Halal Technical Auditor – Approved, Accredited Halal Certification Body

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Conduct audits of halal food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic facilities, as well as supply chains and associated processes.

• Review documentation, procedures, and practices to ensure compliance with halal certification standards.

• Evaluate halal management systems and pinpoint areas that could benefit from enhancements.

• Create comprehensive audit reports detailing non-conformities, observations, and recommendations for corrective actions.

• Relay audit findings to clients and offer guidance on compliance matters.

• Deliver technical support and advice for the implementation and enhancement of halal systems.

• Confirm the effective execution of corrective actions.

• Ensure that certified organizations consistently comply with relevant standards.

• Engage in training and ongoing professional development.

• Collaborate with fellow auditors, technical managers, and decision-makers in the certification process.

• Aid in the development and refinement of audit protocols and certification procedures.

• Travel to both domestic and international client locations for on-site audits.

⛳️ Requirements

• Applications are only accepted from candidates residing in the United States.

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

• Additional certifications in halal auditing (such as lead auditor, FSSC 22000, or equivalent) are highly preferred.

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

• Thorough understanding of halal, halal dietary laws, and halal production standards.

• Familiarity with halal and food safety regulations, including GSO, OIC/SMIIC, ISO 22000, HACCP, BRC, and FSSC 22000.

• Knowledge of halal production processes, supply chain management, and regulatory mandates.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for effective client interactions.

• Detail-oriented with the capacity to work independently.

• Proficient in report writing and documentation practices.

• Ethical and unbiased, committed to upholding the integrity of the certification process.

• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.

• Capability to manage multiple projects and adhere to deadlines.

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

• Flexible working hours to align with audit schedules and client requirements.

🏝️ Benefits

• Project-based engagement on a need-to-basis.

• Flexible working hours to adapt to audit schedules and client demands.

• Opportunities for training and professional development to maintain auditing proficiency.

• Freelance/contract engagement format.

• Chance to collaborate with an accredited and approved halal certification body.