Quality Specialist Brewing

Molson Coors • Toronto, ON

7d • CA$89,900 - CA$118,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Brewing Quality Specialist will be responsible for the development and continuous improvement of the brewing and seltzer department quality programs, leading to the delivery of the Brewery and National Quality Continuous Improvement Strategy. This includes, but its not limited to, monitoring of analytical and microbiological trends for compliance, reviewing quality process deviations and root cause analysis, and continuous improvement support in sensory, GMP and food safety. The individual is responsible for working with key stakeholders as a Subject Matter Expert in managing and improving results necessary to achieve the Quality Business Needs as well as the brewery’s Quality and Food Safety Plan.
The Brewing Quality Specialist understands the Quality and Food Safety priorities and drives improvement in technical and system aspects of the business including Quality KPI's, Quality Management System, Food Safety, GMP, Sanitation, quality loss elimination, consumer satisfaction, quality defect management, and innovation initiatives.
This person reports to the Quality Manager, Toronto Brewery.
This role is as a functional manager with no direct reporting responsibility included.

Requirements

• You are a motivated leader that can inspire others; you respect your commitments and are able to obtain optimal results from others through respect
• You are diplomatic, professional and exercise great judgment in developing and maintaining excellent business relationships within the business
• Possess in depth technical and quality knowledge of beverage manufacturing
• Strong analytical skills and ability to present information data and propose solutions based on identified gaps
• Knowledge of regulatory agencies, such as CFIA and FDA, as well as GFSI and HACCP standards is an asset
• Bachelor of Science in Brewing Science, Chemistry, Food Science, Microbiology or relevant field
• Diploma in Brewing is an asset
• A minimum of 5 - 10 years experience in Beverage or Food manufacturing Quality environment
• Experience conducting internal audits and participating in third party audits
• Brewing or Beverage Laboratory, Quality, and Lean Manufacturing experience is considered a strong asset.
• As part of the recruitment process, the candidates will be required to provide consent to complete a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Promotes quality excellence and execution throughout the Brewery to improve overall quality, adherence to standards, alignment to overall site
• Supports and leads the continuous improvement of Brewing and Seltzer quality programs, including analytical, microbiological and sensory trends.
• Audits adherence to the Process Standards for Brewing, Seltzer and Food Safety, providing feedback to the teams where corrective actions are needed
• Supports and coaches the Brewing and Seltzer operations teams on top loss quality and food safety activities
• Facilitates root cause analysis and continuous improvement related to Quality and Food Safety
• Supports the Brewing and Seltzer departments with Non-Conforming materials related to quality, and works with the North American Supplier Quality Team
• Promotes development and implementation of the Quality Food Safety Pillar
• Serves as resource and coach for established quality standards, procedures, quality education, sanitation and brewing and seltzer knowledge
• Provides Quality technical knowledge and support to optimize existing equipment and processes as well as new technology
• Supports the Quality Team cross functionally as needed, including but not limited to traceability exercises, dispositioning of product, reports and root cause analysis

Benefits

• Participation in our Total Rewards program with a competitive base salary, incentive plans, parental leave, health, dental, vision, retirement plan options with incredible employer match, generous paid time off plans, an engaging Wellness Program, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with amazing resources
• On site Pub, access to cool brand clothing and swag, top events and, of course... free beer and beverages!
• We care about our People and Planet and have challenged ourselves with stretch goals around our key priorities
• We care about our communities, and play our part to make a difference – from charitable donations to hitting the streets together to build parks, giving back to the community is part of our culture and who we are
• Engagement with a variety of Business Resource Groups, which can provide volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking through the organization
• Ability to grow and develop your career centered around our First Choice Learning opportunities
• Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level