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Payroll Specialist
We’re a naan traditional company…
Summary
Reporting to Finance, the Payroll, Specialist will ensure accurate processing and recording of company’s Hourly payroll and back up where required; provide timely and accurate financial information; participate in daily data entry Payroll processing.
What FGF Offers:
- FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential
- Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
- RRSP matching program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.
Primary Responsibilities
- Perform daily payroll operations
- Manage workflow to ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely
- Pulls reports, sorts, and distributes payroll hours reports for verification and adjustment by operations
- Reviews hours reports, prepares discrepancy reports, and follows up
- Verifies that all hours and other data have been accurately input and downloads the information for payroll processing on a weekly basis.
- Prepares a variety of reports for team leaders and managers to aid in the tracking of and verification of pay.
- Assists in the resolution of pay discrepancies.
- Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate confirmed reports
- Understand proper withholding tax on different types of payments
- Process correct garnishment calculations and compliance
- Execute time and attendance processing and interface with payroll
- Enter referrals paid/monitors referrals weekly and inform agencies of referrals to be paid
- Process accurate and timely year-end reporting when necessary
- Develop ad hoc financial and operational reporting as needed
- Update and reconcile monthly statements from ADP
- Research and email appropriate audience of file issues
Required Experience / Required Ingredients:
- Post-secondary education in a related field
- Experience with ADP payroll systems is an asset
- 2-3+yrs of experience processing Canadian payroll; USA payroll is an asset
- Working knowledge of payroll best practices
- Working knowledge of Time and Attendance systems
- Strong knowledge of government regulations
- Ability to deal sensitively with confidential material
- Strong interpersonal (verbal and written) communication skills
- Excellent decision-making; problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- High attention to detail; strong organizational; multi-tasking; and prioritizing skills
- Advanced Excel, excellent computer skills
- Canadian Payroll Association designation preferred
What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?
Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.
Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.
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Manager - National Accounts - Foodservice
Summary:
This role represents an exciting career opportunity with a highly recognized, rapidly growing brand.
The National Account Manager is responsible for growing FGF’s existing business and gaining profitable new business with targeted national restaurant chains. (top 200)
This position reports to the Director, Business Development Reg and National Chains and works closely with Foodservice Sales, Marketing, Research and Development, Customer Service, Q/A and Operations. You will be primarily responsible for achieving customer acquisition, customer retention, and revenue/profit goals for the Eastern Division of the Foodservice Channel. You will be an impact player and will have an immense ability to help develop the company’s long-term strategy, influence the corporate culture, and have the opportunity for accelerated career growth.
The ideal candidate will be humble, yet confident with a strong entrepreneurial DNA. They will be aggressive and have a strong track record of growth/success and a thorough understanding of, and relationships with, the bakery or other value-added Foodservice product line and categories within major Foodservice Distribution and Key Account Channels throughout the Eastern US marketplace. He/She has the ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial, dynamic and fast-paced business.
Salary - $150 -180 K USD + Car Allowance + Benefits + Bonus
What FGF Offers:
- FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training, unleashing your potential.
- Competitive Compensation, Health & Welfare Benefits including Vision & Dental and flexible options at competitive premiums.
- 401k matching program
- Discount program - Restaurants, gyms, shopping, etc.
- Tuition reimbursement
Primary Responsibilities
- Penetrating and growing the top (mid-scale, fast casual, casual dining) restaurant chains in North America.
- Develop the most cost-effective sales strategies to drive volume and profitability through increased account penetration and promotion.
- Establish new product Channels and product applications via a focused effort to access Alternate Channel sales into Industrial / Ingredient Sales with the FGF product line.
- Work closely with VP and GM of Foodservice to develop Foodservice marketing strategies and programs that are integrated with overall marketing strategies and initiatives to profitably build the brand.
- Utilize planning, budgeting, and tracking of Foodservice Promotional spend, to maximize relationships and contractual agreements related to key customers.
- Maintain and grow existing base of business by increasing menu usage of existing products with current accounts, selling existing items, and developing new proprietary products.
Education & Experience
- Experience with and/or a passion for Value Added Branded Food productsa must.
- Minimum of 5 years of sales/sales leadership experience within the National Account Foodservice channel.
- Proven track record of building key relationships within large chain accounts.
- Experienced making top-to-top sales presentations to both corporate and divisional executives in the National Account Channel.
- Must possess key competencies including strategic vision and analytical skills enhanced by intuitive consumer insight and full Microsoft Office competence (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Demonstrated ability to develop an effective sales, pricing, and distribution strategy; develops plans to support the strategy; ensure execution of plans.
- Experienced in building effective alliances with marketing and all other internal resource departments within the customer organization.
- Entrepreneurial, innovative DNA with excellent organizational and communication skills (both verbal and written). Must be a “risk taker” that is never satisfied with the status quo.
- Must be willing to embrace speed, change and uncertainty.
- Travel: As with any new position at this level, travel is expected to be higher (50-60%) during the first year.
- University degree preferred, MBA a plus. Candidates with equivalent business experience will be considered.
Salary - $150 -180 K USD + Car Allowance + Benefits + Bonus
Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added, or this description may be amended at any time.
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Infrastructure Technician
We’re a naan traditional company…
Summary
The Infrastructure Technician is responsible for providing facilities/technical support to the Infrastructure Engineering team for work and projects and facilities/contractors regarding operations engineering maintenance and small projects for all FGF manufacturing facilities. Reports daily to Facilities Manager.
What FGF Offers:
- FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential
- Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
- RRSP matching program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide the facilities team with technical & facilities support to the Infrastructure Engineering team regarding property management with contractors and plants
- Acts as a primary on-site contact for contractors/vendors while on company premises
- Oversee and coordinate renovation & construction efforts to ensure projects are completed; provides daily updates and log activity to facilities manager
- Ensure that maintenance/service contractors perform services as required while following GMP and food building compliance. Perform regular inspections & audits of the building facilities, complete facilities repairs and projects
- Able technically assist with facility responsibilities troubleshooting situations, evaluate and implement improvements to mitigate repeat issues in the plants
- Maintain ownership of documentation invoices as needed re: facility, utilities and services by contractors onsite
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
- Facilities and/or Engineering credentials or experience ideally in a plant
- Post-secondary education in either mechanical engineering would be an asset
- 3-5 years’ experience in the field of project & facilities engineering is preferred
- General knowledge of various engineering disciplines in engineering, mechanical & electrical systems, building systems such as HVAC, refrigeration systems, sprinklers, life safety systems, site services & other infrastructure & maintenance systems and facilities grounds maintenance
- Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and technical manuals
- Experience in a food manufacturing environment is a definite asset
- Good command of the English language is required
- Ability & knowledge to work safety in a construction environment
- Good understanding of all GMP, Health & Safety, OH&S, Food Safety & Environmental regulation and standards
- Excellent computer literacy & skills (MS Office applications) required
- “Roll-up your sleeves” can-do attitude and eager to learn
- Flexibility to adjust to shifting priorities and deadlines
- Role requires a vehicle for travelling between site and off-site locations
- Able to effectively communicate with all types of people, including production team members, engineering team members, contractors, trades workers, technical, consultants and management
- Proven ability to work collaboratively with engineering & production team members
- Ability to make continuous improvement recommendations to improve effectiveness or efficiency of developed technical solutions, does not always assume status quo
- Flexibility to work weekends or evenings when required
What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?
Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.
Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.
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Food Scientist
We’re a naan traditional company…
Summary
As a member of the R&D team, you will help develop bakery products which can be reproduced in a large scale food bakery manufacturing environment.
What FGF Offers:
- FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential
- Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
- RRSP matching program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.
Primary Responsibilities
- Develop new bakery products from concept approval, formula and product development, plant trial runs to launch and post-launch review by collaborating with marketing, sales, project management, QA and production
- Manage multiple development projects and timelines
- Lead multiple plant trials (i.e. preparing specifications and guidelines for production)
- Accurately document results of lab trials and plant trial runs
- Modify recipes as required to meet nutritional/quality specifications & optimize scale up
- Keep current on bakery product trends and consumer trends
Required Experience
- 1-3 years’ experience in R&D/product development of bakery products
- Experience managing projects
- Sc. in Food Science or Food Chemistry or related discipline required
- Passion for Food!
- Knowledge of functional ingredients
- Strong computer skills
- Must have a valid driver’s license and vehicle
What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?
Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.
Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.
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Electrician
We’re a naan traditional company…
The Control Electrician is responsible for providing overall electrical support to our plant operations, production; manufacturing and building electrical systems to ensure continuous operations.
What FGF Offers:
- FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential
- Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
- RRSP matching program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.
Primary Responsibilities
- Install, maintain, test electrical equipment, PLC ‘s, low and high voltage building systems, and instrumentation.
- Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose PLC’s (Siemens, Allen Bradley, etc.)
- Modify existing equipment in order to improve performance.
- Follow all GMP, Health & Safety, Food Safety & Environmental Standards
Required Experience
- Ontario Electrician License required
- Must have a valid driver’s license and travel between GTA sites when required
- Experience with retrofits; modifications; overhaul of equipment
- Minimum 2 years industrial electrician experience
- Past experience in a food manufacturing facility is a definite asset
- Experience with wiring systems; panels; etc.
- Good command of the English language required
- Computer literate (MS Office)
What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?
Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.
Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.
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Corporate Communications Specialist
We’re a naan traditional company…
Summary
The Corporate Communications Specialist will be providing support to FGF Brands across North America and be responsible for internal communications. Reporting to T&D PMO and Organizational Change Management (OCM) Leader, the Corporate Communications Specialist will focus on delivering effective and timely communication across key communications channels to reach team members and internal stakeholders as required.
An ideal candidate should be a detail-oriented self-starter with the ability to manage multiple activities. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work cross-functionally is critical to success in this role.
What FGF Offers:
- FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential
- Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
- RRSP matching program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.
Primary Responsibilities
- Support the development and deployment of various internal communications materials, such as leadership communication, companywide announcements, project launch newsletters, email content, town hall presentations, and events etc.
- Support content strategy, creation and accountability of FGF24 – digital platform used to communicate to our frontline team members
- Support content development and deployment of communications, as part of change management strategy for various company projects and initiatives – work in strong collaboration with the OCM team
- Support content strategy for new and existing communications tools and channels throughout the FGF network leveraging FGF’s communications framework
- Act as a resource to the business on the development and deployment of communications plans in support of various business objectives
- Ensure that all communications align with FGF’s culture, in addition to talent and employment brand standards.
- Other duties as required
Required Experience
- Strong communications skills - excellent writing and editing skills, with confident presentation skills
- 3+ years of communications experience in a corporate environment or communications agency
- Demonstrated skill and flair in business writing, editing, and proofreading
- Advanced MS Power Point knowledge and proficiency with other MS Office products including Outlook, Excel and Teams
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Canva or other graphic design software an asset
- University Degree or College Diploma in related discipline required
Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.
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Senior Mobile Application Developer
We’re a naan traditional company…
Summary
FGF Brands is seeking a Senior Mobile Developer to spearhead the design and development of top-tier iOS and Android applications, ensuring optimal performance and seamless integration with APIs and third-party services. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, conduct code reviews, and innovate solutions that meet business objectives.
What FGF Offers:
- FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential
- Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
- RRSP matching program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.
Primary Responsibilities
- Design and develop high-quality mobile applications for iOS and Android platforms.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
- Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
- Develop, maintain, and optimize APIs to support mobile applications.
- Integrate third-party APIs and services to enhance application functionality.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to API integrations.
- Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
- Conduct code reviews to ensure the quality of the codebase.
- Identify and address performance bottlenecks.
- Work closely with UI/UX designers to implement visually appealing and intuitive interfaces.
- Collaborate with product managers and other stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver solutions that meet business goals.
- Communicate effectively with team members and provide technical guidance.
- Stay abreast of the latest developments in mobile and API technologies.
- Proactively identify opportunities for improvement and innovation.
Required Experience
- 4+ years of demonstrable experience
- Demonstrable portfolio of released applications on the App Store or the Google Play Store
- Proficient knowledge of relevant computer languages for Android, iOS, and WebAPIs (Java, Kotlin, Swift, C#, Objective-C)
- Extensive experience working with Android, iOS, and .NET Frameworks, implementing MVC or MVVM architecture.
- Experience with third-party libraries and APIs
- Familiarity with OOP design principles
- Excellent analytical skills with a good problem-solving attitude
- Ability to perform in a team environment
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to interpret and follow technical plans
- BSc degree in Computer Science or relevant field
What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?
Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.
Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.
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Quality Assurance Technician
We’re a naan traditional company…
Summary
As a Quality Assurance Technician, you will perform day-to-day quality assurance activities such as inspections, internal audits, recommending corrective actions, research and reports all within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
In this position you will work in a team environment led by a Team Leader. You will support your Team Leader by demonstrating and practicing team work every day and respect all your fellow Team Members.
What FGF Offers:
- FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential
- Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
- RRSP matching program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.
Primary Responsibilities
- Perform process checks throughout the production, packaging, sanitation and warehouse functions of the company including GMP, metal detection, label and coding verification, general hygiene and safety, as well as in process and finished product weights
- Document all QA activities accurately and timely
- Conduct verification of the proper functioning of testing equipment such as thermometers and scales
- Continuously assesses the results of inspection findings and react in a timely manner to communicate potential problems to Team leader and QA Team Leader
- Prepare reports/summaries and communicates results to QA Team Leader and others as necessary
- Implement Hold procedures for suspect product and or product evaluations and testing
- Collect and submits samples for laboratory analysis
- Assist with the development and delivery of Quality / Food Safety Training for manufacturing and support teams
- Assist with investigations, consumer/customer complaints
- Assist and provides support during third part audits
- Participate in plant trials and other related duties and responsibilities assigned
Required Experience:
- 2+ years’ experience in a QA position, preferably for a food manufacturer.
- Post-secondary education in a relevant field
- Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Knowledge of food safety (HACCP) programs, GMP programs and Quality Systems
- Experience with BRC an asset
What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?
Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.
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Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added, or this description may be amended at any time.
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Sanitation Team Member
We’re a naan traditional company…
Summary
Reporting to the Sanitation Team Leader, the Team Member – Sanitation is responsible for assisting Sanitation Operator with cleaning series of industrial ovens, machinery and equipment along with other duties in a timely manner while meeting all standards set forth by FGF brands.
In this position you will work in a team environment led by a Team Leader. You will support your Team Leader by demonstrating and practicing teamwork every day and respect all your fellow Team Members.
What FGF Offers:
- FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential
- Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
- RRSP matching program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.
Primary Responsibilities
• Complies with the following programs within the production area: Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), All food safety programs, All health & safety programs, All FGF policies, programs or procedures
• Assists with the timely and properly cleanliness of the equipment, machinery, floors and utensils in all the areas of the plant
• Assists the Line Leader in cleaning the production and packing lines as needed
• Ensures timely garbage removal
• Ensures all equipment, machinery, utensils and all the areas of the plant have been cleaned properly according with the SOP’S
• Operates Sky Jack to clean hard to reach areas
• Collaborates effectively with all internal groups/teams
• Must adhere to company GMP’s and Health and Safety Regulations
• Performs all job responsibilities under the strictest guidelines of the BRC food safety standards
• Performs other duties as assigned
Required Experience
• Desire to build a career in manufacturing/equipment sanitation
• Some manufacturing experience preferred
• Scissor Lift license is an asset
• Previous experience in a sanitation environment using chemicals approved for CFIA is an asset
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong reading/writing/verbal English communication skills required
• Physically capable of performing the demands of the role
• Ability to move from one task to another with minimal distraction
• Flexible to weekends as needed
What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?
Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.
www.fgfbrands.com/careers
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Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added, or this description may be amended at any time.
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Junior Chef (Ethnic)
We’re a naan traditional company…
Summary
As the Chef, you will be responsible for preparing vegetarian meals for business and entertaining at the corporate office and at the Executive residences when needed.
What FGF Offers:
- FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential
- Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
- RRSP matching program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Prepare lunches and dinners for business and entertaining, including catering for small special events
- Provide assistance to the Corporate Chefs to prepare food for presentations; lunches; foodie bootcamp and meetings
- Assist in the daily running of the test kitchens, purchase and keep stock of supplies needed
- Assist the Corporate Chefs in planning and executing Corporate events.
- Ability to work evenings, Saturdays and Sundays as required, both in-home and in our corporate kitchens.
Required Experience
- Post secondary education in Culinary Arts is highly preferred
- Minimum 5 years’ experience preparing vegetarian cuisines including South Asian (Gujarati; Punjabi; South Indian), and others
- Experience or willingness to learn other cuisines (Mexican; Middle Eastern; Chinese, Italian, etc.)
- Ideally a background in food preparation for a hotel or restaurant
- Valid driver’s license and vehicle
- Strong communication skills
Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.
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Health and Safety Specialist
We’re a naan traditional company…
Summary
The main responsibility of the Health & Safety Specialist is to encourage and ensure the continuous improvement of Health and Safety performance by regular auditing, producing actions plans, identifying key risks, producing reports and working with operations leaders to ensure full compliance.
You will provide advice and guidance on Health & Safety matters across the organization and with our Agency Partners; study accident trends from near miss information and target areas for improvement; deliver Health and Safety training, and work with the operations team on specific projects.
What FGF Offers:
- FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential
- Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
- RRSP matching program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.
Primary Responsibilities
- Ensure Occupational Health and Safety compliance with health and safety laws and regulations
- Be available to resolve issues and spend time coaching on the production floor
- Provide advice regarding the development of safe and healthy practices
- Be up to date with new legislation and maintain a working knowledge of all H&S legislation and any developments that affect fgf
- Assist in the investigation and resolution of incidents including root-cause analysis and provide probable causes of incidents and recommendations for resolution and appropriate corrective and preventative measure.
- Attend all JHSC meetings facilitated by the business partner as an Advisor
- Work with our agency partners to share best practices related to H&S and jointly manage the return to work program
- Coordinates the implementation of corrective and preventative measures
- Assist with incident investigations, near miss reporting, job hazard analysis and recommend actions in order to ensure compliance
- Assists in the identification and analysis of trends. Communicates observations and provides suggestions for incident reduction measures
- Investigate/research; recommend and implement Health & Safety Best Practices
- Produce statistics for leaders regarding accidents
- Undertake risk assessments, site inspections and identify potential hazards
- Lead in-house training with operations team to address health and safety issues and risks and transfer knowledge
- Manage the Workers’ Compensation program, claims and modified return to work program
- Schedule appointments with injured/ill team members to understand their requirements
- Work with department leaders and T&D Business Partners to determine alternate duties, and return schedules
Required Experience
- Minimum 5 years related experience in a similar role
- Excellent interpersonal /communication skills
- Proven competency in fostering a Health & Safety environment
- Manufacturing experience required
- Valid Drivers license and vehicle
What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?
Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.
Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.
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Food Product Developer
Do you have a passion for food and a technical aptitude?
How much do you love bread?
Are you interested in learning more about how’s it made?
Will roll up your sleeves and get hands on to build your technical foundational knowledge?
A leading North American artisan bakery, ACE Bakery (Division of FGF) specializes in premium all natural artisan bakery products. Using time-honored European traditions and techniques, ACE Bakery has created a legacy of high-quality delicious breads, recognized by many of the top chefs across North America.
This Product Developer role is technical leader and will be required to get hands on in our pilot and bakery activities across our Artisan Bread category. They will have primary responsibility for plant trials, driving technical expertise in the areas of automation and learning our equipment capabilities.
To be successful in the role you must be self-motivated, a natural leader at heart and enjoy a fast-paced environment (as well as early mornings!)
What FGF Offers:
- FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential
- Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
- RRSP matching program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.
Some things to know:
Expected travel in and around the GTA to each of our facilities within the network.
May require hours in excess or outside of normal working hours to accommodate testing which is dependent upon line availability in the bakery.
You may find yourself indulging in lots of delicious breads!
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct product trials, run development samples, and create initial product specifications; providing or sourcing information (product characteristics, costs, measurements, ingredients, bake time, case pack, distribution etc.).
- Manage the efficient processing of sample order requests and manufacturing of sample boards designated customers
- Working with team members to manufacture sample items according to specifications, package and ship requests. Ensuring recipes & specifications are followed by the Production team; training bakery staff on product specifications, verifying quality, troubleshooting where necessary.
- Provide technical guidance to production and packing teams where process improvements/changes are required to maintain top quality product.
- Conduct ad hoc checks of production/packing to ensure high standards are maintained.
- Participates in product sensory trials using internal and external panels
- Ensures Regulatory compliance of products included labels, ingredients, supplier information, etc.)
- Be able to collaborate with customers for any enquires and work cross functionally with internal and external stakeholders
- Other related duties as assigned or required
ABOUT YOU:
- A.Sc. in Food Science or a related Science discipline or Culinary Diploma/ Baking/Pastry Program
- Passion for baking (at home or professionally)
- Flexibility to work early mornings or alternate schedules when required
- 1-3 years’ experience in a food manufacturing facility
- Willingness to travel as required
- Enjoys teaching and guiding others
- Strong mechanical competency and affinity for complex machinery.
- Functionally competent in MS Office programs in particular Excel
- Proven ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and recommend solutions
- Mathematical skills are required
- Strong verbal and written communication in English (French an asset)
What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?
Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.
Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.
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Engineer Technician New Grad Opportunity
We’re a naan traditional company…
Summary
The Engineer Technician New Grad Opportunity will participate and learn to support the OEM Engineering team hands-on in the installation of new equipment optimization and analysis in food manufacturing facilities in the GTA.
What FGF Offers:
- FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential
- Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
- RRSP matching program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.
Primary Responsibilities
- Install and troubleshoot process equipment commissioning new production lines
- Familiarity of using hand and power tools to assemble and repair equipment to support daily operations
- Working very closely with Engineering and maintenance teams in production
- Support continuous improvement activities, contribute, and take initiative in learning
- Flexibility regarding working times, including shifts, on call, and weekend work
- Contributes, takes initiative, and supports Health & Safety policies
- Travel between production facilities in GTA as needed
Required Experience / Required Ingredients:
- Post Secondary education in Engineering or Engineering Technology or related field
- College, Trade School
- Basic understanding or ability to read schematics and prints
- Experience with maintenance systems and computer programs (MS Office, Excel, Outlook)
- Valid driver’s license and access to vehicle is required
- Passionate about mechanical repair
- Flexibility to work extended hours and weekends if needed
What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?
Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.
Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.
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Team Member - Forklift Operator
We’re a naan traditional company…
Summary
Reporting to the Site Leader, Operations Leader, and the Shipping & Receiving Team Leader, the Team Member - Forklift Operator is responsible for operating a Raymond Reach Forklift in a safe and efficient manner within a food manufacturing environment.
In this position you will work in a team environment led by a Team Leader. You will support your Team Leader by demonstrating and practicing team work every day and respect all your fellow Team Members.
What FGF Offers:
- FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential
- Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
- RRSP matching program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.
Primary Responsibilities
- Operates Raymond Reach and/or Counter Balance trucks to transport, stage, load/unload finished products/raw materials onto and off trailers
- Picking orders using the Raymond Reach truck and a RF scanner gun
- Operates pallet wrapping machines
- Works in a safe manner and follows all GMP’s, Safe Operating Procedures, and Health and Safety Policies as outlined by FGF at all times
- Ensures Operations Management System (OMS) procedures are being followed (entering inventory into the operating system)
- Responsible for daily inventory control
- Reports food safety/ quality problems to the Quality Assurance team
- Performs lift truck daily inspection as per standard operating procedures
- Ensures the flow of Finished Goods and packaging material is smooth during production on the floor
- Performs other duties as assigned
Required Experience
- Must have a valid (Raymond Reach/Counterbalance) forklift operator license from a recognized training provider
- 1 year of Reach and Counterbalacne Forklift experience working in a manufacturing environment (food/bakery experience is desirable)
- RF scanning experience
- Ability to work in a freezer environment
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision or distraction
- Accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to detect the presence of a quality issue
- Good communication skills (Paperwork and documentation are part of the job responsibilities)
- Must be punctual and flexible to work days, afternoons, nights & weekends if needed
What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?
Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial mindset which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.
Let’s be frank. FGF is not for everybody. Our culture is unique. We dive headfirst into the unknown. If you’re fun-loving, talented and fearless, we’re for you.
Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added, or this description may be amended at any time.
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Line Leader
We’re a naan traditional company…
Summary
Reporting to the Shift Leader and Operations Leader, the Line Leader - Production will provide hands-on leadership on a production shift within the plant to ensure production schedules are met safely and on time all within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment
What FGF Offers:
- FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential
- Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
- RRSP matching program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.
Primary Responsiblities
- Leads by example and fosters an environment of mutual respect and team work among Team Members
- Conduct pre-shift huddles and provides feedback for Team Leaders
- Responsible for leading Team Leaders in addition to production crew on one or more production lines
- Leads, coaches, mentors and trains Leaders and Team Members
- Ensures production schedules are met and deals with problems that may occur
- Co-ordinates the various department schedules, products and manpower to ensure that the production in the plant runs smoothly
- Checks to ensure that proper methods and procedures are being used and that quality, safety, environment standards are met
- Leads, coaches, mentors and trains Team Leaders, and other Team Members as needed
- Ensures a safe working environment is maintained at all times by enforcing Company standards and regular inspections
- Assists in all testing of new equipment, methods and or products, as well as trouble shoot processes and equipment
- Utilizes the OMS system to help achieve production targets
- Assists Shift Leader in ensuring KPIs are met daily
- Follows and enforce all GMP’s and Safety Procedures as outlined by FGF
- Acts as a backup to Shift Leader when necessary
- Additional responsibilities may be added to better satisfy needs of the business
Required Experience:
- Minimum 2-3 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment (food/bakery experience is desirable)
- Must be a demonstrated leader who easily interacts with others and is adept at leading and motivating a team to meet demands established by the schedule
- Must have excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication skills, along with simple mathematical abilities
- Ability to manage difficult people and work independently with minimal supervision
- Flexible to work days, afternoons, nights & weekends if needed
- Working knowledge of GMP's, HACCP & O.H.S.A is required
What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?
Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.
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Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added, or this description may be amended at any time.
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Senior Software Developer– Enablement Operations
We’re a naan traditional company…
Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and self-driven senior software developer to build MS .NET/MVC based data driven applications. You will be part of an Agile Development team working on new application development using the latest technologies. We are a tech savvy organization where multiple development projects will provide you with the opportunity to contribute and be part of a dynamic and creative development team that delivers high value software solutions.
What FGF Offers:
- FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential
- Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
- RRSP matching program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.
Primary Responsibilities
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- Design and implement innovative software solutions that are user-friendly, efficient, and reliable
- Test and debug software applications to ensure quality and functionality
- Collaborate with other developers, designers, and stakeholders to deliver successful software products
- Evaluate and improve existing software applications to meet changing user needs
- Keep up with the latest trends and developments in software engineering
- Multitasking capabilities with high responsiveness.
Required Experience
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- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering or relevant field
- At least 3 years of experience in software development using various languages and frameworks such as C# .NET, Python, JavaScript, Telerik Kendo UI, Ajax, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to create innovative software solutions that meet business needs and expectations
- Experience with cloud platforms such asMicrosoft Power Platform,AWS, Azure services, etc.
- 3+ years in a leadershiprole that required people and applicationmanagement.
- 5+ years of experience with .NET and MVC applications
- 5+ years' experience with SQL Server development/database design
- Proven record of accomplishment of on-time delivery of your work
- Portfolio of previous software projects that showcase your innovation and creativity
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, time management and goal setting skills
- Great team player, quick learner
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Nice to Have:
- Experience with Azure DevOps and CI/CD Pipelines
- Data modeling and Database design
- Familiarity with SharePoint administration including experience with lists, documents libraries, site creation, archival and search (creation, customization, management, etc.)
What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?
Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.
Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.
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Software Technical Manager
We’re a naan traditional company…
Summary
Software Technical Leader will support the execution of a wide variety of projects including application deployment, operational improvements, and business automation. This manager must possess extensive knowledge of business processes and technical environments, software tools and development team with deep expertise in MS .NET/MVC based data driven applications. You will lead an agile development team using the latest technologies. We are a tech savvy organization where multiple development projects will provide you with the opportunity to contribute and lead our dynamic and creative development team that delivers high value software solutions. The successful candidate lends subject-matter expertise to enhance projects with insightful takeaways and perspective.
What FGF Offers:
- FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential
- Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
- RRSP matching program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.
Primary Responsibilities
- Works with project manager, business process specialist and end users, when required, to understand requirements or discuss alternatives.
- Point of contact for technical teams to understand business requirements and propose consistent solutions designs that are scalable and efficient.
- Lead the team through the development of identified solutions and effective testing procedures.
- Monitor multiple cloud application deployments on an ongoing basis - evaluating progress, quality, and delivery timelines
- Manage resource plan and identify resource risks or blockers.
- Provide leadership guidance and direction to personnel to ensure proper, timely completion of work.
- Assist in development and execution of application roadmap
- Meet with vendors to assess products, inquire about services, negotiate pricing, and communicate any product or service-related concerns.
- Work collaboratively with stakeholders and team to refine specifications and requirements
- Cultivate effective working relationships with business partner team to maximize productivity and customer service delivery.
- Anticipate problems or situations that could affect project success. Assess potential impact to the project and develop and execute the best solution. Manage escalated situations as needed.
- Provide team members with timely, constructive, and actionable feedback that increases individual and team effectiveness.
Required Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in related field, additional years of experience can be used in lieu of degree.
- 3+ years in a leadership role that required people and application management
- 5+ years of experience with .NET and MVC applications
- 5+ years object-oriented analysis and design experience
- 5+ years’ experience with SQL Server (2012-2016) development/database design and experience with stored procedures, ETL, SSRS, SSIS, DDL, DML
- SharePoint experience with lists, documents libraries, site creation, archival and search
- Solid experience developing with JavaScript frameworks including jQuery; Ajax and AngularJS.
- Solid experience using Microsoft Visual Studio, RPA technologies similar to UiPath,
- Strong experience developing testing strategies
What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?
Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.
Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.
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Maintenance Shift Leader
We’re a naan traditional company…
Summary
At facilities installed, the Maintenance Shift Leader will be responsible for the day to day activities of the Shift Mechanics. Reporting to the Site Maintenance Leader, you will support and improve maintenance operations by becoming the technical expert on all the production equipment for your site. You will be required to troubleshoot and repair equipment, and lead by example.
What FGF Offers:
- FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential
- Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
- RRSP matching program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.
Primary Responsibilities
- Understands and fulfills the duties of a leader of the following programs within the production area: Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), All food safety programs, All health & safety program, All FGF safety programs
- Works very closely with all operations departments to provide immediate timely support in order to ensure operational targets are met
- Trains; coaches; guides and mentors existing, as well as new Maintenance TMs
- Ensures that troubleshooting and repair is accomplished in a safe and efficient manner
- Completes maintenance related projects as required
- Ensures that Preventative and Predictive Maintenance programs are executed as scheduled
- Recommends additional training for shift mechanics as needed
- Collaborates with Maintenance Coordinator to ensure supplies of required tools, parts and labour are available for timely repairs
- Promotes and supports Continuous Improvement activities in Manufacturing
- Maintenance Team – Equipment – recommends additional training for Shift Mechanics as needed, maintain training records
- Equipment PM (Preventive Maintenance) – responsible for training maintenance team in how to maintain equipment in safe working condition, lubricating necessary parts, changing worn out or damaged parts
- Equipment (Production) – training the maintenance team on setting up the equipment on the line for production
- Shop House Keeping – responsible for mechanics maintaining the maintenance shop and tool box organized and clean
- Filling Out Shift Report – training/responsible for mechanics filing out the shift report during shift
- Ordering Parts – responsible for ordering parts on QMS to help maintain shop inventory and for scheduled repairs
- Report to Ops team (site leader, operation leader, shift leader, Q.A., Engineering) on any plant/equipment issues
- Is the contact person for Engineering support on the shift
- Conducts daily huddles with Maintenance TMs
Required Experience
- Minimum 3 to 4 years’ working in a manufacturing environment with a proven track record of prior leadership expertise
- Must be on a demonstrated leader who easily interacts with others and is adept at leading/motivating a team to meet schedule demands
- Must have excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication skills, along with simple mathematical abilities
- Ability to manage difficult people
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Flexibility to work days, afternoons, nights & weekends if needed
- Licensed Millwright 433A and or Electrician 442A preferred
- Experience with maintenance systems and computer programs (MS Office; Excel; Outlook)
- Passionate about mechanical repair
- Post-secondary education an asset
What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?
Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.
Let’s be frank. FGF is not for everybody. Our culture is unique. We dive headfirst into the unknown. If you’re fun-loving, talented and fearless, we’re for you.
Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added, or this description may be amended at any time.
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Maintenance Mechanic
We’re a naan traditional company…
Summary
Responsible for providing overall mechanical support to the production group in the areas of packaging as well as processing and facilities to ensure continuous operations.
What FGF Offers:
- FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential
- Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
- RRSP matching program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.
Primary Responsibilities
- Modify, repair, install, maintain, improve, and troubleshoot various types of machinery, equipment and facilities in the processing & packaging departments
- Diagnose mechanical problems, provide quick & innovative solutions for mechanical equipment breakdowns by applying proven skills in the principles of mechanics, fitting, plumbing, basic welding, metal fabrication, machining, troubleshooting, and analytical problem solving
- Experience with drill press, grinder, saws, and all other machine shop tools
- Setup, takedown, and relocation of Bakery and Packaging equipment
- Perform preventative maintenance, and safety inspections
- Provide solution to routine or unique equipment problems
- Promptly respond to equipment related issues with customer oriented manner
- Equipment PM (Preventive Maintenance) – responsible for maintaining equipment in safe working condition, lubricating necessary parts, changing worn out or damaged parts
- Equipment (Production) – helps production setup the equipment on the line and troubleshoot/repair equipment during shift.
- Shop House Keeping - responsible for maintaining maintenance shop and tool box organized and clean
- Filling Out Shift Report – responsible for filling out electronically the shift report in specific issue’s or tasks completed during shift.
- Ordering Parts – responsible for ordering parts on QMS that get used and helping the coordinator maintain shop inventory
Required Experience
- Millwright License or equivalent experience
- Minimum 2 years mechanical experience in a high-speed packaging and/or manufacturing environment (food industry is highly preferred)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge of Health & Safety and Lockout Procedures is an asset
- Knowledge of preventative maintenance programs is an asset
- Mechanical training or experience is preferred
- Committed to working towards a Mechanical Certification
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Passionate about mechanical repair
What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?
Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.
Let’s be frank. FGF is not for everybody. Our culture is unique. We dive headfirst into the unknown. If you’re fun-loving, talented and fearless, we’re for you.
Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added, or this description may be amended at any time.
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