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The Opportunity: The position of RDT Specification Specialist will collaborate closely with external suppliers, Purchasing, Product Development, Manufacturing and Quality team members to load the SAP system with information that is accurate and complete. Maple Leaf Foods has made significant investments in SAP ERP systems, including the Recipe Development (RD) and Quality Management (QM) modules. The SAP RD database provides a comprehensive technical product data repository which includes quality, manufacturing, product development, packaging, process technology, auditing SOPs and regulatory information. As a member of a dedicated project team formed to complete the work of building product recipes and specifications, this role is responsible for gathering documentation from external suppliers and maintaining specifications based on that documentation. The role will work closely with Regulatory, Packaging Technology, Purchasing, Product Development and Food Safety/Quality team members to ensure SAP RD system information is accurate and complete. Base Salary: $58,000 $87,000 CAD per annum. Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life: Work directly with our ingredient and packaging suppliers to ensure proper documentation of all incoming materials is obtained Screen technical information related to ingredients and packaging for accuracy and completeness Communicate with suppliers to gather necessary documentation, following up where necessary Research and source material information from legacy sources Analysis of Bill of Materials (BOMs) and legacy documentation Creation and maintenance of specifications using SAP Recipe Development system, based on supplier-provided information Conduct validation sessions with Product Developers, Packaging Technologists, Regulatory and Quality Assurance teams Project management including tracking and communicating scope and completion rates Leverage report capabilities in SAP RD to find opportunities for standardization, detect potential errors of consistency and missing data Support training of personnel at the manufacturing site on system and data structure Participate in weekly meetings with internal crossfunctional business partners to provide status updates and ask questions Work collaboratively with crossfunctional stakeholders to generate required specifications and reports in accordance with project timelines What Youll Bring: Exceptional problem solving, troubleshooting and analytical skills. Process thinking capability is a must Results oriented and able to work as a contributing and cooperating team member Strong communication skills both in person and writtenA self starter, with the ability to prioritize, manage time well and be attentive to detail Strong system skills, including the ability to work with various systems simultaneously Proactive and performance driven, have a bias for action and be able to work under pressure in a fast paced, dynamic environment. French language proficiency an asset University degree in a related discipline, e.g. Food Science, Quality Assurance or Nutrition, Science or College Diploma in Regulatory Affairs/Quality Assurance. Benefits: Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America. An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best. We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired. Please contact our Talent Attraction Team at . #J-18808-Ljbffr