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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Food Safety Manager to join our team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our food safety program, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, and maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation throughout our operations. Your expertise will help us prevent foodborne illnesses and ensure that our products are safe, wholesome, and of the highest quality. You will work closely with production, quality assurance, and supply chain teams to develop and implement food safety policies and procedures, conduct regular audits and inspections, and lead training sessions for employees on food safety practices. Your leadership will be instrumental in fostering a culture of food safety and quality across the organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food science, microbiology, or a related field, along with proven experience in managing food safety programs in a manufacturing or food service environment. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with excellent communication and leadership skills, who is passionate about public health and safety.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop and implement food safety policies and procedures in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Conduct regular food safety audits and inspections to ensure compliance with standards.
- Lead and manage food safety training programs for employees.
- Work closely with production teams to identify and mitigate food safety risks.
- Oversee the maintenance and sanitation of production facilities to prevent contamination.
- Manage and respond to food safety incidents and complaints.
- Stay updated on new regulations and industry best practices in food safety.
- Collaborate with suppliers to ensure their practices meet our food safety standards.
- Prepare and maintain detailed reports on food safety audits, inspections, and training.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance food safety protocols.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a food safety role within the food industry.
- In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations and standards (e.g., FDA, USDA, HACCP).
- Certification in food safety (e.g., ServSafe, HACCP) is preferred.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and food safety management software.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays as needed.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with developing and implementing food safety policies?
- How do you stay current with changes in food safety regulations and standards?
- Describe a time when you identified and mitigated a food safety risk.
- How do you approach training employees on food safety practices?
- Can you give an example of a food safety incident you managed and how you resolved it?
- What strategies do you use to ensure supplier compliance with food safety standards?
- How do you handle food safety audits and inspections?
- What is your experience with food safety certification processes?
- How do you prioritize tasks in a fast-paced food production environment?
- What do you think are the biggest challenges in food safety today?