Marin Pavlic, Director of QA Programs & Compliance at Sofina Foods, Inside Food Safety Leadership | That’s a Food Job! Podcast #109
Marin Pavlic is the Senior Director of QA Programs & Compliance at Sofina Foods and the current President of the Ontario Food Protection Association (OFPA). With over 15 years of experience in food manufacturing, Marin brings a deep understanding of food safety, team leadership, and regulatory compliance to his work—along with a strong belief in the power of networking and continuous improvement.
In this episode of That’s a Food Job!, Marin shares how he built his career by leaning into leadership roles, learning to trust the expertise of his team, and staying adaptable in a changing industry. He discusses the importance of communication and team dynamics, the role of data in driving smarter decisions, and how regulatory changes can be used as a catalyst for growth. We also explore his passion for professional development and his work with OFPA to build community and mentorship across the food sector.
If you’re interested in food safety careers, building leadership skills, or how to grow in a traditional industry through learning and collaboration, this episode offers practical advice and inspiration.
In this episode:
- 00:00 Introduction to Marin Pavlic
- 02:52 Understanding Leadership in Food Safety
- 06:01 The Importance of Team Dynamics
- 09:08 Navigating Career Paths in Food Safety
- 11:48 Skills for Success in Food Safety Roles
- 15:08 Handling Conflicts Between Production and Food Safety
- 17:56 Data-Driven Decision Making in Food Safety
- 28:14 Data Utilization in Food Safety
- 32:28 Navigating Regulatory Changes
- 36:46 Continuous Improvement in Food Safety
- 43:33 Adapting Training for Diverse Learners
- 45:26 The Role of OFPA in Food Safety
- 53:41 Advice for Aspiring Food Safety Professionals
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#77–Neha Mehta, Food Safety Quality Assurance Compliance Coordinator/Supervisor at Maple Leaf Foods Inc.
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