Food Safety Regulatory Specialist B

SUMMARY

The Food Safety Regulatory Specialist is responsible for understanding and implementation of the company’s HACCP programs/procedures and any other HACCP supporting programs/procedures or activities. This can and will include observation of HACCP monitors and verifiers performing HACCP checks.

include, but are not limited to the following: (other duties may be assigned)

• Maintainaccuraterecords toassureconsistency of product quality, compliancetoregulatory agency requirements and documentation of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) process.

• Must be able to learn all areas of the HACCP Department.

• Proactively verify andvalidatedocumentation of current food safety programs related to all aspects of the facility Food Safety/Regulatory Compliance programs such as Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), Animal Welfare Program, Sanitation Standard Operation Procedures (SSOP’s), and Sanitation Performance Standards (SPS).

• Maintain an excellent understanding of new and current federal,stateand local regulations that affect food safety requirements associated with manufacturing,processing and packing,distributionetc.,(HACCP, SSOPs, GMP’s).

• Review and scrutinize all aspects of the food safety and quality assurance systems.
  
  Ensure the USDA regulatory requirements are met.

• Assistin the overall accountability of ensuring the food safety and humane handling system documentation are properly written,documented,and posted to ensure regulatory and customer compliance and the production of high quality, safe and wholesome product.

• Assistin plant auditing procedures both internally and from third party associates.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A high school diploma or GED is required. A two year or higher college degree is preferred. One or more years’experience in meat processing, or closely relatedindustryis preferred.

Ability to read and interpret documents in the English language such as safety rules,operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability towriteroutine reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information before groups of customers or employees of the organization. Bilingual skills in Spanish preferred.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee routine works near moving mechanical parts and is exposed to wet,coldand/or humid conditions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually at a level where OSHArequiredhearing protection is required.

The hours and days of work areestablishedby departmental needs and at the discretion of management. Must be available to work A or B shift whenneededor as assigned.

Ihave reviewed this job description in itsentiretyand I confirm that I am able to perform the functions and requirements of this position as describedhereinand explained to me.

• Tech Savvy – Anticipating and adopting innovations in business – building digital and technology applications.

• Decision Quality – Making good andtimelydecisions that keep the organization moving forward.

• Action Oriented – Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.

• Resourcefulness – Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently.

• Manages Conflict – Handling conflict situations effectively.

• Communicates Effectively – Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.