Food Safety, GMP Quality Assurance Consultant – Part Time

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in North Carolina, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Perform assessments and audits of operations related to food manufacturing, packaging, warehousing, distribution, and ingredient suppliers.

• Assess adherence to FDA food regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and industry food safety standards.

• Conduct gap analyses in relation to applicable regulations and standards.

• Develop and enhance Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS).

• Review and draft Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), quality protocols, food safety plans, hazard analyses, and preventive control programs.

• Assist clients during FDA inspections, customer audits, certification evaluations, and responses to regulatory inquiries.

• Investigate quality-related incidents, complaints, deviations, nonconformances, and food safety issues.

• Evaluate and analyze Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) for sufficiency, effectiveness, and regulatory compliance.

• Aid in supplier qualification, vendor oversight, and supplier auditing initiatives.

• Deliver training and guidance on GMPs, food safety standards, HACCP, sanitation, documentation practices, and inspection preparedness.

• Generate clear and concise reports, recommendations, and deliverables for clients.

• Stay informed of the latest developments in food safety regulations and industry best practices.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biology, Quality Assurance, or a related field.

• Over 15 years of experience in Quality Assurance, Food Safety, or Regulatory Compliance within food, beverage, dietary supplement, ingredient, or consumer product manufacturing.

• In-depth knowledge of FDA Food Regulations, FSMA 21 CFR Part 117, HACCP Principles, GMP Requirements, and Food Safety Management Systems.

• Proven experience in conducting internal, supplier, contract manufacturer, and third-party audits.

• Familiarity with implementing and sustaining GFSI-recognized programs (SQF, BRCGS, FSSC 22000, or equivalent).

• Strong grasp of risk assessment, root cause analysis, CAPA development, and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Demonstrated experience in supporting regulatory inspections and certification audits.

• Exceptional technical writing, communication, and client interaction skills.

• Capability to work independently and manage multiple client projects concurrently.

• HACCP or Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) certification is preferred.

• Lead Auditor certification (SQF, BRCGS, ISO 22000, or equivalent) is preferred.

• Willingness and ability to travel as needed (domestic U.S. and occasional international travel).

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance.

• 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match).

• Paid time off for holidays, sick days, and vacation.

• Wellness program.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Employee Assistance program.

• Parental leave.