Sr. Inspector - Organic

FoodChain ID; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

FoodChain ID is seeking a Senior Inspector in Mumbai to lead organic certification audits, mentor Inspectors, and ensure high-quality execution across certification activities. The role requires a strong background in organic standards and governance frameworks, with emphasis on impartiality and ongoing competence evaluation.

As a Senior Inspector, you will drive audit planning, witness inspections, and lead annual lead audits while aligning with regulatory schemes and FCID policies to maintain

Qualifications

• Relevant university degree or a comparable qualification in Agriculture, Horticulture, Aquaculture, Apiculture, or Animal Husbandry
• Minimum of two years of experience in auditing, certification, agriculture, food processing, or a related field
• Relevant training on organic standards and knowledge of quality management systems
• Familiarity with ISO 17065 and NPOP accreditation requirements
• HACCP or Food and Feed Safety training is preferable
• ISO auditor qualification is preferable
• Qualified for USDA-NOP, Organic EU, Naturland, Biosuisse
• Successful completion of FCID's internal training programme prior to authorisation

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the planning, execution, and documentation of audits
• Lead, supervise, and mentor Inspectors, serving as their direct superior within the Certification Division
• Conduct and document witness inspections of Inspectors as part of competence evaluation, authorisation, and ongoing performance monitoring
• Carry out lead audits of Inspectors at least once a year or as required, with findings documented and reported to the Division Head
• Compose audit teams and ensure all team members meet the required competence and independence criteria in accordance with ISO 17065 and NPOP accreditation requirements
• Ensure all participating personnel have signed the Confidentiality Agreement and relevant work instructions prior to the commencement of any evaluation
• Obtain the relevant legal basis, including applicable laws, executive orders, and industry schemes, before completing any evaluation
• Fill out and manage non-conformity reports
• Arrange all measures related to certification with the applicant
• Engage in professional collaboration with Inspectors and scheme owners and participate as a member of the evaluation team
• Ensure all inspection activities are conducted in accordance with FCID's impartiality, confidentiality, and independence requirements
• Undertake any other related tasks as directed by management

Education

Relevant university degree or a comparable qualification in Agriculture, Horticulture, Aquaculture, Apiculture, or Animal Husbandry

Job description

Position Title

Senior Inspector – Organic Certification

Employment Type

Full-time

Experience

Minimum 7 years

Location

Mumbai

Department

Organic Certification

Reporting To

Technical Reviewer

Company Overview

FoodChain ID is a global leader in food safety, regulatory compliance, and sustainability solutions. We support organizations across the food and agriculture value chain with certification, advisory, and data-driven services that help bring safe, compliant, and sustainable products to market. With teams across the globe, we combine deep technical expertise with practical, market-focused solutions to help customers navigate complex regulatory and certification landscapes

Role Overview

We are looking for a seasoned professional with a strong background in organic certification to step into a senior role within our inspection team. As a Senior Inspector, you will bring both technical expertise and mentoring ability to the table, overseeing audit execution, driving quality across the division, and playing a key role in the development of our Inspectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the planning, execution, and documentation of audits
• Lead, supervise, and mentor Inspectors, serving as their direct superior within the Certification Division
• Conduct and document witness inspections of Inspectors as part of competence evaluation, authorisation, and ongoing performance monitoring
• Carry out lead audits of Inspectors at least once a year or as required, with findings documented and reported to the Division Head
• Compose audit teams and ensure all team members meet the required competence and independence criteria in accordance with ISO 17065 and NPOP accreditation requirements
• Ensure all participating personnel have signed the Confidentiality Agreement and relevant work instructions prior to the commencement of any evaluation
• Obtain the relevant legal basis, including applicable laws, executive orders, and industry schemes, before completing any evaluation
• Fill out and manage non-conformity reports
• Arrange all measures related to certification with the applicant
• Engage in professional collaboration with Inspectors and scheme owners and participate as a member of the evaluation team
• Ensure all inspection activities are conducted in accordance with FCID's impartiality, confidentiality, and independence requirements
• Undertake any other related tasks as directed by management

Qualifications

• Relevant university degree or a comparable qualification in Agriculture, Horticulture, Aquaculture, Apiculture, or Animal Husbandry
• Minimum of two years of experience in auditing, certification, agriculture, food processing, or a related field
• Relevant training on organic standards and knowledge of quality management systems
• Familiarity with ISO 17065 and NPOP accreditation requirements
• HACCP or Food and Feed Safety training is preferable
• ISO auditor qualification is preferable
• Qualified for USDA-NOP, Organic EU, Naturland, Biosuisse
• Successful completion of FCID's internal training programme prior to authorisation

Why Join Us

At FCID, our certification outcomes are only as strong as the inspectors who lead them. As a Senior Inspector, you will work across a diverse portfolio of organic certification schemes, leading audit teams and setting the quality standard for those around you. With exposure to global accreditation frameworks and structured calibration programmes to keep your skills sharp, this is a role where your technical expertise and leadership will carry real weight.