Sr. Food Safety Supervisor

Perfetti Van Melle, USA•Loves Park, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Perfetti Van Melle (makers of Mentos, Airheads, Dentyne, Trident and Bubblicious!) is one of the world's largest manufacturers and distributors of confectionery and chewing gum with global brands that are being enjoyed in more than 150 countries worldwide. We’re currently seeking an enthusiastic Food Safety Supervisor, to join our growing team in Rockford, IL. The Food Safety Supervisor will serve as the second-in-command within our Quality Department. This individual will support the Quality Manager in overseeing the food safety and quality systems for our facility, ensuring full compliance with regulatory, customer, and internal standards. The Food Safety Supervisor plays a critical role in implementing, maintaining, and continuously improving programs that safeguard product integrity, with a primary focus on food safety systems and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required: preferably in food science, food safety or a related scientific field
5+ years of experience of managing people and conducting/managing audits in food manufacturing
Knowledge of FDA and OSHA regulations, Food Safety Plans/Standards, CAPA, and GMPs
Knowledge of ISO9001, ISO22000, FSSC22000 requirements
Excellent written, oral, interpersonal, and group communication skills
Computer proficiency (MS Office apps, SAP, SharePoint, etc.)
Demonstrated strengths in team leadership, decision making, analytical and organizational skills
Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to manage difficult and challenging situations
Experience in continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, IL6S)

Responsibilities

Manage programs, including but not limited to, food safety plans, CAPA, developing and executing local compliance policies.
Assist and lead Audits (FSSC, Non-GMO, and internal audits)
Develop and maintain food safety plans
Hosts bi-annual (twice a year) management review
Monitors and communicates compliance related losses to functional areas
Oversees cleaning/sanitation procedures regarding food safety
Owns consumer complaint program
Enhanced knowledge of policies, procedures and programs
Ensuring programs comply to regulatory and company requirements
Collaborates with continuous improvement activities related to food safety
Develop capabilities within the team
Assists in providing budgetary planning information
Supports change management
Review equipment to meet food safety and sanitary design requirements