Packaging FSQ Auditor

About the Role:Ferrero is anything but ordinary! We have a current opening for a Packaging FSQ Auditor and are actively reviewing applications.Ferrero is a global company that is privately owned by the Ferrero family. The company has grown from the small Italian confectionary shop in Alba, Italy to become the third largest confectionary manufacturer in the world, producing famous market-leading brands such as Nutella, Tic Tac, Ferrero Rocher, and Kinder Joy.With new innovations and exciting expansions plans in place, there has never been a better time to join the Ferrero Group and be extraordinary with us!We are seeking a Packaging Auditor to join an international food company, responsible for auditing and overseeing packaging suppliers across North America. This role focuses on ensuring compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory standards by conducting supplier audits, evaluating performance, and identifying risks within packaging materials and processes. The successful candidate will manage and follow up on non-conformities, ensuring timely corrective and preventive actions, while maintaining strong, collaborative relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. The position requires excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills to drive continuous improvement and uphold high-quality standards for the packaging.Schedule:Monday-Friday, Typical business hoursHybrid- 3 Days in Office, 2 Days RemoteThis role requires the ability to travel 40-50% across North AmericaMain Responsibilities:• Lead packaging manufacturing site audits, including planning, execution, and follow-up activities.• To manage and resolve packaging-related issues (NCs and CAPAs), through close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, to effectively address packaging challengesAbout You:Business Experience:• 8+ years of Packaging experience• Direct experience with Packaging regulations in North America (FDA & CFIA)• Experience in leading packaging audits (auditor certification preferred)Education:• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering or a related field (e.g., Chemical engineer)• Lead Auditor certification in (FSSC, BRC-GS ; SQF)• PCQI CertificationCompetencies:• Capacity to deliver results under minimal supervision• Proactive with strong analytical and critical thinking skills• Availability to travel within USA and Canada• Able to work with diverse teams across different cultures• Ability to work with tight deadlines• Team playerArtificial Intelligence DisclosureAs part of our recruitment process, Ferrero may use artificial intelligence (AI) enabled tools to assist with reviewing candidate applications. These tools are used solely to support recruiters by summarizing application information and identifying potential alignment with job requirements. AI does not independently screen out or select candidates, and it does not replace human judgment. Final decisions regarding candidate progression are always made by Ferrero recruiters and hiring managers.What We Offer:Careers with caring built in - discover our benefits here.The base salary range for this position is $96,000- $154,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time.In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits.About Ferrero:Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.DE&I at Ferrero:Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.Find out more here.Ferrero is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable human rights laws. Ferrero will recruit, hire, train, and promote all persons without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, or history of disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is not able to perform the essential functions of the position even with reasonable accommodations), citizenship, or any other protected characteristic. Ferrero will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise the People & Organization (HR) Representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.