SQF Practitioner

Company Background Alamance Foods, Inc. (AFI) is a leading supplier of whipped dairy products in the United States. We produce, package, and ship private-label products customized to meet our customers’ specific needs. AFI is an innovative organization with proven experience in developing new products that redefine what’s possible in the food and beverage manufacturing industry.

Position Overview The SQF Practitioner supports the facility’s food safety and quality programs in alignment with Safe Quality Food (SQF) standards, regulatory requirements, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). This role works closely with the Quality Assurance Manager and cross-functional teams to ensure the facility maintains compliance with SQF Code requirements and food safety standards.

The SQF Practitioner assists with documentation review, audit preparation, corrective actions, and monitoring of food safety practices throughout the facility.

Key Responsibilities Food Safety & SQF Program Support Verify and sign off on daily food safety and quality documentation for the facility

Review and approve Certificates of Analysis (COAs) to ensure compliance with product specifications

Assist the Quality Assurance Manager with food safety investigations and corrective actions

Support the implementation and maintenance of the SQF Food Safety Program Audits & Compliance Assist with internal audits to verify compliance with SQF standards and internal food safety procedures

Support preparation for regulatory, customer, and third-party food safety audits

Maintain documentation required for food safety compliance and audit readiness

Assist with North Carolina Department of Agriculture (NCDA) visits and required documentation

Food Safety Monitoring Monitor and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) throughout the facility

Identify and escalate food safety risks or non-compliance issues to leadership

Support food safety initiatives and maintain accurate food safety documentation

Notify leadership of any food safety or compliance concerns impacting the facility

Continuous Improvement Work collaboratively with operations and quality teams to support food safety compliance

Provide guidance to employees regarding GMPs, food safety standards, and SQF program expectations

Assist with maintaining quality and food safety documentation systems

Support ongoing food safety training and awareness across the facility

RequiredPCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) Certification Experience working in a food manufacturing environment

Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy

Ability to work cross-functionally with quality, production, and leadership teams

PreferredSQF Practitioner Certification (or ability to obtain after hire)
Experience working with SQF food safety systems

Experience using Trace Gains or similar supplier management systems

Experience supporting regulatory or third-party food safety audits

Skills & Competencies Strong understanding of food safety compliance and regulatory expectations

Strong organizational and documentation management skills

Effective communication and collaboration across departments

Ability to identify food safety risks and escalate appropriately

Commitment to maintaining a strong food safety culture

Work Environment This position operates within a food manufacturing environment and may require time spent on the production floor. Employees must follow all food safety, GMP, and safety procedures while performing job duties.

The role may require standing, walking, or working within production areas to verify compliance and support food safety initiatives.

Equal Opportunity & Employment Eligibility Alamance Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, color, creed, religion, disability, gender, ethnic or national origin, or veteran status. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities upon request. Employment Eligibility:
Alamance Foods participates in the federal E-Verify program. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of Form I-9 and verification of authorization to work in the United States.