Technical Specialist I, Seafood COC

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

📋 Description

• Plan and execute onsite assessments of aquaculture operations in accordance with relevant standards.

• Engage with stakeholders to clarify the audit process and document their feedback and concerns.

• Assist in stakeholder engagement activities by recording comments and aiding in follow-up actions.

• Monitor project progress, adjusting priorities as necessary and communicating any risks to timelines or quality.

• Generate and review reports that adhere to ASC and BAP Standard requirements.

• Act as a liaison for clients on routine operational and technical issues, escalating complex matters as needed.

• Communicate effectively with both internal staff and external clients.

• Prepare comprehensive technical audit reports that include calculations, interpretation of testing results, and research findings.

• Draft and submit detailed reports summarizing audit outcomes.

• Review client responses related to non-conformities.

• Maintain professional and technical skills through workshops, publications, networking, and professional societies.

• Assist in the technical interpretation of standards and complex technical issues.

• Conduct technical reviews of reports submitted by staff or contract auditors.

• Participate in both internal and external audit processes.

• Aid in addressing non-conformities.

• Make certification decisions.

• Support training initiatives for program technical staff and contract auditors.

• Represent SCS at trade shows, conferences, symposiums, and technical workshops.

• Collaborate with team members and contribute to the sharing of knowledge.

• Develop technical tools in conjunction with the program manager.

• Work with standards owners to update and create standards, processes, and documentation.

• Contribute to special projects and technical initiatives.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Aquaculture, Biology, Chemistry, Food Science, Environmental Science, Supply Chain, or a related field is required.

• 2-4 years of relevant experience in seafood processing within a Quality Assurance function.

• Fluency in both English and Spanish, with professional experience in verbal and written communication.

• Exceptional time management and project management skills.

• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritization abilities.

• Keen attention to detail, along with a focus on customer service and teamwork.

• Proficient in business software, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and database management tools.

• Demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, and ability to work independently under pressure in a dynamic environment.

• Must have the legal right to work in the US.

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 50% as required.

• Recent experience in third-party auditing of seafood processing, feed, or related standards.

• Proven knowledge of applicable standards and auditing procedures.

• Documentation of successful training to BAP’s SPS Standard or the ASC Feed Standard.

• Completion of a lead auditor training course based on ISO 19011 principles.

🏝️ Benefits

• This role is remote and home-office based.

• Flexible work arrangements are available.

• Travel opportunities include local, domestic, and/or international trips.