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. If you’re ready to grow with us, we’d love to hear from you
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 a Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) Coordinator to join our team at our Brantford, ON bakery. As an FSQA Coordinator, you will be accountable for maintaining and improving food safety and quality programs, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring compliance with corporate, regulatory, and customer standards.
Shift & Schedule
Hours: Day shift (standard business hours)
Weekend availability: As required
Compensation
Salary Range: $65000-$70000
Core Accountabilities (What You’ll be Doing)
- Maintain and enhance bakery FSQA programs to ensure compliance with corporate and customer requirements
- Analyze QA data (holds, non-conformances, foreign material) to identify trends and drive corrective actions
- Coordinate microbiological and environmental testing programs to verify food safety and sanitation effectiveness
- Support new product development, including specifications, labeling, and program updates
- Conduct QA audits and ensure compliance with documentation and record-keeping requirements
- Manage customer and certification requirements, including Kosher audits and database systems (e.g., SPEQ)
- Collaborate cross-functionally to support continuous improvement in food safety, quality, and production processes
Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)
- Bachelor of Science degree or relevant post-secondary education in a science-related field
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines independently
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to build positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)
- HACCP (Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points) training or certification
- Experience with GFSI standards (e.g., BRC, SQF)
- Experience in a food manufacturing or bakery environment
- Familiarity with data analysis tools such as Minitab
- Experience supporting audits and regulatory compliance programs
At Aspire Bakeries, great people make great food – and even greater workplaces. We thank each applicant for taking the time and effort to submit an application; 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. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.
