Food Quality Auditor

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Maintain auditor qualifications and ongoing competency requirements

Responsibilities

Conduct first, second, and third-party audits against applicable food safety standards and certification schemes.; Evaluate the effectiveness of Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS) implemented by clients.; Prepare audit plans, checklists, reports, and nonconformity findings.; Verify corrective actions and follow-up on audit findings.; Ensure compliance with accreditation and certification body requirements.; Maintain impartiality, confidentiality, and professional conduct during audits.; Provide technical input regarding food safety standards and regulatory requirements.; Support witness audits, internal audits, and auditor calibration activities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Agriculture, Biotechnology, Veterinary Medicine, Microbiology, or a related discipline.; Minimum 5-7 years of experience in the food industry, food safety, quality assurance, or auditing.; Experience with certification bodies is preferred.; Practical knowledge of food manufacturing, processing, packaging, storage, or distribution operations.; FSSC 22000 Lead Auditor certification (IRCA/CQI or equivalent recognized body).; ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification (IRCA/CQI or equivalent recognized body).; HACCP certification and practical implementation experience.

Nice to have

ISO 14001 Lead Auditor certification (IRCA/CQI or equivalent recognized body).; ISO 45001 Lead Auditor certification (IRCA/CQI or equivalent recognized body).; ISO/IEC 17065 awareness or implementation experience.; ISO/IEC 17021-1 awareness and understanding of certification body requirements.; BRCGS Food Safety Auditor qualification.; ISO 19011 Auditing Techniques training.; Food Fraud and Food Defense training.; GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) certification.; PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) certification for FSMA.