Senior
Food Quality Auditor
Company Description
We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.
Job Description
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Conduct first, second, and third-party audits against applicable food safety standards and certification schemes.
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Evaluate the effectiveness of Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS) implemented by clients.
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Prepare audit plans, checklists, reports, and nonconformity findings.
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Verify corrective actions and follow-up on audit findings.
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Ensure compliance with accreditation and certification body requirements.
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Maintain impartiality, confidentiality, and professional conduct during audits.
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Provide technical input regarding food safety standards and regulatory requirements.
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Support witness audits, internal audits, and auditor calibration activities.
Maintain auditor qualifications and ongoing competency requirements
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Agriculture, Biotechnology, Veterinary Medicine, Microbiology, or a related discipline.
Experience
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Minimum 5-7 years of experience in the food industry, food safety, quality assurance, or auditing.
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Experience with certification bodies is preferred.
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Practical knowledge of food manufacturing, processing, packaging, storage, or distribution operations.
Professional Qualifications
Mandatory:
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FSSC 22000 Lead Auditor certification (IRCA/CQI or equivalent recognized body).
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ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification (IRCA/CQI or equivalent recognized body).
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HACCP certification and practical implementation experience.
Preferred Certifications:
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ISO 14001 Lead Auditor certification (IRCA/CQI or equivalent recognized body).
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ISO 45001 Lead Auditor certification (IRCA/CQI or equivalent recognized body).
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ISO/IEC 17065 awareness or implementation experience.
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ISO/IEC 17021-1 awareness and understanding of certification body requirements.
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BRCGS Food Safety Auditor qualification.
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ISO 19011 Auditing Techniques training.
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Food Fraud and Food Defense training.
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GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) certification.
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PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) certification for FSMA.
Additional Information
Flexibility to travel relatively frequently inside Egypt
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