Halal Technical Auditor – Approved, Accredited Halal Certification Body

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

📋 Description

• Conduct audits of halal food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic facilities, as well as supply chains and related processes to ensure adherence to relevant halal and quality standards (e.g., OIC/SMIIC, GSO, SJPH, etc.)

• Review documentation, procedures, and practices to confirm compliance with halal certification requirements

• Evaluate the effectiveness of halal management systems (HMS) and pinpoint areas that require enhancement

• Generate comprehensive audit reports that include non-conformities, observations, and suggestions for corrective actions

• Convey audit results to clients and offer advice on achieving and sustaining compliance

• Provide technical support and recommendations to clients for the implementation and enhancement of halal systems

• Confirm that corrective actions have been properly executed to rectify non-conformities

• Ensure that certified organizations continuously comply with relevant standards

• Engage in training and professional development to uphold auditing proficiency

• Collaborate closely with certification body teams, including fellow auditors, technical managers, and certification decision-makers

• Assist in the development and enhancement of audit protocols and certification processes

• Travel to client locations, which may encompass both domestic and international sites, to perform on-site audits

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Pharmacology, Biotechnology, Agriculture, or a related discipline

• Additional certifications in halal auditing (e.g., lead auditor, FSSC 22000, or equivalent) are strongly preferred

• Prior experience as a halal and/or food quality auditor or in the implementation of halal and/or food safety management systems

• Comprehensive knowledge of halal, halal dietary laws, and halal production requirements is essential

• Understanding of halal and food safety standards (e.g., GSO, OIC/SMIIC, ISO 22000, HACCP, BRC, FSSC 22000, etc.)

• Familiarity with halal production processes, supply chain management, and regulatory requirements

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective client interactions

• Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to work autonomously

• Proficient in report writing and documentation practices

• Ethical and impartial, dedicated to upholding the integrity of the certification process

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Capability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

• Willingness to travel frequently to client locations, including remote or rural areas

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible working hours

• Opportunities for professional development

• Training and development initiatives