BRC and FSSC Lead Auditor

TÜV Süd

Surveyors

Los Angeles, CA - USA

Senior Specialist / Project Manager

Experteer Overview

In this role you will conduct third-party audits against BRCGS and FSSC 22000 schemes for food-related scopes, ensuring compliance with standards and internal processes. You will prepare audit plans and reports, and clearly communicate findings to clients to support certification. You will participate in witness and calibration activities and uphold impartiality and confidentiality in all assignments. This position offers professional collaboration with a globally recognized certification body and significant travel within the United States.

Compensation / Benefits

Subcontractor compensation per audit day
Rates and payment terms defined in subcontract
Access to audit systems, templates, and training
Professional collaboration with a globally recognized certification body

Responsibilities

Conduct third-party audits against BRCGS and/or FSSC 22000 schemes for food manufacturing, storage/distribution, or packaging
Ensure audits comply with applicable standards (latest editions), ISO/IEC 17065/17021 where applicable, and TÜV SÜD processes
Prepare and submit audit plans, audit reports, nonconformity findings, and objective evidence timely
Communicate audit findings professionally to clients and support understanding of conformity requirements
Participate in witness audits, calibration activities, and performance evaluations as required by TÜV SÜD or accreditation bodies
Maintain strict impartiality, independence, and confidentiality in audit assignments

Key requirements

Qualified and approved as a BRCGS and/or FSSC 22000 Auditor or Lead Auditor per scheme owner and accreditation requirements
Current and in good standing with relevant certification schemes and authorized for applicable scopes (food manufacturing, packaging, storage/distribution)
Successful completion of required BRCGS and/or FSSC 22000 auditor training, including Lead Auditor training where applicable
Audit log from past three years documenting food safety and quality audits (scope, date, duration, role, certification body, facility type/product category)
Minimum of five years of full-time experience in food safety, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, or food processing/manufacturing
Education in food science, microbiology, nutrition, or related field
Additional certifications such as HACCP, PCQI, or other GFSI-recognized programs preferred
Strong knowledge of HACCP principles and applicable regulatory frameworks (FDA, USDA, FSMA)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong analytical judgment
Proof of legal authorization to work as an independent contractor in the United States

strong communication skills analytical judgment independence and integrity HACCP principles BRCGS and FSSC 22000 scheme knowledge ISO/IEC 17065 and ISO/IEC 17021 familiarity

Description

In this role you will conduct third-party audits against BRCGS and FSSC 22000 schemes for food-related scopes, ensuring compliance with stan…

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