Safety & Food Coordinator
POSITION SUMMARY
This Position is responsible for the execution, monitoring and support of the Food Safety Standards, Food Safety Quality Management System – included all related FSMA Rules applying to the different Chiquita locations. The Safety & Food Coordinator would be responsible for the implementation and monitoring of the workers safety program.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Support the implementation and compliance of the Global Food Safety Initiative standard (GFSI); specifically, for HACCP and BRC Storage and Distribution Centers standard
Support the implementation and compliance of the Safety Management to the different Chiquita locations
Response to customers inquiries and implement any additional requirement as needed
Educate and train Distribution Centers managers and food safety team on FSMA, PCQI, FDA, USDA NOP, HACCP, GMP’s and, BRC storage and distribution standard and expectations
This person would be the key contact for customer enquiries of Chiquita Distribution and storage standard including customer request for letters of guarantee and insurances
Conduct internal audits and monitoring programs to ensure corrective actions and improvement plans are completed
Develop and support the Quality Management Systems (QMS) across own operations and distribution network, and evaluate as needed
Monitor and communicate specification compliance and effectiveness results to business team; follow-up with DCs, ripening centers, distributors for process improvements
Serve as quality and food safety resource and team member for licensees, innovations, research & development, supply management teams and customers
Provide technical expertise, strategic leadership and support to company various facilities on regulatory compliance issues in Safety
Understand any/all potential safety hazards present; take steps to reduce/ mitigate any potential safety hazards
Create synergy and leverage the knowledge, personnel and resources of the Safety department
Build world class safety programs leading to sustainable change in the safety culture
Lead and oversee specific programs to assure regulatory compliance in EHS
Manage the EHS information and reporting, including the generation of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports, their corresponding analysis, and the proposition of improvement actions
Comprehensive understanding of risk assessments of machine guarding and Incident Investigations
Responsible for planning, implementing and overseeing company's employee safety at work
Ensure the company is in compliance and adheres to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) guidelines to reduce work-related injuries
Advising on provisions to minimize safety risks
Developing and enforcing OSH policies to promote occupational health and safety awareness
Directing accident investigation procedures
Collaborate with managers to monitor compliance and identify safety issues
Intervene in unsafe activities or operations
Liaise with and report to official regulatory bodies on OSH matters
Manage and buildup Safety Committees
Passion for safety as demonstrated by a strong commitment to associate safety
Understands safety processes and ability to complete an internal audit/review
Experience in leading and/or participating in safety Incident Investigations
Knowledge of chemical and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) systems management
Ability to develop and effectively deliver safety training
REQUIREMENTS
Over 3 years of experience in certification process, auditing and self-assessment techniques and, food safety & quality systems
Certified in HACCP & BRC
Certified Lead Auditor ISO9001
Certified as a FSMA Qualified Individual (QI)
OSHA regulations and requirements is desirable
Proven Strong experience with ether HACCP, GMP, BRC and/or ISO standard audit systems, including implementation of new standards
Ability to communicate effectively across all levels in the organization
Process Improvement and Problem-solving skills
Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Ability to influence change in areas where there are not direct reporting relationships
Proven experience in performing internal and third-party audits, completing full detailed reports
Must have a strong work ethic, interpersonal communication skills, and the ability to mentor others
Must be able to travel throughout the year regionally and internationally (30% of the full-time activity)
Fluent English is a must; knowledge of Spanish and other European language is a plus
Responsible for planning, implementing and overseeing company's employee safety at work.
Ensure the company is in compliance and adheres to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) guidelines to reduce work-related injuries.
Advising on provisions to minimize safety risks
Developing and enforcing OSH policies to promote occupational health and safety awareness
Directing accident investigation procedures
Collaborate with managers to monitor compliance and identify safety issues
Intervene in unsafe activities or operations
Liaise with and report to official regulatory bodies on OSH matters
EDUCATION
B.S. in Agriculture, Microbiology Biology, Food Safety, Food Science, Internal Auditor or related field