Auditor, Food Safety, GLOBALG.A.P./PrimusGFS/HGAP
SCS Global Services
Part-time
Home/Remote
Posted 2 years ago
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| Division: | Food and Agriculture |
| Position Type: | Contractor Part Time |
The Food Safety auditor is responsible for conducting audits on farms and facilities in accordance with both the audit scheme and SCS protocol. Auditors travel to client sites, perform inspections, determine compliance, review corrective actions, and submit their audit reports for review and certification.
This is a contract position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Audit Coordination
Schedule and confirm audit date with client
Prepare and send client audit plan according to protocols
Book travel, hotel and transportation according to company policy, and submit expense reports
Audit Services
Adhere to all quality and code of conduct standards
Conduct audits using applicable checklists, forms, and tools
Maintain positive client relationships and respond to all client inquiries and concerns
Submit complete and accurate audit reports within established timelines
Ensure thorough client records are maintained
Program Quality and Compliance
Attend trainings to maintain qualification to conduct audits; maintain training records
Maintain up to date knowledge of applicable regulations and standards
Prepare clients for audit process by sending required audit plan
Relevant Programs/Services/Schemes:
GLOBALG.A.P.
PrimusGFS
Harmonized GAP
Primus Standard
GMP
Qualifications: (Minimum requirements per scheme)
Familiarity with the third-party certification process
Strong communication and customer service skills
Well-developed organizational and time management skills
Strong computer skills, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Database systems
Willing to travel up to 75%, mostly overnight travel throughout the U.S.
Verbal proficiency in Spanish desired – must be able to conduct field interviews with ag workers, ask hygiene questions (eating/hand washing/portable restrooms), discuss basic agricultural subjects topics (harvest procedures, chemical handling, use of protective equipment)
COVID-19 vaccination status will be requested to support client requirements, as needed. Your response is optional.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Agribusiness Management, Agricultural/Crop Sciences, Food Sciences, Range/Ecosystem Management, Biology or Chemistry
4 years industry experience in a practical capacity on a farm or in a technical production management role related to fresh produce
One day practical inspection course setting out basic principles of inspection or Lead Auditor course based on ISO 19011
Accredited minimum 16 hour HACCP training
40-hours Lead Auditor training course
Minimum 8 hour Food Hygiene training as part of formal qualifications or through course. The course must include site management, water quality, fertilizers, equipment, facilities, and personal hygiene.
Plant protection, fertilizer and IPM training as part of formal qualifications or course
Physical Requirements
This is an home office-based job 25% of the time and a field position 75% of the time. Must be able to sit 6+ hours per day. Keyboarding 6+ hours per day. Must be able to speak and listen in person and on the phone. Must be able to physically travel to audit sites both via plane or car. Travel to audit sites requires the ability to stand, walk and carry up to 20 lbs. of equipment, possibly on steep rough terrain.
The above description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.
Work Environment
While auditing/assessing
Open agricultural fields and orchards; food handling and storage facilities
Moving tractors, farm machinery as well as processing and packing equipment
Pesticide and other chemical storage facilities
Temperature extremes of high heat or cold
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