Job Description:
• Perform third-party audits per SGS Certification procedures and the requirements for standards
• Make relevant decisions concerning the audit process and inform SGS as required to resolve issues outside the audit process
• Collect and analyze sufficient information to provide a recommendation for certification
• Control and performance of auditing activities including planning and the control of other members of audit teams
• Perform social compliance certification audits in conformance with the CSCA standards and ensure duties are performed efficiently
• Remain qualified for social audits and SMETA in line with SEDEX and CSCA requirements
• Provide determination whether registration should be recommended or allowed to continue based on evidence gained during audits
• Assimilate, understand and operate the SGS Certification System in all auditing activities
• Liaise with Product Managers and Technical Accreditation regarding changes to design and implementation
• Responsible for the overall audit team, depending on the assignment
• Control/oversee activities of teams of Auditors during the audit, as needed
• Collaborate with teams of Auditors during auditing activities
• Strive to provide customers with sufficient audit experience covering SGS’s Certification's accredited activities
• Assist in training other Auditors and Senior Auditors during planned audits or training functions
• Actively participate in witness audits by SGS or accreditation bodies
• Maintain all audit-related credentials
• Undertake any other activities as directed by the Manager, Certification Audit CBE or Manager, Technical Accreditation CBE
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in science or food
• APSCA auditors with minimum RA status CSCA is required
• 5+ years’ work experience of proven management function in Food / Agri industry with minimum 2 years' work experience in code of conduct compliance assurance function or safety, environment & quality management system coordination
• Minimum 3 years auditing experience and qualified as lead certification auditor including minimum two years as a social auditor
• Experience in delivering training is preferable
Benefits:
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee wellness programs
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment)
• Employee referral program
• Auditor bonus
• Paid-time off (vacation, sick, company holidays, floating holidays, volunteer time)