Food Safety Assistant

Nature Fresh Farms Inc•Laredo, TX

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Nature Fresh Farms is seeking a full-time, permanent Food Safety Assistant for their Regulatory Affairs & ESG Department at their Laredo, TX facility. This role is crucial in maintaining the company's Food Safety Program and enhancing its Food Safety Culture. The company is a leading vertically integrated greenhouse-grown produce provider, committed to innovation, conservation, sustainability, and creating a more inclusive world.

Requirements

1 or more years of proven experience in the agricultural/produce industry and/or food safety field.
Proficiency in working with computers and software programs, specifically ERP, KPI Portals, and Microsoft Office, more specifically Excel and Nav.
Strong attention to detail for accurate data entry and record-keeping.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in a professional work environment.
Ability to maintain respectful relationships at all levels within and outside the organization.
Ability to adapt quickly and effectively to the company’s rapid growth, innovation, and ongoing development.
Ability to work with minimal supervision in a team environment as well as some independent work.
Multi-tasking, time management, and prioritizing are essential.
Must be strong with follow through as many tasks could require constant follow-up.
Must hold a valid driver’s license and have access to a personal vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Post-secondary education in Food Safety/Quality Assurance is preferred but not a requirement.
Spanish considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Participate in daily tasks, maintaining the Food Safety Program, and enhancing the Food Safety Culture.
Lead by example in developing the Food Safety Fundamentals, Food Safety Plan, Quality System, and Organic Production/Handling Plan for all Nature Fresh locations.
Facilitate communication for the continuous improvement and maintenance of systems.
Review and evaluate employee training on food safety and organic production/handling.
Perform regular reviews with functional staff to evaluate requirements and proactively identify and resolve compliance deficiencies.
Ensure system verifications, microbiological tests, internal audits, and internal training are completed on time according to the yearly verification schedule.
Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary information and company data.
Comply with all Health and Safety, Food Safety, Bio Security, and Nature Fresh Policies and Procedures.
Monitor internal verification activities at all locations to ensure timely adherence and compliance using an automated verification program.
Support customer, vendor, and agency audits and participate as necessary.
Assist with food safety training, investigations of non-conformances, and development of SOPs.
Take minutes of meetings, file documents, and maintain databases as required.
Conduct product traceability and recall capabilities based on customer specifications, label approvals, and lot control using internal software programs like ERP and Power BI.
Aid in internal quality system policies, procedures, and documents.
Promote food safety procedures in accordance with changing legislative requirements including FDA, USDA, and third-party audits.
This job description highlights the main components but is not inclusive of other activities that may be required.