Senior Auditor, BRCGS Food Safety

SGS•Remote, REMOTE

11d•$90,000 - $110,000

About The Position

SGS is seeking a Senior Auditor to perform third-party food safety certification audits under applicable standards, such as FSSC 22000, SQF, and BRCGS. The role includes collecting and analyzing audit evidence and information to recommend certification decisions. The position may be located anywhere in the United States and involves travel up to 80% of the time, including possible international travel and weekend travel. The auditor works in accordance with SGS certification procedures, applicable scheme requirements, and internal policies. The role also involves collaborating with audit teams, assisting with auditor training, participating in witness audits, and maintaining audit-related credentials.

Requirements

Degree or diploma in Food Science, Biological Sciences, or a related discipline.
At least 5 years of relevant industry experience, including at least 2 years in Quality, QA/QC, or production.
Successful completion of Lead Auditor training of at least 3 days based on ISO 19011.
HACCP training of at least 2 days, plus at least 2 hours each of food fraud and food defense training, or PCQI human food training and scheme-specific training, such as BRCGS Food Safety Issue 9 training including a minimum 2-day auditor course.
Strong background and knowledge of technical applications of the standards.
Basic mathematical skills and basic reasoning skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal, verbal, written, and presentation skills.
Proactive attitude and excellent organizational skills.
Ability to react effectively in stressful situations and make clear, well-founded decisions regarding conformity during audits.
Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects while delivering results on time.
Ability to act with integrity, tact, and character.
Ability to travel up to 80% of the time, including automobile and airplane travel; some international travel with flight times of 8 or more hours may be required. Weekend travel may be necessary.

Nice To Haves

Advanced proficiency in English and either Spanish or French is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform certification audits in accordance with SGS global and local procedures and applicable sector-specific schemes and standards.
Collect and analyze information and audit evidence to provide certification recommendations.
Determine, based on audit evidence, whether registration should be recommended or allowed to continue.
Understand and apply the SGS Certification System in auditing activities.
Collaborate with auditor teams during audit activities.
Provide customers with audit coverage across SGS-accredited activities.
Assist in training other Auditors and Senior Auditors during planned audits or other training functions.
Participate in witness audits conducted by SGS or accreditation bodies.
Maintain all audit-related credentials.
Undertake other activities as directed by the Manager, Certification Audit or Manager, Technical Accreditation.
Adhere to internal standards, policies, and procedures.