Food Safety Trainer Auditor

Food Safety Trainer - Auditor

SUMMARY OF POSITION: The Big Y Food Safety Team is expanding and has added another Food Safety Trainer / Food Safety Auditor position. The position is responsible for ensuring that all stores are complying with federal, state and local health regulations. This compliance is achieved by routine store audits, store trainings, and continuous Food Safety improvements and advancements to ensure all customers have a Big Y World Class experience.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Bachelor degree in food science, microbiology, biology, chemistry, behavioral science, or other related science with at least 4 years of related inspection/quality assurance food industry experience.

2. Must have general knowledge of the FDA Food Code, USDA regulations, HACCP principles, PCQI principles, labeling regulations, and experience in regulation or policy creation.

3. 4 years of experience conducting food safety health inspections as a health inspector / government regulator, food safety/sanitation audits, or similar Industry food safety/quality assurance inspections.

4. Possess and use leadership skills to foster Big Y’s culture of caring while living our vision and mission.

5. Willingness to learn and perform other tasks as needed.

6. Must project a clean and professional appearance.

7. Must be a team player with a positive attitude and businesslike conduct.

8. Ability to operate within Company policies, procedures, and standards.

9. Ability to work a flexible schedule in accordance with the needs of the department. This includes some nights, overnights, and some weekends.

10. Have great attention to detail, accuracy, follow-through, and excellent customer service skills (e.g. phone etiquette, listening skills, follow-through, etc.).

11. Ability to learn and utilize computer applications such as Microsoft Outlook, One Drive, One Note, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel along with various app-based systems and programs.

12. Ability to adjust and develop new Food Safety technology

13. Must be 18 years of age.

14. Willingness to travel 85% of the time.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Demonstrate the ability to engage others to maximize the customer experience, by creating a personal connection that benefits our customers and communities, with every product, service and solution we provide.
• Perform several Food Safety Audits at each location annually, evaluating facility conditions and food handling activities consistently, using sound judgment and reasoning based on science and company policy.
• Provide instruction and training through one-on-one and group settings on safe food handling and Big Y Food Safety policies.
• Special projects to support all Company initiatives.
• Create frequent newsletters and other communication materials for distribution to store teams.
• Follow-up and give extra attention & training to departments/managers that do not meet Company expectations.
• Interact with merchandisers/trainers, store employees, the Food Safety department., Facility Maintenance personnel, and vendor teams to resolve potential food safety concerns.
• Contribute to the development of company training programs related to food safety.
• Responsible for maintaining Supplier Vendor Verification / Quality Assurance program.
• Responsible for visiting Food and Beverage Suppliers/Manufacturers.
• Attend some local industry or government seminars.
• Maintain Big Y Food Safety policies; ensure they are clear and compatible with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Be prepared to speak with any federal, state and local health officials concerning Big Y’s Food Safety program.
• Approach issues with the safety of the customer and the company’s mission statement in mind.
• Keep Big Y on a pro-active approach to Food Safety.
• Engage in and encourage continuous improvement through ideas and innovation
• Adhere to all government employment and labor regulations, as well as all Company policies and procedures (e.g., employment laws concerning minors, harassment, discrimination, etc.).
• Adhere to all food safety and sanitation regulations, as well as Company policies and procedures.
• Adhere to all government safety regulations, as well as Company policies and procedures.
• Adhere to all Company loss prevention policies and procedures.
• Complete all training requirements by respective due dates.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $74,800.00 - $104,800.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Food safety: 4 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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