Senior Auditor, BRCGS Food Safety

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

📋 Description

• Conduct third-party audits in accordance with SGS Certification protocols and relevant standards, including FSSC 22000, SQF, and BRC.

• Gather and evaluate comprehensive information to deliver certification recommendations.

• Execute certification audits following SGS global/local procedures and sector-specific schemes and standards.

• Assess audit evidence to decide whether registration should be recommended or allowed to continue.

• Comprehend, utilize, and operate the SGS Certification System in all auditing endeavors.

• Collaborate with audit teams throughout the auditing process.

• Ensure customers receive a thorough audit experience that encompasses SGS’s accredited certification activities.

• Aid in the training of other Auditors and Senior Auditors during scheduled audits or other training sessions.

• Participate in witness audits conducted by SGS or accreditation bodies.

• Maintain all credentials related to audits.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Manager of Certification Audit or the Manager of Technical Accreditation.

• Comply with internal standards, policies, and procedures.

⛳️ Requirements

• A degree or diploma in Food Science, Biological Sciences, or a related field.

• At least 5 years of relevant industry experience, including a minimum of 2 years in Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) or production.

• Successful completion of Lead Auditor training (minimum of 3 days) based on ISO 19011.

• HACCP training (minimum of 2 days).

• A minimum of 2 hours of training each on food fraud and food defense, or PCQI human food training.

• Scheme-specific training, such as BRCGS Food Safety Issue 9 training, including at least a 2-day auditor course.

• Robust background and understanding of the technical applications of the standards.

• Advanced proficiency in English, with a strong preference for knowledge of either Spanish or French.

• Fundamental mathematical skills.

• Basic reasoning abilities and skills.

• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, verbal, written, and presentation skills.

• A proactive approach and excellent organizational skills.

• Capacity to respond effectively in high-pressure situations and make clear, well-founded decisions regarding conformity during audits.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while delivering timely results.

• Integrity, tact, and character in professional conduct.

• Willingness to travel up to 80% of the time by car or plane, including potential international and weekend travel.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Life insurance.

• Employee assistance programs.

• 401(k) plan with company match and immediate vesting upon enrollment.

• Auditor Bonus Plan.

• Access to online training courses.

• Opportunities for virtual and classroom development experiences.

• Tuition reimbursement program.

• Paid time off.

• Family leave.