SQF Lead Auditor- (Subcontractor)

TUV SUD America; Cincinnati (OH); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A global certification body is seeking an experienced SQF Food Safety Auditor to conduct third-party audits against SQF Food Safety Codes in Ohio. Candidates must have experience in food safety and hold relevant certifications. This subcontractor role offers competitive compensation and requires up to 75% travel within the United States.

Benefits

Subcontractor compensation per audit day

Access to training and technical support

Collaboration with a globally recognized certification body

Qualifications

• Registered as an SQF Food Safety Auditor with the SQFI.
• Minimum of 5 years' full-time experience in food safety or quality assurance.
• Completion of official SQF training courses is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct third-party audits against SQF Food Safety Codes.
• Prepare and submit audit plans and reports.
• Communicate findings to clients professionally.

Skills

SQF Food Safety Auditor certification

Knowledge of HACCP principles

Verbal and written communication skills

Analytical judgment

Education

Education in food science, microbiology, nutrition, or related field

Tools

Audit systems and templates

Job description

At TUV SUD we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are TUV SUD.

Your Tasks

Conduct third-party audits against the appropriate SQF Food Safety Code(s), including modules for food manufacturing, storage/distribution, or packaging.

Ensure audits are performed in accordance with the SQF Code and System Rules (latest edition), ISO/IEC 17065 and ISO/IEC 17021 where applicable, and TUV SUD's internal processes, audit protocols, and accreditation requirements.

Prepare and submit accurate audit plans, reports, nonconformity findings, and objective evidence in a timely manner.

Communicate professionally with clients to explain findings and support understanding of conformity requirements.

Participate in witness audits, calibration, and performance evaluations as required by TUV SUD or accreditation bodies.

Maintain strict impartiality, independence, and confidentiality in all audit assignments.

Your Qualifications

Registered as an SQF Food Safety Auditor (or higher) with the Safe Quality Food Institute (SQFI).

Current and in good standing in the SQFI database, authorized for relevant industry scopes/modules (e.g., food manufacturing, packaging, storage/distribution).

Completion of official SQF training courses required by SQFI, including Auditing SQF Systems from an SQFI Licensed Training Center.

Audit log from the last 3 years documenting food safety audits, including scope, date, duration, role, certification body, and facility type/product category.

Minimum of 5 years' full-time experience in food safety, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, or food processing/manufacturing.

Education in food science, microbiology, nutrition, or a related field (equivalent technical training/professional experience may be accepted).

Additional certifications such as HACCP, PCQI, or GFSI program certifications (e.g., FSSC 22000, BRCGS, GLOBALG.A.P.) are preferred.

Strong knowledge of HACCP principles and regulatory frameworks (FDA, USDA, FSMA).

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong analytical judgment.

Proof of legal authorization to work as an independent contractor in the United States.

What We Offer

Subcontractor compensation per audit day (including planning and reporting).

Clear definition of rates and payment terms in the subcontract agreement.

Access to audit systems, templates, training (as needed), and technical support provided by TUV SUD.

Professional collaboration with a globally recognized certification body.

Additional Information

Willingness to travel up to 75% within the United States; occasional international travel may be required.

This is a subcontractor role.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran

TUV SUD America, Inc. is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, marital status, genetics, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status and those laws, directives, and regulations of Federal, State, and Local governing bodies or agencies. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.