Lead Auditor

Job Description As a Full Time Food Safety Auditor, you will perform third‑party audits per Eurofins Certification procedures and requirements of one or more applicable standards (BRCGS, SQF). You will also collect and analyze sufficient information to provide a recommendation for certification. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Accreditation/qualification, knowledge, and understanding of federal and state laws as they pertain to food safety and various schemes’ requirements including, but not limited to, BRC, SQF, GRMA and FAMI‑QS. Conduct and implement all components of the audit process including but not limited to managing, planning, travel arrangements, execution, and client follow‑up. Subject to conducting witness audits and being witnessed, surveillance audits, and supervision reviews by accreditation officers and other members of Eurofins, as needed. Maintain accredited auditor status and achieve additional categories and scheme accreditations, as requested. Maintain applicable professional development and training required for audit proficiency. Maintain confidentiality and impartiality in all aspects of work and adhere to all procedures established by Eurofins and its auditing clients. Understand and practice Eurofins quality manual, policy, procedures, and SOPs. Ensure timeliness, consistency, and accuracy in all audits and audit reports, meeting or exceeding 3rd‑party auditor and scheme KPI’s. Attend annual informational meetings and calibration meetings. Apply good practices in all areas of responsibility. Demonstrate and promote the company vision. Show regular punctuality. Conduct all activities in a safe and efficient manner. Qualifications BA or BS degree in a food‑related or bioscience discipline. Minimum 5 years’ experience in food manufacturing. Completed a recognized HACCP training with certificate issued (16 hours, 2 days). Passed a recognized Lead Auditor training (40 hours, 5 days). Knowledge of GFSI. BRC, SQF, GRMA, or FAMI‑QS auditor. Self‑motivated. Ability to work in the U.S. indefinitely without sponsorship. Travel Travels up to 80% of the time – automobile/airplane; some travel may be international with flight time of 8+ hours. Weekend travel may be necessary to meet utilization. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong background and knowledge of technical applications of the standards. Basic mathematical skills. Basic reasoning skills/abilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal, verbal, written, and presentation skills. Proactive attitude and excellent organizational skills. Effectively react in stressful situations and make clear, well‑founded decisions regarding conformity during the audit. Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects while delivering results on time. Act with integrity, tact, and character. Ability to work independently and efficiently. Comfortable planning and executing travel schedules. Must successfully complete a period of supervised training (witness audits) by Eurofins. Additional Information Position is Full‑time, Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m.‑5:00 p.m., with additional hours as needed. Excellent full‑time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options. Life and disability insurance. 401(k) with company match. Paid vacation and holidays. Eurofins USA Consumer Product Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr