Technical Evaluator - Organic Certifiers

FoodChain ID Group, Inc; United States; Remote; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

FoodChain ID, Inc. is seeking a Handling Scope Technical Evaluator to support our organic certification program. This remote position evaluates certification applications, organic system plans, and compliance documentation to ensure USDA NOP standards are met.

Experience reviewing Natural Flavors and complex handling operations is desirable; you will communicate findings to clients and collaborate with internal teams on certification issues.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of certification or related regulatory experience.
• Understanding of organic certification standards and review processes.
• Able to manage complex files independently.
• Knowledge of USDA organic standards and handling techniques.
• Excellent communication on the phone and in writing.
• Computer-literate with Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform reviews of applications, organic system plans, and supporting documentation.
• Contact clients to communicate findings, review noncompliances, and resolve issues.
• Provide advanced technical support and assist colleagues with complex topics.
• Maintain recordkeeping systems in line with procedures and accreditation.
• Review and approve site additions, seed/planting stock compliance, product formulations, labels, and inputs.
• Conduct reviews and desk audits, issuing findings to clients.
• Support new business development through program and documentation improvements.
• Participate in training, ACA discussions, and group activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Independent work

Education

Education in agriculture or science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Word

Excel

Teams

SharePoint

Job description

Technical Evaluator (Remote, US)

Position Overview

Organic Certifiers (FoodChain ID) is seeking a Handling Scope Technical Evaluator to support our organic certification program. This role is responsible for evaluating certification applications, organic system plans, and compliance documentation to ensure adherence to USDA National Organic Program (NOP) standards. Experience reviewing Natural Flavors and complex handling operations desired.

Role Overview

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform simple and moderately complex reviews of applications, organic system plans, and supporting documentation for new andrenewingclients. Conductcomprehensive reviews of material provided by clients, inspectors, and internal team members.
• Contact clients to communicate findings, reviewnoncompliances, clarify regulatoryrequirements,and resolve outstanding issues.
• Provide advanced technical support andassistcolleagues in understanding complex certification issues.
• Maintain recordkeeping systemsinaccordancewithinternal procedures and accreditation requirements.
• Review and approve site additions, seed/plantingstock compliance, product formulations, product labels, and inputmaterials.
• Conduct reviews and desk audits, including those requiring higher technical judgment.Issue findings to the client.
• Support new business development through program, quality system, and certification documentation improvement.
• Participate in training and development meetings, contributingto subjectmatterexpertiseasappropriate.
• Participate in ACA discussions and group activities as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience and Competency Expectations:

• 2–4 years of certification or related regulatory experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of organic certification standards and review processes.
• Able to manage complex files independently and contribute to department efficiency and consistency.
• Must have sufficientexpertisein organic production or handling techniques to successfully perform the duties assigned. Sufficientexpertisemust include knowledge of certification to USDA organic standards and evidence of education, training, or professional experience in the fields of agriculture, science, or organic production and handling that relates to assigned duties.
• Excellent communication skills on the phone and inwriting includingthe ability to clearly communicate complex and technical concepts.
• Comfort usinga computerfor multiple hours at a time.
• Competency in Microsoft platform applications: Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint.
• Excellent skills to organize,monitor, and tracknumerousactivities throughout the year.

EEO Statement

FoodChain ID, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our Human Resources Department at [e-mail].