Auditor, Food Safety, GlobalGAP/PrimusGFS/HGAP

. Conduct audits on farms and facilities according to the applicable audit scheme and SCS protocol .

Posted 10/15/2026contractCalifornia • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct audits on farms and facilities according to the applicable audit scheme and SCS protocol
Schedule and confirm audit dates with clients
Prepare and send client audit plans according to protocols
Book travel, hotel, and transportation according to company policy
Conduct audits using applicable checklists, forms, and tools
Maintain positive client relationships and respond to client inquiries and concerns
Submit complete and accurate audit reports within established timelines
Maintain thorough client records
Attend training to maintain qualification to conduct audits and maintain training records
Maintain current knowledge of applicable regulations and standards
Prepare clients for the audit process by sending required audit plans
Assess open agricultural fields, orchards, food handling and storage facilities, and processing or packing operations
Review corrective actions and submit audit reports for review and certification

What you’ll need

Familiarity with the third-party certification process
Strong communication and customer service skills
Well-developed organizational and time management skills
Strong computer skills, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and database systems
Willing to travel up to 75%, mostly overnight travel throughout the U.S.
Verbal proficiency in Spanish desired; must be able to conduct field interviews with agricultural workers and discuss basic agricultural topics
Bachelor’s Degree in Agribusiness Management, Agricultural/Crop Sciences, Food Sciences, Range/Ecosystem Management, Biology or Chemistry
4 years industry experience in a practical capacity on a farm or in a technical production management role related to fresh produce
One-day practical inspection course or Lead Auditor course based on ISO 19011
Accredited minimum 16-hour HACCP training
40-hour Lead Auditor training course
Minimum 8-hour Food Hygiene training covering site management, water quality, fertilizers, equipment, facilities, and personal hygiene
Plant protection, fertilizer and IPM training
Ability to sit and keyboard 6+ hours per day
Ability to speak and listen in person and by phone
Ability to travel to audit sites by plane or car
Ability to stand, walk, and carry up to 20 lbs. of equipment, potentially over steep rough terrain

Comp & perks