GLOBAL G.A.P. Auditor

EAGLE Certification Group; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 73,800 - 147,600; Full time

Job summary

A quality assurance company in Ohio is seeking Safe Quality Food Auditors to conduct third-party audits. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in food science and extensive auditing experience. Responsibilities include scheduling audits, leading on-site assessments, and reporting findings. Compensation ranges from $400 to $800 per day based on qualifications. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented and possess strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least 160 hours of food safety auditing experience.
• Five years' work experience in a food-related position.
• HACCP and PCQI course certificates required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and plan audits at customer locations.
• Prepare effective audit schedules for compliance.
• Lead on-site audits with detailed reporting.

Skills

Understanding complex technical procedures

Communication skills

Detail-oriented report writing

Proficiency in Microsoft 365

Analytical abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in food science or related field

Job description

Overview

EAGLE Certification Group is seeking thorough and articulate individuals for subcontract Safe Quality Food (SQF) Auditors to conduct 3rd party audits for EAGLE's clients.

Responsibilities

• Audit Scheduling: Coordinate and plan all resources necessary to lead an on-site audit at the customer's location.
• Schedule Preparation: Research, prepare and communicate an effective audit schedule for upcoming audits that ensures efficiency and compliance with all audit requirements.
• Conduct Audit: Lead on-site audits including opening meeting, interviews, records inspection, process tracking, site inspections, and closing meetings with preliminary audit results.
• Audit Report & Administration: Complete audit reports noting required information and other details discovered during audit. Process and submit all paperwork to the EAGLE office within required timelines.
• Corrective Action Processing: Review customer-submitted responses to non-conformances identified during audit. Advise customer and EAGLE on the appropriateness of responses.
• Training & Education: Maintain the technical expertise required to audit specific standards through ongoing training and education. Maintain regulatory awareness and compliance requirements of ISO and related standards as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in food science, food technology, bioscience, or a discipline related to the food sector.
• At least 160 hours of food safety auditing in the food industry (equivalent to 20 audit days). History can go back up to 10 years prior. Audit log should include date, company audited, products under scope, and contact for verification.
• At least five (5) years' work experience in a food-related technical, professional or supervisory position involving food safety accountability and the exercise of judgment.
• HACCP course certificate, PCQI course certificate.
• Completion options for SQF auditing training: (1) "Auditing SQF Systems" (4 days) OR (2) registered "Management System Lead Auditor" (40 hours) + "Auditing SQF Systems Course" (3 days) OR (3) registered "Management System Lead Auditor" (40 hours) + "Auditing the SQF Code Requirements" virtual training.
• If applicable, SQF Quality Auditor Course or equivalent, including ASQ quality training, or completed 60 hours auditing of ISO 9001; SQF Quality auditor online exam.

Skills

• Ability to understand complex technical procedures relative to audited processes and assess compliance with established standards.
• Clear and concise communication at all levels within an organization and with customers, other auditors, and EAGLE staff.
• Detail-oriented and capable of concise report writing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and email programs; willingness to learn new technology and software.
• Ability to recognize a customer's management strengths, weaknesses, and culture during an audit; works well with auditors, customers, and staff to manage the audit process.
• Strong technical, administrative, analytical, and communication abilities; ongoing enhancement of knowledge of audit standards.

US Certified third-party auditor Pay Range: $400-$800 per day.

Compensation reflects a range of factors including skills, experience and training, licensure and certifications, standards, and other business needs.

If you are self-motivated, enjoy travel, and value customer service and doing the right thing, EAGLE may be the company for you.

Salary: $400 - $800 per day