What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Safety & Compliance Specialist position at FIFCO USA?
Job Title: Food Safety & Compliance SpecialistStatus: Full TimeLocation: Rochester, NYDepartment: QualityReports to: Quality Systems & Compliance ManagerJob Type: Non-ExemptPosition ObjectiveThe Food Safety & Compliance Specialist will provide support to FIFCO USA quality systems, raw material programs, inspection processes, input data, and prepare reports for company-wide and customers programs - as they related to Quality and food safety.Key ResponsibilitiesLead execution of food safety and compliance audit programs. Help maintain existing policies, procedures, and manuals to stay in full compliance with current internal, 2nd, and 3rd party audit agencies while further developing and revising those documents as regulations and requirements change. Perform GFSI-based document and “on the floor” auditing with detailed action plans outlining root cause, corrective, and preventative action plans as required. Including vendor and contract facilities.Daily food safety and quality-related document review/auditing.Lead traceability and mock recall program.Train internal audit team members.Help lead HACCP program management and development (as needed).Help lead change management responsibilities related to food safety and quality compliance.Work with the Wholesaler Sales & Consumer Affairs team, in conjunction with quality team members, on all food safety-related customer and consumer complaintsReads, writes, and interprets documents in English, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.Reads, analyzes and interprets standard trade journals, financial reports, and legal documents.Responds to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business communityEffectively presents information to top management, employees, managers, vendors, and customers.Works with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.Applies concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical solutions.Defines problems, collects data, establishes facts and draws valid conclusions.Interprets various technical instructions in mathematical or written form and deal with abstract and concrete variations.Exhibits a commitment to support a diverse and inclusive work environmentCore CompetenciesHACCP and preventive controls experienceRegulatory knowledge and compliance – FDA/FSMA, USDA, SQF, GFSI, etc.Audit and inspection managementDocumentation and record keepingQualificationsAssociate’s degreeThree years of related experience or equivalent work experience.Experience in a food/beverage production facility is a plus.Intermediate working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.Statistical knowledge is a plus.HHACCP/HARPC certification. PerksGenerous Benefits with options to fit your lifeBlue4U DiscountsRetirement Options with employer contributions10 paid holidays per yearFlexible schedulingGenerous paid time offTechnology reimbursement optionsCulture of pride and community involvementAnd of course, beer! In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share the base hourly wage for this position is $/hour, not including benefits or potential bonuses. If you are hired at FIFCO USA, your base hourly wage will be determined based on factors such as individual skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition, we also believe in the importance of pay equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. We also offer a generous benefits package, including health insurance!Drug Testing Statement: After a conditional offer of employment, a covered employer may require job applicant to submit a drug test.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetics, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.The Company participates in E-Verify. Please see the attached link e to the federal government’s notice on E-Verify here.ALERT: Fraudulent Online Employment ScamsAlways beware of online scams involving job offers! FIFCO USA does not make employment offers via social media or private messaging. Unfortunately, scammers have tried to collect and steal personal and confidential data by impersonating company employees. To protect yourself, never share your personal information through an insecure source online. FIFCO USA will never request any form of payment or payment information during the employment process. For more information on this topic and helpful fraud prevention tips, please visit the FBI website at fbi.gov.