Food Safety & QA Supplier Auditor

The Supplier Auditor applies knowledge, technical skills, and expertise to effectively conduct vendor food safety audits to ensure the quality and food safety of Mom’s Meals. This position is responsible for managing the audit program which includes performance of onsite vendor assessments, identification of risks, and timely closure to documented findings. This position works closely with Purchasing personnel to manage vendors within the supply chain.

This position reports directly to the VP of Technical Services.

Salary Range: $79, plus 15% annual bonus

Remote hires will be required to travel to our headquarters in Ankeny, IA (company paid) on their first day for orientation.

At this time, we are NOT considering applicants that require immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc.

• PTO, holiday pay and holiday of choice
• 401(k) match
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Maternity/paternity leave
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flex spending accounts (FSA) – health and dependent

• Schedule and conduct onsite vendor food safety and quality assessments through collaboration with Internal Stakeholders for new potential vendors
• Maintain current supplier approval schedule and conduct re-evaluation audits per the defined frequency
• Thoroughly assess vendor risks as it relates to various product types (i.e., Meat, poultry, egg, dairy, baked goods, fruit/vegetables, food additives/ingredients, etc.) and applicable regulations (i.e. USDA and FDA) and Quality Standards (i.e. SQF, BRC, etc.)
• Write reports and communicate findings in a timely manner to execute prompt closure to identified nonconformances
• Follow up with suppliers on corrective action plans as needed to ensure the appropriate level of action is taken to eliminate nonconformance
• Work with suppliers to improve their overall service level, including compliance to specifications and COA requirements
• Identify, measure, implement and report on continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain program (i.e. Supplier Performance metrics, etc.)
• Further develop and evolve food safety and quality risk assessment criteria and supplier qualification programs, assist with HACCP and Food Safety Plans as needed
• Assist in analyzing complaint data as it relates to raw materials to identify trends and opportunities with vendors to drive continuous improvement
• Assure programs, policies and procedures are compliant and kept current
• Input supplier data within the computerized quality management system to ensure current information is maintained

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Meat Science or similar science degree
• 5+ years’ experience in a quality assurance role in a food manufacturing facility
• Strong technical expertise in auditing skills
• Prior experience auditing food companies
• Knowledge of food safety mitigation processing techniques to reduce microbial, chemical, and foreign material hazards
• Familiarity with various industries such as Dairy, Meat and Poultry, Egg, Seafood, Food Additives
• Excellent knowledge of HACCP & HARPC and experience in implementation of Food Safety Management Plans
• Certification by a recognized HACCP training provider (Meat, Poultry)
• Working knowledge of regulations and guidelines such as FDA and USDA titles 21 and 9 for GMPs and quality programs
• Ability to work autonomously to conduct audits as needed
• Ability to communicate persuasively and passionately about the need for food safety & quality
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office programs
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Strong initiative and ability to work as part of a team; communicate effectively
• Excellent organization, time management and decision-making skills
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Ability to travel up to 75%

• Prior work experience as an auditor within FSSC 22000, SQF or BRC audit schemes or experience working in a certified facility
• Previous experience as a…