FSSC 22000 Auditor

QIMA; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel opportunities

Global certifications

Job summary

QIMA is seeking experienced lead auditors to plan and execute audits for food safety schemes including ISO 22000 and FSSC 22000, emphasizing traceability and PRPs. The role requires strong evidence collection, report writing, and ability to assess corrective actions.

Ideal candidates hold a related Bachelor's degree, extensive FSMS/HACCP experience, and are qualified as FSSC 22000 lead auditors with willingness to travel regionally for on-site audits. Office tools proficiency is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in FSMS/HACCP/quality/production in organizations relevant to categories C and I.
• Qualified as an FSSC 22000 lead auditor.
• Knowledge of ISO 22000, PRPs, and FSSC Additional Requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute audit plans including sampling, process trails, and traceability as applicable.
• Assess compliance with ISO 22000, PRPs and FSSC Additional Requirements.
• Collect and record evidence; write nonconformities and observations objectively.
• Prepare and review audit reports and certification recommendations.
• Evaluate client corrective actions and support internal technical decisions.
• Maintain impartiality, independence, and confidentiality; follow ISO/IEC 17021-1 and ISO 22003-1 requirements.
• Keep qualifications up to date with scheme changes and accreditations.

Skills

Auditing

ISO 22000 knowledge

FSSC 22000 lead auditor

Travel willingness

Report writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Veterinary Medicine, Agronomy, Pharmacy, Engineering, or related

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

Job description

• Prepare and execute the audit plan, including sampling , process trails , and traceability (mass balance, when applicable).
• Assess compliance with ISO 22000 , applicable PRPs , and FSSC Additional Requirements (e.g., food defense, food fraud, allergens, management of outsourced services, environmental monitoring when applicable, food safety culture).
• Collect and record evidence; write nonconformities and observations objectively and in line with scheme requirements.
• Prepare and review audit reports, certification recommendations, and records in the CB system within required timelines.
• Evaluate the client’s corrective actions (correction/root cause/effectiveness) and support internal technical decisions when requested.
• Comply with impartiality, independence, and confidentiality requirements; follow CB procedures and ISO/IEC 17021-1 and ISO 22003-1 requirements.
• Keep qualifications up to date (changes to the FSSC scheme, normative documents, and accreditation requirements).

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Veterinary Medicine, Agronomy, Pharmacy, Engineering, or similar) **or** proven equivalent professional experience.
• Solid experience in food safety (FSMS/HACCP/quality/production) in organizations relevant to Categories C and I.
• Qualified as an FSSC 22000 lead auditor.
• Knowledge and practical application of:
  • ISO 22000 (risk-based approach, OPRP/CCP, validation/verification, change management, communication).
  • Sector-specific PRPs (e.g., ISO/TS 22002-1 for food manufacturing, when applicable).
  • FSSC Additional Requirements (current version).
• Demonstrated ability to conduct audits independently, with sound judgment, professional demeanor, and strong technical report-writing skills.
• Availability for frequent travel (regional/national) and on-site audits.
• Computer literacy (MS Office/Google Workspace) and ability to use management/audit systems.
• Preferred qualifications (nice to have) - Additional auditor qualification/registration (IRCA/Exemplar Global) for ISO 22000/FSSC 22000.
• Previous experience as a third-party (certification) auditor in GFSI-recognized schemes.
• Training in: food defense, food fraud, allergen management, traceability/recall, supplier audits.
• Experience with complex and/or multi-site audits.

QIMA offers solutions for the food industry from farm to fork through GFSI-recognized certifications (PrimusGFS, GLOBALG.A.P., SQF, BRCGS, IFS), third- and second-party food safety audits, ethical audits, quality seals, inspections, training, and supply chain management. We have offices in Brazil, the United States, and Mexico, and a team of auditors in several countries. Since 2019, we have been part of the QIMA Group. Originally posted on Himalayas