Food Safety Auditor

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A Food Safety Consultancy and Training Companythe in USA is hiring a Food Safety Auditor with the following:

Responsibilities

  • Pre-Audit Activities:
    • Perform comprehensive document reviews and preliminary assessments to ensure readiness for certification.
    • Identify gaps or non-conformities in client documentation and provide clear, actionable feedback for improvement.
    • Prepare and distribute a detailed Audit Plan using official forms and templates, ensuring timely delivery to the auditee prior to the audit date.
  • Audit Planning & Coordination:
    • Organize all logistical aspects of the audit including travel arrangements, accommodation, directions, and necessary information for the audit team.
    • Schedule and lead Opening and Closing Meetings with client representatives, explaining the audit objectives, scope, methodology, and timelines.
  • On-Site Audit Execution:
    • Conduct thorough audits in line with applicable food safety standards (e.g., FSSC 22000, SQF, BRCGS, ISO 22000).
    • Evaluate compliance by conducting interviews, observing operations, inspecting facilities, and reviewing relevant records.
    • Collaborate with audit team members to validate findings and ensure consistency and accuracy in results.
  • Reporting & Follow-Up:
    • Communicate audit findings clearly and professionally to the client, including identification of non-conformities and guidance on resolution.
    • Advise clients on SAI Global (or equivalent certification body) expectations, including timelines for corrective actions.
    • Review and assess submitted corrections and corrective action plans along with supporting evidence for adequacy and effectiveness.
    • Compile and submit a complete and accurate Audit Report, ensuring it meets quality and compliance standards.
    • As Lead Auditor, review and approve team documentation, ensuring all audit evidence and records are complete and ready for submission to the Registration Review Team.
    • Respond appropriately to any post-audit review comments or findings issued by the Review Team.
  • Additional Responsibilities:
    • Perform any other duties or special projects as assigned by the audit program manager or certification body.

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or a related discipline from an accredited four-year college or university.
  • PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) certification.
  • A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in food safety, quality assurance, food packaging, food ingredients, engineering, or auditing.
  • In-depth knowledge of USDA and FDA regulations (or CFIA if based in Canada).
  • Familiarity with GFSI benchmarked standards and the certification process.
  • Understanding of various management system standards (e.g., ISO series, HACCP).
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with electronic document systems.
  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; ability to travel independently to client sites.
  • Physically capable of navigating industrial environments (climbing ladders, bending, crawling, walking in tight spaces, etc.).
  • Willingness and availability to travel up to 85% of the time, including weekends and international destinations.
  • Strong communication skills—both verbal and written—with the ability to interact professionally with clients.
  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in diverse environments.
  • High ethical standards and a commitment to compliance and integrity in all aspects of work.

Food Safety Auditor-Certifcations

  • Certified Lead Auditor under a GFSI-approved scheme (e.g., FSSC 22000, SQF, BRCGS), with current certification in good standing.
  • Experience conducting a minimum of 10 third-party food safety audits.
  • Direct work experience in a food processing facility in a food safety or quality assurance role.
  • Current qualification as an auditor under a recognized GFSI scheme, with preference for FSSC 22000.
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