bacteriology, biosecurity, feed supplements and water safety may be required depending on the province.
Knowledge of EFC’s various products, policies, services and programs (e.g., industrial products and marketing initiatives).
Knowledge of relevant EFC policies and procedures.
Ability to apply technical concepts and applications to tasks or activities (e.g., delivering on-farm programs).
Ability to follow effective audit procedures (e.g., formation of non-leading questions).
Ability to identify policy risks and provide recommendations.
Strong multi-tasking, organizational and administrative skills.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Access to a reliable vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in the poultry/agriculture industry.
Exceptional communication skills.
Detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

Conduct on-farm inspections to ensure compliance with Good Management Practices and verify hen inventory.
Conduct audits for EFC’s national on-farm food safety program, Start Clean-Stay Clean® (SC-SC), including educating farmers on the program.
Conduct audits for EFC’s Animal Care Program (ACP), assessing housing systems, hen condition, densities, feed and water resources, and reporting results.
Conduct inventory verifications at the egg board for accurate and timely reporting.
Maintain a high standard of cleanliness for the vehicle.
Participate in seminars, courses, and project teams related to field inspection and the agriculture industry.
Visit stakeholders in other territories for on-farm inspections or related duties.
Verify compliance by visiting grading stations and breaking plants; monitoring storage conditions and quality of product purchased by EFC; inspecting documentation and labeling; and verifying product processing.
Meet with grading/breaking industry management and staff to resolve issues.
Meet with Interprovincial License holders upon request.
Liaise with allied trades (e.g., hatcheries, feed organizations) regarding biosecurity and food safety.
Contribute to the preparation of presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
Manage work schedule by coordinating on-farm visits and office work.
Complete expense and activity reports weekly.
Maintain information on farmers in the assigned territory.
Correspond with various stakeholders via email, telephone, and face-to-face meetings.