Lead Auditor

Lead Auditor As the Full Time Food Safety Auditor, you will perform third-party audits per Eurofins Certification procedures and requirements of one or more applicable standards (i.e. BRCGS and SQF). You will also perform the collection and analysis of sufficient information to provide a recommendation for certification. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Accreditation/qualification, knowledge, and understanding of federal and state laws as they pertain to food safety and various schemes' requirements including, but not limited to, BRC, SQF, GRMA and FAMI-QS. Conduct and implement all components of the audit process including but not limited to managing, planning, travel arrangements, execution, and client follow up. Subject to conducting witness audits and being witnessed, surveillance audits, and supervision reviews by accreditation officers and other members of Eurofins, as needed. Maintain accredited auditor status and achieve additional categories and scheme accreditations, as requested. Maintain applicable professional development and training required for audit proficiency. Maintain confidentiality and impartiality in all aspects of work and adhere to all procedures established by Eurofins and its auditing clients. Understand and practice Eurofins quality manual, policy, procedures, and SOPs. Ensure timeliness, consistency, and accuracy in all audits and audit reports, meet or exceed 3rd party auditor and scheme KPI's Attend annual informational meeting and calibration meetings Essential Duties: Applies good practices in all areas of responsibility, Demonstrates and promotes the company vision Regular punctuality Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner Qualifications: BA or BS degree in food related or bioscience discipline required Minimum 5 years' experience in food manufacturing Completed a recognized HACCP Training with certificate issued (16 hours, 2 days) Passed a recognized Lead Auditor Training (40 hours, 5 days) Knowledge of GFSI BRC, SQF, GRMA, or FAMI-QS Auditor Self-motivated Strong time management skills Ability to work in the U.S indefinitely without sponsorship Travel: Travels up to 80% of the time - automobile / airplane, some travel might be international with flight time 8+ hours depending on the destination. Weekend travel may be necessary to meet utilization. Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities: Strong background and knowledge of technical applications of the standards Language Skills: English/Spanish Mathematical Skills: Basic level Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Basic level Excellent communication and interpersonal, verbal, written and presentation skills. Proactive attitude and excellent organizational skills Effectively reacts in stressful situations and make clear, well-founded decisions regarding conformity during the audit. Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects while delivering results on time. Act with integrity, tact, and character. Ability to work independently and efficiently Comfortable planning and executing travel schedules Must successfully complete a period of supervised training (witness audits) by Eurofins Additional Information Position is Full-Time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., with additional hours, as needed. Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options Life and disability insurance 401(k) with company match Paid vacation and holidays