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There are 3,400+ members of Nestlé Canada celebrated for taking action using agility, courage, and trust to find solutions that benefit the business or greater good. We’re a team of changemakers, who are curious and challenge the status quo, that take risks that will help drive us forward.\nOur focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you. We know that empowerment leads to strong employee engagement, a great work culture, and motivated employees.\nWhat to Expect:\nWe are looking for a Quality Assurance Team Lead based at our Sterling Road factory, 72 Sterling Road, Toronto, ON M6R 2B6, reporting directly to the Quality Assurance Manager. Serving as the right-hand support to the Quality Assurance Manager, this role partners closely with the Manager on the day-to-day leadership of the QA function and acts as a key point of contact in the Manager’s absence. The Quality Assurance Team Lead ensures that products are released on time and in compliance with internal and external requirements. Responsible for the correct functioning of the laboratory, including personnel safety, equipment capabilities, internal and external quality control. Ensuring compliance to quality programs and providing guidance to direct reports. Responsible for the proper implementation and regular update of the laboratory quality requirements. Perform training of operators and other technicians in performing simple analysis and tests related to their working area (as needed). This position is an existing vacancy.\nA day in the life:\n\nLead and oversee the daily operations of the Quality Assurance Laboratory, including sensory, microbiological, allergen, and analytical testing activities, while ensuring compliance with quality, food safety, regulatory, and workplace safety requirements. \nSupervise, coach, and develop laboratory team members by providing training, technical guidance, performance feedback, and support to ensure testing methods, laboratory procedures, equipment maintenance, and safety standards are consistently followed. \nManage allergen control and food safety programs, including policy administration, risk assessments, investigations, training activities, vendor and material evaluations, and the implementation of corrective and preventive actions to protect product integrity and consumer safety. \nLead traceability and recall readiness activities by coordinating mock recalls, verifying material and product traceability, maintaining supporting documentation, and ensuring compliance with internal and external requirements. \nMaintain and continuously improve quality management systems by managing training records, reviewing procedures and standards, monitoring quality metrics, supporting investigations, and ensuring all quality documentation remains accurate and up to date. \nPlan, coordinate, and support internal and external audits while ensuring compliance with applicable quality, food safety, environmental, and occupational health and safety standards. \nServe as a key quality resource for the factory by collaborating with cross-functional teams, supporting change management activities, conducting shop floor quality observations, and driving a culture of quality, compliance, and continuous improvement. \nProvide backup support for critical Quality Assurance activities, including product release, laboratory testing, food safety programs, quality investigations, and other operational quality functions as required. \nRole Requirements\n\nBachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Quality Assurance, or a related scientific discipline. \n3+ years of experience in Quality Assurance, Food Safety, Quality Control, or Laboratory Operations within a manufacturing environment. \nPrevious supervisory or people leadership experience, including coaching, training, and performance management of technical teams is required. \nStrong knowledge of quality management systems, laboratory operations, traceability, allergen management, and food safety compliance. \nAbility to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and provide operational support outside standard business hours when required. \nProficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with working knowledge of Power BI for data analysis, reporting, and presentation development. \nStrong analytical, decision-making, communication, and stakeholder management skills. \nPreferred Skills\n\nExperience within food manufacturing, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or food and beverage production environments. \nWorking knowledge of FSSC 22000, ISO 9001, HACCP, GMP, and internal or external audit processes. \nExperience leading continuous improvement initiatives and driving quality excellence within a manufacturing environment. \nBenefits\n\nExcellent training and development programs, with opportunities for growth within the company. \nUp to 50% off Nespresso coffee machines, capsules, and accessories. \nAccess to company discount stores offering Nestlé, Nespresso, and Purina products at various Nestlé offices and sites. \nAdditional discounts on a variety of products and services offered through preferred vendors and partners. \nCompensation Range: CAD 75,000 to CAD 80,000\nAt Nestlé Canada, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation and job posting practices. This position offers a competitive salary within the range specified above, aligned with our commitment to equitable pay practices.\nWhat you need to know\nWe will be considering applicants as they apply, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.\nNestlé Canada is an equal-opportunity employer. The principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are vital to how we operate. We strive to foster a respectful and supportive environment where individuals feel valued and empowered to contribute and succeed.\nIf you are invited to participate in the recruitment process and require an accommodation, please inform Human Resources. Nestlé will work with you to ensure full participation.\nPosition Snapshot\nBusiness area: Nestlé Canada\nJob Title: QA Team Lead (18 months contract)\nLocation: 72 Sterling Road, Toronto, ON M6R 2B6\nOnsite\nA little bit about us\n\nWhile Nestlé is known for KitKat®, Gerber®, Nescafe®, and Maggi®, our recipe for success comes down to one thing: our people.\nWe strive to lead a people-focused culture that empowers employees to bring their authentic selves to work each day. There are 3,400+ members of Nestlé Canada celebrated for taking action using agility, courage, and trust to find solutions that benefit the business or greater good. We’re a team of changemakers, who are curious and challenge the status quo, that take risks that will help drive us forward.\nOur focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you. We know that empowerment leads to strong employee engagement, a great work culture, and motivated employees.\nWhat to Expect:\nWe are looking for a Quality Assurance Team Lead based at our Sterling Road factory, 72 Sterling Road, Toronto, ON M6R 2B6, reporting directly to the Quality Assurance Manager. Serving as the right-hand support to the Quality Assurance Manager, this role partners closely with the Manager on the day-to-day leadership of the QA function and acts as a key point of contact in the Manager’s absence. The Quality Assurance Team Lead ensures that products are released on time and in compliance with internal and external requirements. Responsible for the correct functioning of the laboratory, including personnel safety, equipment capabilities, internal and external quality control. Ensuring compliance to quality programs and providing guidance to direct reports. Responsible for the proper implementation and regular update of the laboratory quality requirements. Perform training of operators and other technicians in performing simple analysis and tests related to their working area (as needed). This position is an existing vacancy.\nA day in the life:\n\nLead and oversee the daily operations of the Quality Assurance Laboratory, including sensory, microbiological, allergen, and analytical testing activities, while ensuring compliance with quality, food safety, regulatory, and workplace safety requirements. \nSupervise, coach, and develop laboratory team members by providing training, technical guidance, performance feedback, and support to ensure testing methods, laboratory procedures, equipment maintenance, and safety standards are consistently followed. \nManage allergen control and food safety programs, including policy administration, risk assessments, investigations, training activities, vendor and material evaluations, and the implementation of corrective and preventive actions to protect product integrity and consumer safety. \nLead traceability and recall readiness activities by coordinating mock recalls, verifying material and product traceability, maintaining supporting documentation, and ensuring compliance with internal and external requirements. \nMaintain and continuously improve quality management systems by managing training records, reviewing procedures and standards, monitoring quality metrics, supporting investigations, and ensuring all quality documentation remains accurate and up to date. \nPlan, coordinate, and support internal and external audits while ensuring compliance with applicable quality, food safety, environmental, and occupational health and safety standards. \nServe as a key quality resource for the factory by collaborating with cross-functional teams, supporting change management activities, conducting shop floor quality observations, and driving a culture of quality, compliance, and continuous improvement. \nProvide backup support for critical Quality Assurance activities, including product release, laboratory testing, food safety programs, quality investigations, and other operational quality functions as 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