Food Safety Specialist

Job Summary:

The Food Safety/Product Evaluation position is responsible for implementing, auditing, and reviewing the food safety strategy according to Modern Distributors HACCP (FSP) plan as well as owning procedures related to federal/state requirements. This role is a leader for the food safety initiatives company wide. They will support and guide all company production to ensure that food safety and quality standards are met.

To be successful in this role a candidate 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.

Main Responsibilities

• Responsible for overseeing and maintaining the HACCP plan. Including annual program reviews and regulatory reviews for total company
• Performs daily food safety procedures established by the HACCP program at main production facility
• Responsible for resolving all food safety issues
• Maintains third-party audit information for food safety documents.
• Conducts audits at facilities and for external supplier's audits, as needed
• Leads HACCP training for team members in all facilities and Management
• Works with both divisions of Modern Distributors in areas pertaining to food safety.
• Develops SOPs as needed for new production programs or recommends changes to existing programs to facility management
• Maintains Environmental programs (monthly swabbing, recordkeeping); maintains chemical/cleaning program.
• Implements corrective actions for Food Safety deficiencies as needed
• Maintains food safety files and records, FDA Recall Logs
• Owns Pest Control contracted company's service reports and open
• Responsible for implementing and maintaining documentation related to OSHA/FDA regulations for the total company. Documentation must be maintained for at least 2 years.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Research & Development for new Commissary items and packaging
• Meet with Vendors
• Current Product Evaluation (Quality/Packaging/Labeling/Profitability)

Supervisory Responsibilities

The Food Safety Specialist (FSS) has a responsibility to training employees as well as planning, assigning, and directing work that pertains to food safety. The FSS also addresses complaints and resolves problems relating to food safety.

Additional Responsibilities as Needed

• Including, but not limited to:
  • Assisting with Production in the Commissary
  • Assisting with Catering when needed

Education and/or Experience

Preferred bachelor's degree in food science, microbiology, biology, occupational safety or related safety fields.

Experience with a focus on HACCP/Food Safety in food manufacturing is a plus.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries, regulatory agencies, or ability to effectively present information to top management and/or boards of directors.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet software, Spreadsheet software and Microsoft Office Word Processing software.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Preferred candidates hold certifications as a PCQI (Preventative Controls Qualified Individual). If the candidate does not have this certification and is offered the job, they will be required to attend a PCQI course for certification.

Other Skills and Abilities

Must have excellent communication skills. Must be able to work well with others and teach and explain as it relates to food safety. It is also essential that this role maintains a clear understanding of FDA, USDA, and any applicable OSHA regulations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Prolonged hours standing or walking
• Move and lift product or equipment up to 51lbs