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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Food Safety Manager to oversee and ensure compliance with food safety regulations and standards within our organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food safety management, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining food safety programs, policies, and procedures to ensure the highest standards of food safety and quality are consistently met.
As a Food Safety Manager, you will play a critical role in protecting public health by ensuring that all food products produced, stored, and distributed by our organization meet or exceed regulatory requirements and industry best practices. You will collaborate closely with production, quality assurance, procurement, and logistics teams to identify potential risks, implement corrective actions, and continuously improve food safety processes.
Your responsibilities will include conducting regular audits and inspections of facilities, equipment, and processes to identify and address potential food safety hazards. You will also be responsible for training and educating employees on food safety practices, hygiene standards, and regulatory requirements. Additionally, you will manage documentation and record-keeping related to food safety programs, ensuring accurate and timely reporting to regulatory agencies and internal stakeholders.
The successful candidate will possess excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to effectively engage and motivate teams to achieve food safety objectives. You must have a thorough understanding of food safety regulations, including HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and FSMA (Food Safety Modernization Act).
You will also be responsible for staying current with industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging food safety issues, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation within our food safety programs. Your role will require strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as you will be expected to investigate and resolve food safety incidents and complaints promptly and effectively.
In this role, you will serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies, customers, and suppliers regarding food safety matters. You will be expected to build and maintain positive relationships with these stakeholders, ensuring transparency and trust in our food safety practices.
We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about food safety and committed to excellence, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on public health and safety.
Responsibilities
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- Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure compliance with food safety standards.
- Train and educate employees on food safety practices and hygiene standards.
- Manage documentation and record-keeping related to food safety compliance.
- Investigate and resolve food safety incidents and complaints promptly.
- Stay current with industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging food safety issues.
- Serve as the primary contact for regulatory agencies, customers, and suppliers regarding food safety.
Requirements
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- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in food safety management or quality assurance.
- Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to conduct audits, inspections, and training sessions effectively.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in documentation, reporting, and record-keeping.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience implementing and managing food safety programs?
- How do you stay updated on changes in food safety regulations and industry best practices?
- Describe a situation where you identified and resolved a significant food safety issue.
- What strategies do you use to effectively train and educate employees on food safety?
- How do you handle communication with regulatory agencies during inspections or audits?
