SQF Practitioner

Ole Tyme Produce Inc; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

401(k) with Company Match

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Employee product discounts

Short and Long-Term Disability

Pay On-Demand Service

Hospitalization Coverage

Additional Life and AD and D

Cancer Coverage

Legal Coverage

Job summary

Ole Tyme Produce Inc. seeks a qualified SQF Practitioner to lead and continually improve our SQF, HACCP, and related food safety programs. You will promote a strong food safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and support audits.

The role requires certification as SQF Practitioner and PCQI, plus experience in audits, policy development, and staff training. If you are detail‑oriented and collaborative, this is a great fit for St. Charles, MO.

Qualifications

• 27 years of experience in food safety or QA in a related role.
• Certified SQF Practitioner.
• PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) certification.
• Solid knowledge of SQF, HACCP, Food Defense, GMPs, sanitation, allergen control, and regulations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, QA, Food Safety, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain SQF, HACCP, Food Defense, Recall/Recovery, Crisis Management, and other food safety programs.
• Lead SQF certification efforts, including audits and third-party/regulatory audits.
• Conduct inspections, internal audits, risk assessments, and corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain food safety policies, SOPs, SSOPs, and documentation to ensure compliance.
• Provide training and coaching on SQF, HACCP, Food Defense, sanitation, and allergen control.
• Monitor safety data, trends, and corrective actions; report to management.
• Advise Senior Management on food safety performance and improvement opportunities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Training and coaching

Audits and investigations

Education

Certified SQF Practitioner

PCQI certification

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science/Quality Assurance/Food Safety

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

The SQF Practitioner is responsible for developing, implementing, maintaining, and continuously improving the company’s food safety and quality programs in accordance with SQF, HACCP, FDA, and other applicable food safety standards.

Position Summary

The SQF Practitioner is responsible for developing, implementing, maintaining, and continuously improving the company’s food safety and quality programs in accordance with SQF, HACCP, FDA, and other applicable food safety standards. This position serves as a key leader in promoting a strong food safety culture, ensuring regulatory compliance, preparing for audits, and identifying opportunities to improve food safety practices throughout the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the company’s SQF, HACCP, Food Defense, Recall/Recovery, Crisis Management, and other food safety programs.
• Lead SQF certification efforts, including preparation for and coordination of the annual SQF audit and other thirdparty or regulatory audits.
• Conduct inspections, internal audits, risk assessments, and corrective actions to identify and resolve food safety concerns.
• Develop and maintain food safety policies, SOPs, SSOPs, and required documentation to ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
• Provide employee training and coaching on SQF, HACCP, Food Defense, sanitation, allergen control, and other food safety requirements.
• Monitor and analyze food safety data, including temperature records, customer complaints, pest control, sanitation, and corrective actions, identifying trends and recommending improvements.
• Advise Senior Management on food safety performance, compliance requirements, risks, and opportunities for continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Requirements

• 27 years of experience in food safety, quality assurance, or a related food industry role.
• Certified SQF Practitioner required.
• PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) certification required.
• Working knowledge of SQF, HACCP, Food Defense, GMPs, sanitation, allergen control, and food safety regulations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Quality Assurance, Food Safety, or a related field preferred.
• Strong organizational, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to conduct training, audits, investigations, and rootcause analysis.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with employees and leadership at all levels.

New and Improved Benefits Package Includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Ability to purchase our wide array of products at cost as an employee
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Pay On-Demand Service
• Hospitalization Coverage
• Additional Life and AD and D
• Cancer Coverage
• Legal Coverage
• Plus many more voluntary benefits

Salary Is Negotiable Based On Qualifications And Experience.

If you’re ready to work for a company that values your time, your skills, and your future — this is your opportunity!

We are a proud local company located in St. Charles, MO.