Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Food Safety Auditor to join our team. As a key member of our Quality Management System (QMS) department, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the highest standards of food safety across our operations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Assist in the management of the QMS for our grower network and packhouses
* Conduct gap analysis of new standards and implement changes in the QMS
* Manage third-party accreditation and customer audits/visits on all sites
* Assist in the organisation of audit dates with third-party bodies
* Conduct scheduled audits as per risk assessment (farm and packhouse)
* Prepare detailed reports on audit findings
* Revise/Manage Monaghan Technical Standard which sites are audited against
* Support group quality functions in root cause analysis of non-conformities, gaps, risk identified and support in effective close out, corrective and preventative actions
* Manage the group Microbiology & Pesticide Residue testing programs, root cause analyses and improvement initiatives
Requirements:
Qualifications:
* Undertaking or completion of a degree in a related discipline (Food Technology, Food Safety, Nutrition, Agricultural Science)
* Working experience of Food Industry Standards is desirable e.g. BRCGS, Bord Bia, Red Tractor
* Understanding of HACCP Principles (HACCP training desirable)
* Auditing experience
Skills:
* Ability to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders
* Proficient in IT skills
* Resilient and ability to adapt changing circumstances
* Attention to detail
* Ability to work independently, effectively manage multiple activities and meet deadlines
Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* Company pension scheme
* 31 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays)
* Private health insurance
* Healthcare cash plan for day-to-day medical benefits
* Employee assistance program 24/7 support, free and confidential