food safety manager

MODERN BAKERY L.L.C DUBAI

Job Responsibilities of Quality Assurance ManagerQuality Assurance Manager is responsible for the following:1. Ensuring that he &amp; his team are aware about all established procedures and programs for the facility.2. Ensuring his awareness about the existing International &amp; Local standards and implementing wherever required in the facility.3. Investigating the possibility of non-conformities at any of the processing steps in case of any complaints.4. Verifying the &ldquo;production areas&rdquo; for the implementation of established procedures and ensure production to be under hygienic and controlled conditions.5. Planning &amp; conducting Internal Audits as per the set standards.6. Conducting the major raw material supplier audits (local).7. Responsible for handling the third party and customer audits as per the requirements and preparing the corrective action reports.8. Conducting the Basic Food Hygiene and Essential Food Safety Training for Dubai and Abu Dhabi Food Handlers.9. Verifying records for the established procedures to ensure the production to be safe and under hygienic/ controlled conditions.10. Ensuring the personal hygiene of staff as per GMPs Program.11. Ensuring of cleaning and sanitization as per schedules.12. Ensuring the follow-up of Good Manufacturing Practices as per the GMPs Program.13. Ensuring proper safety, cleanliness and hygienic conditions of the Plants, machineries &amp; equipments used in production as per the SSOPs.14. Verifying with Food Safety Team to ensure that they are implementing the OPRPs and CCPs in all the processing steps.15. Assigning the area of work, duty schedules and duty timings for Food Safety Team Members, Hygiene Officers, Record Keepers as well as the Cleaning Staff.16. Ensuring that Food Safety Team is working effectively for the proper implementation of Product quality and safety.17. Ensuring the implementation of KPIs established in each areas.18. Attending the quality and safety complaints of the customers and verifying the corrective actions taken.19. Conducting regular meetings with Food Safety Team Members for any required changes in Food Safety plan for the improvement of the system.20. Reporting any incidents of non-conformities directly to the Senior Manager Production &amp; COO-Bakery.AUTHORITY:Quality Assurance Manager has the authority to initiate necessary actions including punishments to the Food Handlers incase of any violations or deviations in the CCPs, GMPs or SSOPs. He also has the authority to assign the area of work, duty schedules and duty timings for Food Safety Team Members, Hygiene Officers, Record Keepers as well as the Cleaning Staff. He has the authority to initiate any incidents of non- conformities directly to the Senior Manager Production and to the COO &ndash; Bakery. In the absence of Quality Assurance Manager, Food Safety Incharge will be second-in- command.Job Type: Full-timePay: AED10,000.00 - AED16,000.00 per month

Quality Assurance Manager

Marathon Cheese Corporation

<div>
 
 General Summary:
 
 
 This is a high-profile position reporting directly to the Director of QA with a functional reporting line to the Plant Manager and effectively supporting the quality mission. This position will Lead, by example, and support the continuous improvement of food safety and food quality performance at the plant in every aspect of the business. This position will ensure all Quality policies, programs and procedures are effectively developed, implemented, and managed for ingredients, packaging, sanitation, processing, and finished products.
 
 
 This position is the guardian of quality compliance and conformance, the challenger of all functions across the value chain, in support of Operations. This position utilizes quality tools such as auditing, process evaluation, trend analysis, statistical process control, lean six, and CAPA.
 
 
 The responsible individual will facilitate the development of an open and productive culture where people take pride &amp; responsibility in what they do. The responsible individual will continually inform and involve all relevant personnel in the exchange of information necessary to ensure alignment to current and future objectives to meet quality goals.
 
 
 Qualifications:
 
 
 Masters Degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biology or similar scientific discipline, and one to three years of relevant experience; or a Bachelors Degree in a discipline described above, with three to five years of relevant experience.
 
 
 Strong knowledge and understanding of:
 
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 Food Safety and Food Quality auditing, internal and external
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 Preventive controls, including allergen and foreign material controls
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 GMPs, sanitary design, pest control
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 Federal and state food regulations
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 Specifications, including ingredient and packaging, manufacturing and finished goods
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 Analytical equipment and methods in processing quality control, microbiology, chemistry, and organoleptic assessments and evaluations; relevant software applications
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 Relevant applications of food technologies
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 Also key to this position are:
 
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 Strong leadership and mentoring skills
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 Ability to successfully interact with a wide variety of people, and provide excellent service to internal and external customers.
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 Excellent problem solving skills including root cause , corrective action &amp; preventive action
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 Strong written and verbal communication skills
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 Successful supervision of environmental and hygienic microbiological monitoring.
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 Prefer prior successful experiences in:
 
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 Dairy industry and RTE Packaging
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 Preventive Controls Qualified Individual
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 Quality Systems and principles in GFSI- SQF, as SQF Practitioner
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 Good Manufacturing Practices (FDA)
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 Quality Control, such as statistical process control (SPC) and lean six
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 Continuous Improvement, including measurable results from actionable information in process evaluation and trend analysis
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 Internal auditing, third party audits, customer audits, and regulatory inspections
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 SAP, and PC proficiency in Windows-based applications
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 Responsibilities:
 
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 Direct and supervise the Quality team in the plant and laboratory.
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 Ensure plant compliance with all Quality policies, programs and procedures.
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 Manage HACCP and Food Safety Plan development, assessments and validations for new products and processes, including records and file maintenance.
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 Ensure compliance of the audit programs for internal and external audits, i.e. FDA, WDATCP, IDA, GFSI/SQF, USDA, NOP, and customers.
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 In close cooperation with corporate Quality, liaise with Customer Services and Sales and Marketing on complaint investigation and communication, trending and sustaining resolution.
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 Promote Quality awareness and ownership throughout plant operations.
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 Drive improvements and monitor Quality metrics/KPIs at the facility.
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 Evaluate and assist in developing processes, specifications and critical control points in manufacturing for ongoing Quality Assurance of all finished goods.
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 Monitor and assess performance of the quality systems, report its effectiveness to management and implement actions for improvement.
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 Develop and execute training programs that support Food Safety and Food Quality objectives.
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 Apply administrative and record-keeping processes to support the Quality policies, programs and procedures.
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 Manage QA related projects from inception to final reports and implementations.
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 Member of Plant Crisis Management Team, e.g. Recall Team
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 Perform other duties as assigned.
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Kroger

<div>Provide food safety leadership to ensure compliance with federal, state, Kroger food safety, and quality requirements as they relate to the manufacturing, storage, and distribution of food and non-food products. Ensure a clean, safe manufacturing facility and necessary training, development and proactive solutions for lab techs, sanitation crew, facility management and hourly associates on food safety and sanitation programs and processes. Develop procedures, inspect, and coordinate all facility and grounds cleaning and sanitation functions. Support plant safety and environmental sustainability initiatives, as well capital projects and Total Productive Maintenance activities. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.Minimum 
<ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in food science, microbiology, or related field</li><li>
Preventative Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) certification</li><li>
GFIS related program certification; SQF practitioner certified preferred</li><li>
5+ years of food/beverage quality assurance or related lab experience</li><li>
Ability to read, analyze, &amp; interpret scientific/technical journals, financial reports, &amp; legal documents
</li><li>Ability to apply statistical process control concepts.
</li><li>Strong analytical &amp; critical thinking skills (Root Cause Analysis)</li></ul>
Desired 
<ul><li>
Thorough knowledge of food safety &amp; microbiological concepts</li><li>
Plant QA Assistant Manager or QA Supervisory experience</li></ul><ul><li>
Provide strategic leadership in areas of food safety, sanitation, product quality standards and related regulations and oversee management of these areas at all times</li><li>
Serve as liaison for governmental inspections, participate in corporate compliance inspections/audits, &amp; lead effort to maintain audit readiness</li><li>
Maintain plant sanitation through environmental/product testing &amp; physical inspections</li><li>
Ensure Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) are followed &amp; pest control program compliance by leading routine walkthroughs &amp; supporting food safety/quality initiatives</li><li>
Ensure Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point, Hazard Analysis &amp; Risk-based Preventive Controls, Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures, allergen programs, formulations, &amp; finished product consistently meet specification</li><li>
Train &amp; resource Quality Assurance staff
</li><li>Ensure effective annual training of Safe Quality Foods (SQF), GMPs, Food Safety Modernization Act, &amp; Food Safety Programs</li><li>
Prepare/update plant work instructions and verify record keeping is timely and accurate/meets necessary regulations
</li><li>Ensure all records are completed/approved for preventive controls, laboratory, sanitation, production, &amp; verification checks</li><li>
Ensure receiving procedures for incoming/outgoing ingredients adhere to quality/safety standards</li><li>
Investigate consumer comments &amp; support resulting action plans</li><li>
Assist Corporate Food Technology with product development/audits &amp; calculation of raw materials</li><li>
Provide production with continuous improvement support</li><li>
Lead investigations of non-conforming events driving to root cause(s) &amp; effective resolution</li><li>
Manage change control &amp; hold programs to enable risk assessment &amp; decisions</li><li>
Participate in the annual budgeting process &amp; identify key capital projects</li><li>
Perform data analysis to identify trends or find leading indicators to enable proactive decisions</li><li>
Coordinate factory &amp; external lab testing of samples; generate Certificate of Analysis</li><li>
Manage all site analytical &amp; micro activities, ensuring Good Laboratory Practices are followed</li><li>
Provide feedback to suppliers to improve relationships &amp; resolve quality issues</li><li>
Assist management in all Safe Quality Food policies &amp; requirements</li><li>
Support the development, implementation, maintenance, &amp; ongoing improvement of the SQF Systems</li><li>
Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety &amp; Quality Principles</li><li>
Supervise &amp; coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews/provide feedback</li><li>
Ability to work cooperatively in high paced and sometimes stressful environment</li><li>
Ability to manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner</li><li>
Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information</li><li>
Ability to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve customer and business issues</li><li>
Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and/or older adults</li><li>
Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.</li></ul></div>

MFG PLANT SR QUALITY LEADER - GROCERY & BAKERY

Food Lion

<div>Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations 
Job Requisition: 534946 
Address: USA-SC-Hopkins-9013 Garners Ferry Rd
 
Store Code: Store 02584 Front End (7234264)
 
 
Food Lion has been providing an easy, fresh and affordable shopping experience to the communities we serve since 1957. Today, our 82,000 associates serve more than 10 million customers a week across 10 Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic states. 
 
PRIMARY PURPOSE 
 
Support the management and duties of store operations to meet financial and sales goals. Build associate and customer relations and promote a strong culture in support of Food Lion Strategy. Maintain solid communications with the management team, all associates in the store and throughout the organization. 
 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 
 
<ul><li>Manage all Front End operations including Service Center, Self-Checkout and Food Lion To-Go , if applicable</li><li>Hire, train, and develop associates to meet department needs</li><li>Supervise the performance of all duties and responsibilities of department associates; provide ongoing performance management training and conduct timely formal performance appraisals for direct reports</li><li>Provide leadership and motivation within the store to promote a culture reflective of our Brand, Strategy and Culture</li><li>Support the achievement of budgeted financials, operating results and Food Lion To-Go KPIs</li><li>Smile and maintain an atmosphere of enthusiastic customer awareness with primary emphasis on fast, easy, flexible and friendly customer service all while creating a positive shopping experience for customers</li><li>Role model outstanding, friendly customer service and use skills and knowledge to offer solutions that meet or</li></ul>
exceed customers' expectations 
<ul><li>Control store expenses through proper ordering, care for supplies and equipment</li><li>Understand and use company tools such as; financial reports, average cost inventory system (ACIS), scheduling, productivity, ordering (CAO), business information systems, and Food Lion To-Go applications</li><li>Perform duties that ensure department appearance, quality, variety, workplace safety, food safety and department sanitation are consistently maintained</li><li>Ensure Front End schedules, including Food Lion To-Go, are written per standards, to provide extraordinary customer service at all times</li><li>Maintain all Front End registers and equipment, including Food Lion To-Go equipment, and place service calls in an efficient manner which doesn't stall the execution of delivering expected outcomes</li><li>Ensure all Front End cashiers review the weekly sales flyer and understands where to find key items and communicates unanticipated out of stock conditions</li><li>Monitor shrink, ensure inventory, including money and monetary assets, are accounted for; provide coaching for associates to recognize and prevent losses</li><li>Ensure proper control of all store funds and company assets</li><li>Observe and correct all unsafe conditions that could cause associate or customer accidents</li><li>Record and report all associate and customer accidents in accordance with established Food Lion procedures</li><li>Ensures compliance with local, state and federal regulations</li><li>Adheres to all company guidelines, policies and standard practices</li><li>Maintains security standards</li><li>Successfully complete Computer Based Training (CBT) and Training guide</li><li>Provide recognition of accomplishments and offers constructive counseling when necessary as it relates to achieving customer satisfaction and service while building store sales</li><li>Performs all other duties as assigned</li></ul> 

QUALIFICATIONS 
 
<ul><li>A high school graduate or equivalent preferred</li><li>Ability to lead and manage a team</li><li>Strong understanding of store operations and merchandising techniques preferred</li><li>Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication and customer service skills</li><li>Demonstrated good judgment solving problems, making decisions, handling complaints, arbitrating disputes and resolving grievances</li><li>Ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job</li><li>Ability to use technical information to solve problems</li><li>Must meet minimum age requirements to perform specific job functions</li><li>Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations</li><li>Must be accredited by the National Registry of Food Safety Professionals or similar accrediting organization as a &quot;Certified Food Safety Manager&quot; or will be required to attend company provided training and have the ability to achieve accreditation within the first 90 days of employment; Accreditation must be maintained while employed in a position requiring accreditation</li></ul> 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 
 
<ul><li>Ability to use computers, smart devices, and other communication systems required to perform job functions</li><li>Ability to use hand held computers for orders, mark downs, scan outs, and inventory</li><li>Stand 100% of the time, frequently walking short distances</li><li>Ability to push or pull up to 2000 pounds using a pallet jack or float</li><li>Perform repetitive hand and arm motions</li><li>Bend and lift products weighing up to 15 lbs. continuously, 25 lbs. frequently, and approximately 100 lbs. on occasion</li><li>Be able to handle a variety of substances associated with cleaning and packaging materials, and household cleaners</li><li>Frequent reaching and grasping at waist level: occasionally above shoulder or below waist level</li><li>Meet established volume activity standards for the position</li><li>Tolerate working in extreme hot/cold temperatures for up to 20 minutes at a time</li><li>Have sufficient visual ability to check invoices, dates, and other written documents</li></ul> 
Food Lion provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions) national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or gender expression or any other characteristic protected by law.</div>

FT Manager Customer Service (H)

TASNEE

<div>
 FAHSS &amp; T&Uuml;V Middle East are founded in 1980s, and are subsidiaries of T&Uuml;V NORD in the Middle East. They have over 30 years&rsquo; experience in technical industry and are leading service providers for Inspection, Certification and Auditing, HSE Advisory, Product Certification (International Trade Services), Metrology &amp; Calibration, Food Laboratory Testing and Training &amp; Technical Support.
 
 
 
 Trainer VII, Food Safety and QSHE
 
 
 
 An exciting opportunity is available Trainer VII, Food Safety and QSHE, based in Bahrain who will report directly to Section Head &ndash; Training Services.
 
 
 
 Summary:
 
 
 
 We are seeking for a motivated Trainer VII, Food Safety and QSHE who is responsible for conducting public and in-house training that provides the training needs on Food Safety, QHSE and related topics required the Company, Client, Industry as per the local &amp; International Standards and Guidelines.
 
 
 
 In this role, you will be responsible of:
 
 
 
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 Responsible for complex management systems training activities in Food Safety &amp; QHSE.
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 Develops course/workshop material in line with international standards/guidelines/requirements or specific clients&rsquo; requirements.
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 Oversees evaluation/assessment of trainees through pre/post course assignment to achieve effective scoring towards certification.
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 Demonstrates expert knowledge in legal, regulatory, and varied industry segments and successfully shares that knowledge.
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 Ensures all training records and documentation are maintained correctly to demonstrate compliance to standards and regulations.
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 Ensures that training activities are planned/delivered in a timely and effective manner. Technical Expertise support to sales.
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 Responsible for conducting public/in-house training/workshops based on client requirements, in line with established standards.
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 Maintains current professional knowledge, appropriate training credentials, including relevant registration and certifications.
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 Supports, grooms, and monitors junior trainers as needed by the management.
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 Compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and work instructions as per QHSE, ISO applicable standards and legal/ regulatory requirements.
 
 
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 Minimum Qualification and Experience:
 
 
 
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 Diploma OR bachelor&rsquo;s degree in either microbiology, Veterinary, Engineering, HSE, Science or other relevant fields.
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 Certified in IRCA Course, HABC Courses, Train The Trainer &amp; Level 4 Food Safety &amp;/ HACCP.
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 Certified as ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 &amp; 22000
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 Pre-qualification as Trainer from Municipality
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 3 years&rsquo; experience with Degree or 8 years&rsquo; experience with Diploma is desirable in similar field of Training Akademie Services Provider.
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 Work experience in other recognized similar organizations (added advantage)
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Knowledge &amp; Skills Required:
 
 
 
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 Analysis and Problem Solving
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 Data Gathering, Analysis &amp; Reporting
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 Training Needs Analysis
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 Curriculum Design
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 Instructional Development
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 Training Operations
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 Training Delivery
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 Training Evaluation
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 ISO 9001 (Quality Management)
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 Quality Auditing
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 Managing and Improving Business Processes
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 Presentation skills
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 Effective communication in English (written &amp; oral).
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 Expert knowledge in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, etc.)
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 </ul>
</div>

Trainer VII, Food Safety & QHSE Job

HUNDRED GROUP

The RoleIn this multi-branch operational role, you will be the absolute authority on food hygiene, workplace sanitation, and occupational health and safety (HSE). You will be responsible for implementing advanced HACCP methodologies, preventing operational hazards on the floor and kitchen, and acting as the primary liaison during official government inspections.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Food Safety &amp; HACCP Enforcement: Continuously develop, review, and execute our internal Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) programs across all locations.</li><li>Occupational Health &amp; Safety: Oversee physical branch safety, ensuring Civil Defense compliance, fire safety systems maintenance, first aid readiness, and hazard elimination.</li><li>Regulatory Liaison: Ensure 100% compliance with the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH), Qatar Chamber, and local municipality (Baladiya) laws and regulations.</li><li>Multi-Branch Audits: Conduct rigorous, unannounced health, hygiene, and safety audits across all operational branches. Log non-compliance and drive swift corrective actions.</li><li>Staff Training &amp; Development: Lead continuous on-site training workshops for food handlers, kitchen staff, and baristas to reinforce flawless personal hygiene, chemical handling, and workplace safety protocols.</li></ul>Mandatory Qualifications &amp; Requirements (Non-Negotiable)To be considered for this role, candidates must possess the following local and professional credentials:<ul><li>HACCP Expertise: Must hold a certified HACCP Advanced Level (Level 4) or equivalent credential.</li><li>Local Licensing: Must be a certified Food Safety Officer with a valid Food Handlers Certificate.</li><li>Local Governance: Must be a verified MOPH and Qatar Chamber examination passer.</li><li>Regulatory Knowledge: Authoritative understanding of current Qatar Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards and municipality codes.</li><li>Mobility: Must possess a valid Qatar Driving License (with a vehicle) to actively rotate between multiple branches daily.</li><li>Experience: 3&ndash;5 years of progressive food, health, and safety management experience within multi-unit casual dining, high-end catering, or specialty caf&eacute; groups in the GCC.</li><li>Languages: Excellent technical and professional communication in English (Arabic is a distinct advantage).</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Food Safety Officer (Coffee Shop Experience)

Smithfield Foods

<div>If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.
Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special &ndash; a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact. Apply Now!
THE VALUE YOU&rsquo;LL BRING:
The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.
Are you a strategic and results-driven Food Safety &amp; Quality Assurance leader with experience supporting large-scale operations? At Smithfield Foods, you&rsquo;ll lead FSQA at one of our largest facilities&mdash;ensuring our trusted brands like Smithfield, Eckrich, and Nathan&rsquo;s Famous meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
As Senior Plant FSQA Manager, you&rsquo;ll lead and elevate all food safety and quality programs across a high-volume production environment. From managing complex quality systems and sanitation programs to driving USDA and HACCP compliance, you&rsquo;ll be the key point of accountability for identifying risks, implementing corrective actions, and ensuring product integrity from raw material to finished goods. You&rsquo;ll also mentor and lead a large FSQA team while collaborating closely with both plant and corporate leadership to align on strategy, performance, and continuous improvement.
Your expertise will shape food safety outcomes and uphold customer trust at a national scale. Ready to make a big impact? Join Smithfield and lead with quality at the forefront.
WHAT YOU&rsquo;LL DO:
The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.
<ul><li>Ensure Regulatory Compliance &amp; Verification: You&rsquo;ll oversee all food safety, quality, and regulatory programs to ensure USDA/FDA compliance, accurate documentation, and audit readiness. You&rsquo;ll lead root cause investigations, implement corrective actions, and maintain strong relationships with USDA inspectors.
</li><li>Drive Food Safety &amp; Quality Improvement: You'll work closely with FSQA and Operations teams to prevent HACCP, SSOP, and product or process failures. Through continuous improvement initiatives, you'll develop plans, strengthen process controls, and train staff to uphold high standards.
</li><li>Lead Sanitation Programs: You&rsquo;ll design and manage the facility&rsquo;s sanitation program&mdash;including audits, microbial testing, and performance tracking. When issues arise, you&rsquo;ll take prompt, data-driven action to ensure cleanliness and compliance.
</li><li>Manage SQF Systems: You&rsquo;ll lead the development, maintenance, and reassessment of SQF Food Safety and Quality Plans. You'll ensure the system stays current, compliant, and well-communicated to all relevant team members.
</li><li>Supervise and Develop Your FSQA Team: You&rsquo;ll manage staffing, schedules, performance reviews, and training for FSQA personnel. In the absence of key team members, you&rsquo;ll ensure all responsibilities are covered through cross-training and effective delegation.
</li></ul>WHAT WE&rsquo;RE SEEKING:
To perform this job successfully, an individual 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 to perform the essential functions.
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 8+ years&rsquo; experience in the food industry; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
</li><li>2+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development or project leadership is required.
</li><li>Must have the ability to complete required applicable forms in English, which requires the ability to read and write in English.
</li><li>Technical Knowledge and Regulatory Compliance: Possesses hands-on experience with microbiological testing of meat and poultry products, along with a solid understanding of foodborne pathogens, microbiological and limited chemistry testing. Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of USDA, FSIS, HACCP, and SSOP requirements, and familiarity with QMS systems, SAP, and various database and inventory software tools.
</li><li>Communication and Analytical Skills: Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to address inquiries from regulatory agencies, customers, and internal stakeholders. Skilled in decision-making, problem-solving, and responding to quality and compliance issues in a timely and effective manner. Maintains a high standard of documentation and compliance.
</li><li>Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with professionalism and adaptability.
</li><li>Willingness to travel up to 10% and work extended hours or weekends as needed.
</li></ul>OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT:
<ul><li>USDA/HACCP Certification
</li><li>SQF Certified Expert
</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of quality assurance principles, food science and meat processing, SPC and statistics
</li><li>Bilingual skills are a valuable asset, allowing you to communicate effectively in diverse, multicultural environments and enhance team collaboration.
</li></ul>PHYSICAL DEMANDS &amp; WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
<ul><li>Office and plant setting. The plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.
</li><li>Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area.
</li><li>Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
</li><li>Specific vision includes close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
</li><li>Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
</li></ul>&amp;#xa;&amp;#xa;Relocation Package Available&amp;#xa;&amp;#xa;Yes&amp;#xa;&amp;#xa;
EEO Information
Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.</div>

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