Control Union Certifications
USA

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Control Union Certifications in the United States for an Agricultural Food Safety Auditor. As an Agricultural Food Safety Auditor you will be responsible for carrying out food safety and sustainability audits on farms and food facilities.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct food safety, sustainability, certification, and customer specific audits primarily in the fresh produce area as well as other food industry areas on farms and in food facilities
  • Ensure customer compliance with established certification standards by examining records, reports, operating practices, and documentation
  • Communicate audit findings by preparing a final report and discuss findings with auditees; prepare reports by collecting, analysing, and summarizing operating information and trends, with a high degree of integrity and quality
  • Demonstrate knowledge and skills in HACCP; must be able to complete HACCP training certification
  • Demonstrate ability to become highly proficient with GFSI auditing requirements.  Must be able to successfully complete GLOBALG.A.P., PrimusGFS and Third-Party Auditor Training.  Other schemes upon request
  • Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
  • Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed, including assistance in developing, implementing, and maintaining certification and audit programs.

Qualifications:

  • BSc/MSc required in food science, agriculture and/or environmental science, or related field
  • Minimum 3 years industry experience in a practical capacity on a farm or in a technical production management role related to food crops, preferably fresh fruits and vegetables required
  • Documented evidence of training or experience in integrated pest management, pesticide handling, fertilizer use, farm equipment, and water quality required
  • In-depth knowledge of agricultural standard systems and certification in the areas of food safety, environmental sustainability and social accountability, particularly for crops required
  • Must be able to travel domestically and internationally, including ability to obtain a passport
  • Driver’s license is necessary
  • Lead Auditor Training /Qualification (e.g., ISO 9001 QMS) desired
  • Knowledge in the areas of livestock and aquaculture an advantage
  • Spanish language fluency an advantage
Contact: 
Aida Bustamante +1 9549002087 or [email protected]
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