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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Food Safety Auditor to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for evaluating and ensuring that food production and handling processes comply with regulatory and industry standards. This role involves conducting on-site audits, reviewing documentation, and providing recommendations to improve food safety practices.
As a Food Safety Auditor, you will work closely with food manufacturers, processors, and distributors to assess their food safety management systems. You will be expected to stay up to date with current food safety regulations and best practices, and to communicate findings clearly and professionally. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently are essential for success in this role.
Key responsibilities include planning and conducting audits, preparing detailed reports, and providing guidance on corrective actions. You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate records and ensuring that all audit activities are performed in accordance with established protocols. The role may require travel to various client sites and flexibility in scheduling.
This position is ideal for individuals with a background in food science, microbiology, or a related field, and who have experience in food safety auditing or quality assurance. Certification in food safety standards such as HACCP, ISO 22000, or SQF is highly desirable.
If you are passionate about food safety and have a keen eye for detail, we encourage you to apply and become a vital part of our mission to ensure the highest standards of food quality and safety.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Conduct on-site food safety audits at client facilities
- Evaluate compliance with food safety regulations and standards
- Review and assess food safety management systems
- Prepare detailed audit reports and documentation
- Recommend corrective actions and improvements
- Stay current with food safety laws and industry trends
- Communicate findings and recommendations to clients
- Maintain accurate and organized audit records
- Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders
- Ensure audits are conducted according to established protocols
Requirements
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- Certification in HACCP, ISO 22000, SQF, or similar standards
- Minimum 3 years of experience in food safety or quality assurance
- Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple audits
- Willingness to travel to client sites as needed
- Attention to detail and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and audit software tools
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Do you have experience conducting food safety audits?
- Are you certified in any food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, ISO 22000)?
- How do you stay updated with changes in food safety regulations?
- Can you describe a challenging audit you conducted and how you handled it?
- Are you comfortable traveling frequently for work?
- What tools or software do you use for audit documentation?
- How do you ensure objectivity and accuracy during audits?
- Have you ever identified a major non-compliance issue? How did you address it?
- What industries have you audited in the past?
- How do you communicate audit findings to clients?
