Food Safety Auditor-Full Time

Intertek•Boxborough, MA

13d•Remote

About The Position

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions, is seeking a Food Safety Auditor to join their Business Assurance team. This remote position involves significant travel (up to 85%) across North America and potentially internationally. The auditor will perform assessments against food safety management systems, provide technical training, and prepare detailed reports for clients. The role requires a strong understanding of food safety principles, regulations, and management systems, as well as excellent communication and organizational skills. Intertek's Business Assurance team focuses on providing comprehensive assurance solutions to enhance client success and provide peace of mind.

Requirements

Bachelors of higher-level Food Science Disciplined Degree from an accredited college or university.
Willingness to travel up to 85% of the time, including weekend travel globally.
Ability to work under difficult conditions in diverse cultural and physical environments.
2 years of previous work experience in a food safety, food packaging, food ingredients manufacturing.
Knowledge of USDA/FDA regulations.
Certificate in HACCP Implementation or PCQI.
Knowledge of GFSI standards and certification process.
Knowledge, or general understanding, of various management system standards and guidelines.
Basic technical ability with Microsoft Office 365 products, and various word-processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Valid Driver’s License to visit client sites - Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Self-motivated and reliable with a strong independent work ethic.
Ability to ask questions and present findings.
Strong organization, creativity, and project management skills.
Full commitment to conduct business with the utmost integrity and in full compliance with the law.
Willingness and ability to travel extensively (Primarily domestic travel, some international travel may be needed - typically includes USA+Canada+Mexico).
Comfortable traveling 3 to 5 nights per week.
Must reside in and be able to legally work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Performing assessments in manufacturing and services industries against 1st-Party, 2nd-Party and 3rd-Party food safety management systems.
Conducting food safety audits of client facilities.
Providing technical training to management and employees regarding food safety programs, integrated pest management, operational methods, personnel practices, maintenance for food safety, and cleaning practices.
Preparing written reports for management summarizing observations and recommended corrective actions.
Conducting document reviews and pre-assessments to ensure standard requirements are met and providing feedback.
Preparing and sending Audit Plans to auditees.
Arranging travel plans for audit team members.
Conducting Opening and Closing Meetings, explaining audit objectives, scope, and process.
Conducting audits by interviewing personnel, making observations, inspections, and sampling records.
Liaising with other team members to determine the validity of findings.
Presenting findings to the customer and advising on Intertek requirements for addressing non-conformances.
Assessing corrections, corrective actions/plans, and corresponding evidence.
Preparing the Audit Report.
Reviewing team members' documentation for accuracy and completeness as a Lead Auditor.
Ensuring all required documents are in place for presentation to the Registration Review Team.
Responding to Review Findings.
Other duties as assigned.