Remote Food Safety & Quality Assurance Expert

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 35,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible schedule

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Food Safety and Quality Assurance Specialist for a leading hospitality client. The position is fully remote from South Africa and focuses on implementing HACCP, GMPs, and quality systems to safeguard consumer safety and brand integrity.

You will conduct risk assessments, supplier audits, training, and data analysis, collaborating with product development and operations. A 5+ year background in food safety is required, with HACCP/PCQI certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in food safety or QA in hospitality or food manufacturing.
• In-depth HACCP, GMPs and regulatory knowledge.
• Experience implementing food safety management systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; training capability.
• Proficient with quality management software and virtual tools.
• Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or Chemistry.
• HACCP Manager and PCQI certifications desirable.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain food safety management systems (HACCP, FSSC 22000).
• Conduct risk assessments and audits of processes, suppliers, and facilities.
• Ensure compliance with national and international regulations and standards.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Deliver food safety training to personnel.
• Monitor quality data and identify trends for improvement.
• Review product specs and supplier quality agreements.
• Collaborate with product development and operations to integrate safety.
• Prepare reports on safety and quality performance for management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Training ability

Remote work independence

Virtual collaboration tools

Education

BSc in Food Science

Industrial Microbiology/Chemistry degree

HACCP Manager certification

PCQI certification

Tools

Quality management software

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Remote Food Safety and Quality Assurance Specialist for a leading hospitality client. The position is fully remote from South Africa and focuses on implementing HACCP, GMPs, and quality systems to safeguard consumer safety and brand integrity.

You will conduct risk assessments, supplier audits, training, and data analysis, collaborating with product development and operations. A 5+ year background in food safety is required, with HACCP/PCQI certifications preferred.