Supplier Quality Auditor auditing suppliers to ensure compliance with food safety standards at Champion Petfoods. Engaging with partners to implement changes based on audit findings and ensure quality.
Responsibilities
Auditing Champion Petfoods suppliers, co-manufacturers and distributor partners to ensure compliance with Champion’s Supplier Approval, Co Manufacturing Approval, and Distributor Compliance Programs
Working with partners to recommend and implement changes or adjustments based on audit findings
Discussing audit results with constructive feedback
Ensuring partners understand Champion’s business, requirements, and high standards
Performing appropriate risk assessments to ensure suppliers and co-manufacturers can meet quality assurance, food safety and regulatory requirements
Completing verification audits to ensure compliance with Champion Petfoods’ food safety and quality standards
Working with management teams of supplier and co-manufacturer partners to evaluate programs and support development of extensive food safety and quality programs
Providing timely and accurate reviews of supplier and with suppliers and co-manufacturers on corrective actions and closures
Assessing and mitigating any risks to Champion Petfoods when reviewing supplier and co-manufacturer food safety programs
Assisting with the development of the annual audit plan for existing supplier partners
Supporting with distributor compliance verification audits, as required by the business
Managing audit records for supplier, co and distributor partner visits, with monthly reporting on progress and deviations
Liaising with other key departments within Champion to continuously improve Supplier Quality Assurance programs
Supporting efforts of Corporate and Kitchen QA crisis management teams as required
Performing other duties as required.
Requirements
3+ years of experience working in a food manufacturing facility, in a production and/or quality assurance role
Must possess experience conducting and/or assisting with food safety related audits
Possess a bachelor’s degree in food science or related field
Working knowledge of GFSI certification schemes (SQF, BRC, FSSC 22000 etc.)
Experience in internal auditing and / or as a 3rd party auditor
Preventative Control Qualified Individual (PCQI) Certified
Travel within the United States as occasional travel to other countries will be required (will be required to travel a minimum of 50% of the time)
Lead Auditor training relevant to the Food Industry is considered an asset
Proficient use of Microsoft Suite including good working knowledge of excel
Must be highly organized and detail oriented
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Working hours may include extended days and weekends as necessary
Ability to visit manufacturing facilities and conduct presentations & audits as well as work with suppliers to discuss audit findings and suggested actions
HACCP Certification with a thorough and practical knowledge of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points and food manufacturing operations in varied industries
Knowledge of regulatory requirements including FDA, CFIA & EU regulations
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to audiences of varying size, seniority and technical competency with the ability to provide concise and relevant feedback
Ability to assist in the development of new procedures and processes.
Benefits
Competitive Wages that give financial peace of mind
401K or RRSP with company matching
Medical, Dental, Vision and Employee Assistance Programs to meet your individual or family needs
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