Food Safety & Compliance Expert
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Food Safety & Compliance Expert

FERRARA

Job Location : Chicago,IL, USA

Posted on : 2025-08-10T01:19:34Z

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Food Safety & Compliance Expert (Corporate Headquarters Opportunity)

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Work Location: ChicagoDue to the highly interactive and team-based nature of this role, in-person attendance for most of the workweek (i.e., 3 days or more) is essential for: effective communication including during in-person meetings, strong supervision, real-time problem-solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives.Want to make an impact?Amazing opportunity at our beautiful corporate headquarters in the Old Post Office in Chicago. Conveniently located to train lines with beautiful amenities. The Food Safety & Compliance Expert works with the Food Safety Director to design, implement, and manage corporate food safety programs for ingredients and packaging. The Food Safety & Compliance Expert works with the Regulatory team to ensure compliance with applicable international regulations for ingredients, finished products, and food-contact packaging materials.Ways you will make a differenceTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Conducts risk assessments for all new ingredients, products, processes and packaging intended for sale in internatinal markets. Reviews existing product formulas for compliance with international food safety regulations. Develops and manages Ferrara corporate food safety compliance programs including ongoing monitoring of the Chemical Contaminants Surveillance program and Food Safety Packaging Compliance program. Keeps abreast of emerging international issues and regulations in food safety and effectively communicates to relevant cross-functional stakeholders. Escalates to the food safety and regulatory directors all deviations in compliance related to global ingredients and packaging. Ensures implementation of global food safety programs, monitors and trends food safety Key Performance Indicators (KPI) for compliance and process effectiveness. Serves as subject matter expert for food safety during roll-out of all PLM projects, updates, and enhancements. Leads quarterly share-out of global regulatory compliance updates with regulatory partners. Perform other duties that may be deemed necessary and assigned by the Good Safety Director.Skills that will make you successfulThe requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. HACCP certified for both food and packaging PCQI certified In-depth knowledge of international laws and regulations related to ingredients and packaging materials Proven food safety technical experience in food manufacturing Demonstrates strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills Strong organization skillsStrong communications skills, both written and verbal, to effectively implement and facilitate adherence to new programsExperiences that will support your success Bachelor's degree in food science, microbiology, or other relevant degree Master's degree preferred Minimum 5 Years Of Experience In Food Safety Proficiency in HACCP and FSMA Strong knowledge of manufacturing and quality practices Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Bilingual/Spanish Speaking a plusWhat We OfferAt Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at CompensationThe salary range for this position is $80,325 to $112,455 annually.

Seniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionManagement and Manufacturing
  • IndustriesManufacturing

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