Job Description

Position: Senior Food Safety Auditor (bilingual French/English)

Location: Etobicoke (Ontario) or Longueuil (Québec)

About Us:

Welcome to Lactalis Canada – where we take pride in being recognized as one of 2025 GTA's Top Employers! As well as Forbes Canada, Top Canadian Employers for 2025! Our journey revolves around enhancing the lives of Canadians through a rich variety of dairy delights, including some of Canadian’s favourite dairy brands such as like Black Diamond Cheese, Lactantia Milk, Astro Yogurt, Balderson Cheese, and Cheestrings. In fact, we’re proud to say our products grace the shelves of an incredible 94% of Canadian households!

With a 140-year legacy driven by innovation and unwavering quality, we’re seeking like-minded individuals to join us in shaping our next chapter. Our flexible hybrid work model accommodates 40% remote work, adapting to the evolving needs of our workforce. Step into a collaborative hub with our revamped office, and enjoy free parking, endless coffee, delicious Lactalis snacks, an on-site gym (Toronto), and more!

About the opportunity:

The Senior Food Safety Auditor manages Lactalis Canada’s internal Quality Food System audit program, ensuring compliance with Lactalis Group and Canadian standards (GMP, HACCP, SFCR, etc.). They conduct plant audits, support HACCP improvements, and train personnel on regulatory requirements. Additionally, they drive quality transformation through the QFS Long-Term Plan (LTP).

The attributes we are looking for:

• Audit plants for compliance with internal standards and external regulations related to labelling and food safety.
• Prepare audit reports, communicate outcomes and ensure action items are seen through to completion.
• Prepare and communicate the QFS compliance dashboard on HACCP and SFCR (Safe Food for Canadian Regulation).
• Interact with external inspectors as required.
• Collaborate with plants to address instances of significant non-compliance with standards.
• Lead the Lactalis Canada Food Safety and Quality internal audit programs with plants:
• Support the plant HACCP coordinator network.
• Train plant HACCP coordinators on HACCP and SFCR.
• Act as subject matter expert (HACCP and SFCR) during crisis and incidents.
• Support plant self-assessments and internal audits.
• Lead the implementation of 365 days audit readiness:
• Lead projects to enhance programs and processes
• Represents Lactalis Canada in the Lactalis Group network on HACCP in France
• Coordinate cross-factory and cross-divisions improvement plans on HACCP and SFCR

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in food science.
• 10+ years auditing experience in the food industry including dairy
• BILINGUAL FRENCH & ENGLISH IS MANDATORY
• National travel as needed (within Canada)
• Expertise of GFSI (preferably FSSC22000), food safety (HACCP) programs, Preventive Controls, and Quality Systems standards
• Strong Microsoft Office skills,
• PowerBI or QlikSense is a plus.
• Skills in creating forms with Datahex Paperless tool is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop a strong relationship with Factory Management teams;
• Skill to document findings and data, clearly, concisely, and accurately
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced production environment Strong analytical skills
• Strong organizational skill
• Able to work flexible hours and shifts (afternoon/nights) including weekends
• Strong leadership skills to inspire, coach, develop, and engage the team to work collaboratively and to create and drive a culture that motivates them to achieve the QFS objectives and overall business goals collectively
• Supports the identification and delivery of training and capability building of site teams based on competency model and operational needs

What Lactalis will offer:

Lactalis Canada believes in rewarding its people with the following comprehensive benefits package and perks:

• A Competitive Base Salary
• A Performance-Based Bonus System
• 4 Weeks of Vacation
• Benefits starting day 1
• A Pension Program with an Employer Match at 100% of up to 6%
• Tuition reimbursement plan of up to $3,000/year
• A Volunteer Day to give back to your community
• Learning and Development opportunities
• A commitment to internal career advancement with potential for international mobility

Our ESG commitment:

Our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) roadmap drives our sustainability mission. We aim to positively impact communities and the planet by enabling stakeholders including our people, consumers, customers, suppliers, dairy farmers, government, and industry partners to have a positive impact on the wellbeing of our communities and the planet through all that we do.

At Lactalis Canada, we value our employees as catalysts for positive change. Together, we will create a sustainable future, promote belonging, and make a lasting impact on the world.

Our commitment to DEI:

Fuel Our Culture with Your Uniqueness! Lactalis thrives on the value each person brings. We're dedicated to amplifying diverse voices, inviting personal and professional growth, and embracing everyone's true selves. We're committed to crafting an environment that genuinely welcomes all, reflecting the richness of our people and communities.

Our promise extends to accessible processes and spaces. If you require accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent), please inform our Talent Acquisition team – confidentiality will be maintained.

Note: Lactalis Canada does not conduct credit or background checks through LinkedIn. If required, we'll contact you after signing a Job Offer.

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