LOGISTICS/FOOD SAFETY MANAGER I

Ruler Foods in; Seymour (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Logistics/Food Safety Manager I to ensure compliance with food safety standards. You will lead initiatives for food safety and sanitation across all operations, provide training, and develop programs that maintain high safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in food safety and possess strong communication and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in food science or related field or 3 years of food safety experience required.
• Plan for PCQI, FDQI, HACCP certification within first 9 months.
• Experience with GFSI, USDA, FDA regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures for safety.
• Train site personnel and foster a food safety culture.

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Training skills

Communication skills

Facilitation skills

Education

Associate Degree in food science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

LOGISTICS/FOOD SAFETY MANAGER I (Finance)

Provide food safety leadership to ensure compliance with federal, state, and Kroger food safety and quality standards related to the receiving, storage, and distribution of food and non-food products. Use technical expertise and leadership to assure product safety and quality. Offer training and proactive solutions for sanitation crews, facility management, and hourly associates on food safety and sanitation. Develop procedures, conduct inspections, and coordinate all cleaning functions of the facility and grounds. Uphold the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Minimum requirements:

• Associate Degree in food science or a related field, or 3 years of food safety experience in retail, distribution, or manufacturing
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• If not certified, develop a plan for PCQI, FDQI, HACCP certification within the first 9 months of role
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and reasoning skills
• Strong communication, facilitation, and training skills

Desired qualifications:

• Experience with GFSI
• Experience with USDA, FDA, or State food safety and sanitation inspections, FSMA, HACCP regulations, and Pest Control
• Experience in Food Safety Leadership
• FDA Preventive Controls Training (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual)
• Certification in Seafood HACCP

Responsibilities include:

• Review, develop, and implement policies, procedures, and standards to meet federal regulations and industry best practices in food safety, quality, and sanitation
• Provide leadership and feedback to site personnel responsible for food safety and sanitation, fostering a food safety culture
• Develop and execute continuous improvement projects to enhance food safety, sanitation, and inventory control
• Provide and document food safety and quality training for supply chain personnel
• Build relationships with FDA, USDA, and local agencies
• Maintain GFSI certification of the operation
• Ensure proper receipt, storage, and distribution of safe, quality foods meeting all requirements
• Oversee accuracy of product receiving and resolve discrepancies
• Assist inspectors during audits, addressing any issues promptly
• Supervise and coach direct reports, conducting performance reviews and providing feedback
• Travel independently to other site locations
• Perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation