What You'll Do
Lead end-to-end audits under the FSSC 22000 scheme, ensuring alignment with ISO 22000, applicable Prerequisite Programs (PRPs), and additional scheme-specific criteria. Develop comprehensive audit plans, including sampling strategies, process evaluations, and traceability assessments, with mass balance analysis where relevant.
Assess critical food safety components such as allergen controls, environmental monitoring, food defense, food fraud mitigation, and organizational food safety culture. Accurately document evidence, identify non-conformities, and record observations in compliance with certification guidelines.
Prepare, review, and submit audit reports, certification recommendations, and supporting records within defined timelines. Evaluate the adequacy of corrective actions, including root cause analysis and effectiveness verification, to support certification decisions.
Uphold strict impartiality, independence, and confidentiality throughout all audit activities. Follow internal procedures and conform to ISO/IEC 17021-1 and ISO 22003-1 requirements. Maintain current knowledge of FSSC updates, normative changes, and accreditation standards through ongoing professional development.
Requirements
- Valid certification as a Lead Auditor with demonstrated experience in FSSC 22000 audits
- Proven ability to plan and conduct audits covering process walkthroughs, sampling, and traceability
- Strong understanding of ISO 22000, PRPs, and FSSC Additional Requirements
- Experience evaluating food safety culture, environmental monitoring, and service management systems
- Ability to objectively gather and assess evidence and document findings
- Proficiency in writing clear, compliant non-conformity reports and audit summaries
- Commitment to meeting deadlines for reporting and follow-up activities
- Capacity to assess corrective actions for appropriateness and effectiveness
- Adherence to principles of independence, impartiality, and data confidentiality
- Willingness to maintain up-to-date qualifications and stay current with evolving standards
Technical Stack
Standards & Frameworks: ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, PRPs (Prerequisite Programs), ISO/IEC 17021-1, ISO 22003-1