Description

Pure Hothouse Foods, marketed under the Pure Flavor® brand, is a family of greenhouse vegetable growers who share a commitment to bringing A Life of Pure Flavor™ to communities everywhere. Our passion for sustainable greenhouse growing, strong support for our retail & foodservice customers, and focus on engaging consumers is built on a foundation drawn from generations of growing expertise. We are the next generation of vegetable growers, inspired to put quality, flavor, and customers first by providing greenhouse-grown vegetables from our farms that are strategically located throughout North America.

With a dedicated, energetic and highly skilled workforce, we believe our employees make the difference. We offer our employees the opportunity to advance their careers in our progressive, vibrant organization.

Job Summary

With strong leadership skills that reflect the company’s core values, the Food Safety Coordinator is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of the Food Safety program, Food Safety plan, pre-requisite programs, all food safety manuals, procedures, and staff training at the designated facility(s). The Coordinator will support the Food Safety Director with requirements in relation to audits, facility initiatives, and will operate and adhere to a department budget.

Responsibilities

Co-chair of the Food Safety committee and facilitates Food Safety meetings

Liaise with outside vendors for support for all pre-requisite programs (pest program, janitorial services and cleaning products)

Communicate with Supervisors to identify and support training initiatives for employees

Administrator for vendor websites

Develop and implement the HACCP Food Safety program and support annual, second and third-party audits

Review the PrimusGFS external auditing program requirements annually

Perform regular Food Safety Inspections of the facility and ensure Good Manufacturing Practices are being followed

Develop, validate, and verify all operational checklists within the Food Safety plan

Create and maintain operational manuals

Maintain environmental monitoring program

Conduct internal program audits and mock recalls as required

Identify and ensure organizational training needs are met

Develop and lead the Sanitation team, including but not limited to; training, performance reviews and scheduling

Maintain a positive attitude throughout any adversity

Overseeing and supporting the Sanitation Lead at SFF, ensuring their duties are completed with accuracy and in a timely manner

Conduct FS and Sanitation training at SFF as required

Maintaining the work order system by validating the completion of all work orders

High focus on customer service and cost reduction

Other core expectations as defined by the company

Qualifications

Post-secondary education in Food Science or related discipline required

2-3 years experience in food safety required; food manufacturing environment preferred

HACCP, PCQI certification required

Knowledge of US/Canadian Food Safety standards and legislation, as applicable, Good Manufacturing Practices, Health and Safety, Food Safety auditing schemes

Computer Skills; Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Self-motivated with the ability to work alone and in a team atmosphere

Ability to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Detail orientated, organized with the ability multi-task

Work Environment

Hours of work may vary depending on business needs

The job may require travel between location facilities

This job operates in a clerical, office setting

Occasional work in a refrigerated warehouse, where temperatures range from 45-55°F. The noise level in the work environment can be loud due to packaging machinery, and forklift truck operation

This job occasionally operates in a hot, high humidity environment where temperatures average 90°F

Role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Specific vision capabilities required; employee is to work in front of a computer, sitting and/or standing for prolonged periods is required

Role frequently requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, use hands to handle or feel product or packaging, and reach with hands and arms

The position may involve needing to lift up to 30-pounds, occasionally up to 50-pounds

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, submit your resume to Pure Hothouse Foods today!

Pure Flavor is committed to providing an accessible and barrier-free environment. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please contact the Human Resources department if an accommodation is required.

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