Job Description:
The Field Food Safety and Quality Auditor will conduct inspections and audits at assigned supplier locations and determine compliance with findings of inspections and audits.
Compensation/Salary:
DOE
Requirements:
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Minimum of two (2) years related work experience in the fresh produce sector
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Knowledge and work experience with FSMA, HACCP and Good Agricultural Practices
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Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
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Willingness and ability to travel extensively including
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Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and
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Maintain integrity and accuracy of accounting system
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Relocation to Yuma during winter season (October-April)
Responsibilities & Duties:
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Conduct fresh produce food safety inspections/audits at the farm, harvest, and facility level
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Summarize and evaluate inspection/audit findings
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Consistently interpret audit guidelines and score audits
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Communicate findings/results of inspections/audits with supplier leadership
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Report supplier performance to Mann Packing management team
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Develop effective work plans for the completion of assigned inspections/audits within a determined timeframe
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Establish and maintain effective communication with all applicable representatives and maintain strong professional and interpersonal relations with Mann Packing personnel and growers/shipper suppliers
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Perform other duties as requested
Education:
- Associate degree in agriculture, plant science, crop and soil science, food science, food technology or other related scientific areas of study
Ideal Candidate:
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Bachelor degree in agriculture, food safety, or business.
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Multilingual – English and Spanish
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Experience with produce food safety inspections/audits
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Work experience in a related quality function
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Lead Auditor certified
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Relocation to Yuma during winter season (October-April)
