Auditor, Certification and Compliance

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About Us

At Atlantic Packaging every box tells a story and yours begins here. As a proudly Canadian-owned company with over 80 years of excellence in the corrugated packaging industry with operations within North America (Ontario Quebec and United States) were committed to sustainability customer excellence and community impact. Since 1945 weve supported local jobs and built a legacy of trust with our clients and team members. At Atlantic your ideas matter your growth is supported and your work makes a real impact.

The Opportunity

ââReporting to the Certification & Compliance Manager is responsible for coordinating sales facility teams and related corporate functions to ensure Atlantics various certification standards are being met and prepared for periodic audits.

Certification & Compliance Auditor plays a critical role in assuring commitment to several programs including quality food safety health & safety environmental ethical addition you will be tasked with our audit team to assist internal partners in an informational capacity so they can develop and implement strategies to meet requirements or improve.

What Youll Do

• Understand the companys objectives and how they relate to facilities / departments so critical improvements can be identified and escalated as required
• Become Internal Subject Matter Expert (SME) in relation to certification standards regulations and typical customer requirements as they pertain to paper and paper packaging in multiple industries
• Collaborate with internal departments to develop maintain and improve HACCP / HARPC plans in keeping with food safety certifications and related regulations.
• Ensure that processes needed for certification are established implemented and maintained
• Work with audit team to develop internal audit scope and plans related to quality food safety environmental Health & Safety ethics and associated ESG programs
• Collaborate with internal owners to set certification expectations and maintain related controls
• Guide mentor and coach the team on effective relationship building
• Work to maintain a positive relationship with certification stakeholders while promoting grass root and gatekeeper ownership mentality with intention of fostering continuing day-to-day compliance
• Collaborate with internal departments to promote ethical practices guide / mentor stakeholders on importance of meeting established requirements throughout the organization
• Coordinate performance report & follow up on internal and external audits related to manufacturing and warehousing facilities
• Liaise with the necessary support departments to promote timely audit corrective actions investigations
• Act as an objective source of independent advice to ensure validity legality and goal achievement
• Identify problems and recommend risk aversion measures for effective operation and cost savings
• Maintain open communication with management facilities and larger audit team regarding status risks and improvements
• Engage in ongoing knowledge development regarding sectors rules regulations best practices tools techniques and performance standards
• Support corporate and facility managers with technical assistance regarding certification / customer requirements to help them develop appropriate systems and documentation
• Provide requirement guidance to internal team members when working on common projects
• Work with customers and certification auditors to ensure appropriate responses to questions and as necessary facilitate on-site audits / tours to satisfy requirement verification
• Identify opportunities to improve operations and effectiveness to meet requirements or expectations
• Set expectations and maintain positive relationships with customers and manufacturing operations throughout the division
• Champion a portfolio of corporate level projects/initiatives intended to improve company and personal development

What youll bring:

• Education or experience in quality food or food packaging industry
• Education / experience in lead or internal auditing
• Access to transportation that can travel within greater Toronto area with reasonable expectation of arrival in 1-3 hours
• Ability to travel on short notice (primarily within Toronto GTA) for plan and unannounced audits
• Preference given applicants with relevant ASQ certifications
• Preference given to education / work experience with systems or standards related to GMP general food safety practices Risk Reviews HACCP / HARPC planning GFSI ISO9001 or Packaging regulations
• Preference given to education / experience doing preventative or corrective actions
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with other departments
• Ability to work independently and provide educated advice with minimal supervision
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
• Intermediate computer skills on software such as MS Office
• Related working experience as Internal or External auditor
• Ability to manipulate large amounts of information and compile into manageable reports
• High attention to detail excellent analytical skills and ability to manage the follow up of multiple audit related activities
• Ability to make sound independent judgements related to audit issues that are based on perceived risks cost and value-added benefits
• Change-driven individual who loves to challenge the status quo
• Organized and self-motivated

What We Offer

• Comprehensive health dental and vision coverage (dependents included)
• Teamwork-focused culture with sustainability initiatives and social events
• A culture of appreciation through a point-based recognition
• Opportunities for advancement and internal movement
• Education assistance for continuous skill development
• Academic scholarships for employees children
• Safety equipment and PPE support program
• Retirement savings and wellness initiatives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Inclusion and Accessibility

Atlantic Packaging is committed to fostering an inclusive accessible and respectful environment for all candidates. If you require accommodation during the hiring process please contact our Talent Acquisition teamwere here to support you.

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in joining Atlantic Packaging. While we appreciate the time and effort invested only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note

Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal and background check. Details will be provided through the application process.

Hiring Range: $66400 - $83100 per year. A candidates experience and knowledge may be factored into the pay a candidate receives for this position. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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