Quality & Food Safety Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a Quality & Food Safety Specialist responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance and product safety across food distribution operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, and international regulations
• Approve or reject products, suppliers, and shipments based on food safety criteria
• Lead supplier audits and manage HACCP and food safety programs
• Oversee regulatory documentation (COAs, certifications, labeling)
• Act as the technical authority for quality claims and root cause analysis
• Support export processes and international compliance

Requirements:

• Degree in Food Engineering, Microbiology, Nutrition & Dietetics, Food Chemistry, or related fields
• Postgraduate degree or specialization in Quality, Food Safety, or related areas (preferred)
• +5 years of experience in Quality or Food Safety within the food industry, including at least 2 years conducting FDA compliance audits
• Certifications in HACCP (Lead Auditor) and/or PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual – FSMA)
• Strong knowledge of FDA regulations: FSMA and 21 CFR Parts 110, 117, 120, 123
• Experience with audits, product recalls, non-conformities, and supplier management
• Experience with SAP, Database Manager, or equivalent ERP systems
• Bilingual: Spanish and English at a professional level

Location: Miami, Florida, USA
Availability to travel required