Job Details

Overview

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As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.

Location: Remote

Your Day toDay Life

• Conduct supplier evaluations at points of manufacture, distribution, or delivery.
• Conduct audits related to GMP/Food Safety Systems and/or GFSI benchmarked schemes such as BRC, FSSC22000, SQF, IFS, GLOBALG.A.P.
• Maintain confidentiality about all aspects of work and adhere to all procedures established by Merieux NutriSciences Certification and/or its auditing clients.
• Maintain applicable professional development required for audit proficiency.
• Assure consistency and accuracy in all audits and audit reports, including content, grammar, spelling, and submission of the final report within identified timelines.
• Follow and adhere to required protocols and procedures, including scheduling work per agreed criteria and maintaining cost effectiveness in all expenses.
• Communicate all reports and other related information in a timely manner.
• Maintain all auditing equipment in working order.
• Maintain all documents and standards received from Merieux NutriSciences or clients in an organized manner.
• Support corporate quality and continuous improvement processes.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Communication

• Regular contact with the Auditing Coordinator to communicate audit schedules and exchange client information. Regular contact with the Regional Auditing Manager for technical questions and guidance. Occasional contact with the Director of Auditing Operations and VP of Technical Services to solve client issues, advise on priorities and assist with schedule conflicts.
• Frequent contact with various clients and suppliers to conduct audits and schedule visits; contact with clients requires professionalism, tact and some elements of persuasion when a violation occurs.

Internal/External Interlocutors

• Auditing Coordinator, Director of Auditing Operations, VP of Technical Services
• Clients, CPOs

Your Profile

Knowledge

• Self-discipline and organizational skills to ensure that schedule is maintained and audits are performed correctly.
• Strong interpersonal skills are necessary to tactfully and objectively discuss audit findings with plant personnel.
• Strong computer skills are needed to produce analysis of client data.

Profile

• A Bachelor of Science Degree in a food or science related field
• At least 5 years work experience in the food industry.
• Must have a strong knowledge of food science and quality assurance to accurately perform auditing procedures.
• Must have extensive experience with multiple types of food processing operations to satisfy client requirements of audits.
• A broad knowledge of GMPs, food safety principles, HACCP and other relevant government regulations.
• Auditing experience in food plant(s) setting is necessary to fulfill auditing business.
• Lead auditor training and training on CPO specific courses (SQF, FSSC, ISO, IFS, BRC, etc) is preferred.

Required Skills

• Self-discipline and organizational skills to ensure that schedule is maintained and audits are performed correctly.
• Strong interpersonal skills are necessary to tactfully and objectively discuss audit findings with plant personnel.
• Strong computer skills are needed to produce analysis of client data.
• Auditing experience in food plant(s) setting is necessary to fulfill auditing business.
• The ability to ensure that the audit is performed within the specified time frame and according to predetermined formats.
• Must be able to work autonomously and able to deal with situations in a diplomatic and professional manner. Each audit offers its own set of unique circumstances where a problem could result depending on the type of facility visited. Difficulties include unfamiliar processing problems, severe violations of guidelines, last minute changes, uncooperative clients and others.
• Must interpret the criteria of the audit and apply it to the specific clients situation. Information is available from other auditing personnel or their supervisor for unusual problems. This individual determines compliance against a given set of criteria and assigns non conformances based upon such criteria.
• The incumbent works with the Audit Coordinators to determine his/her schedule, with the client needs, cost efficiency, and other priorities in mind. Once the audit is completed, the auditor provides a summary of non-conformances and submits a full audit report within 3 - 5 days, based upon specific client requirements.
• Audit format is based on predetermined guidelines, client specifications and Certification Process Owner (CPO) requirements. The individual must use previous experience to effectively complete the audit and provide useful information to the client. The reports are technically reviewed prior to releasing the final report to the client and a summary of the review provided to the individual.

Management

• This position receives general direction from the Regional Auditing Manager and Director of Auditing Operations.
• This position has no direct reports.

Work Environment

This position requires extensive travel (80% +) across the US and occasionally to Canada. When not traveling, the incumbent works out of their home with frequent visits to various manufacturing settings with proper lighting and temperature control. Occasional exposure to laboratory fumes, chemicals, and materials will occur when in the facility. This position can involve noisy, adverse smells, and extreme temperatures where safety equipment such as lab coat, hair net, protective shoes, earplugs and safety glasses could be required. This individual must be able to climb stairs, walk the entire length of manufacturing facility and execute audits in restricted zones.

Compensation Range

$70.00 - $85.00 per hour

Full Time Benefits Overview

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.

Generous paid time off (PTO) package to support work-life balance following state and local ordinances.

Optional 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.

The information above provides a general overview and may vary based on specific job responsibilities, location, or other factors. Details will be clarified during the hiring process.

Why Join Us?

• Because you would contribute to an inspiring Public Health purpose, supported by long-term and visionary shareholders.
• Because you would have an impact on our strategic pillars that build on 50 years of experience and expertise.
• Because you would be part of a community of an enthusiastic and skilled group of people who love co-building together and serving a purpose bigger than them.
• Because you would be welcome as you are, in a diverse and open-minded environment that is rich in our singularities and differences.
• Because you would grow in an international group of more than 8,200 fantastic team members, with plenty of opportunities to learn and share.

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