Hungry for a career that’s as rewarding as it is delicious?
At Aspire Bakeries, we don’t just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery® artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer® cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions of people every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food.
We’re looking for hard-working people who will bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do - whether that’s on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth - where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves!
With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all-around bakery solution.
Why You’ll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries
- Culture - Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence. We support team members, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
- Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary options to fit your needs, including disability coverage.
- Work-Life Balance – Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays so you can recharge and spend time on what matters most.
- Retirement Savings – A competitive registered retirement plan (RPP) with immediate company match.
- Growth & Development – Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries’ learning and development programs.
- Recognition & Rewards – Performance incentive plans that celebrate achievements across sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions.
About the Role
We are seeking an FSQA Technician (Contract) to join our team at our Brantford bakery for a 6‑month temporary assignment. As an FSQA Technician, you will be accountable for conducting food‑safety and quality sampling, testing, inspections, and documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory, customer, and Aspire Bakeries’ AIMS program requirements.
Shift & Schedule
- Shift: Rotating Continental
- Hours: 5:45 AM – 6:00 PM / 5:45 PM – 6:00 AM
- Weekend availability: Required
Compensation
- Hourly Rate: $29.50 + applicable night/weekend premiums
Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing)
- Execute sampling, testing, and documentation activities to support GFSI, HACCP, HARPC, and GMP compliance
- Support the Preventive Controls/HARPC Team in implementing the Food Safety Plan
- Conduct chemical, physical, and microbiological testing using approved methods and instrumentation
- Verify product quality, conduct daily evaluations, and ensure compliance to specifications
- Maintain accurate data entry—including SAP holds/releases, quality records, and test results
- Perform pre‑operational inspections and environmental monitoring activities
- Identify, report, and escalate non‑conformances; hold product when required
- Contribute to continuous improvement and support root‑cause investigations
Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)
- Post‑secondary education in Food Science, Microbiology, Human Ecology, or related field
- 1–2 years of experience in the food industry (bakery experience preferred)
- Strong written communication, math, and analytical skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)
- Ability to taste/test ingredients and finished products (facility uses allergens: wheat, egg, tree nuts, soy, milk, sulphites)
- Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive work
We thank each applicant for taking the time and effort to submit a resume; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
