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QIMA

Quality control, auditing, testing, and compliance

FSSC Auditor

Regulatory Compliance & EthicsUpdated on Nov 13
Full-timeCharlotte, NC, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in a related field such as Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Veterinary Medicine, Agronomy, Pharmacy, or Engineering, or equivalent professional experience.
  • Solid experience in food safety (FSMS/HACCP/quality/production) in organizations relevant to Categories C and I.
  • Qualification as an FSSC 22000 lead auditor.
  • Knowledge and practical application of ISO 22000, including risk-based approach, OPRP/CCP, validation/verification, change management, and communication.
  • Knowledge of sector-specific PRPs, including ISO/TS 22002-1 for food manufacturing when applicable.
  • Knowledge of the current FSSC Additional Requirements.
  • Ability to conduct audits independently, with sound judgment and professional demeanor, and strong technical report-writing skills.
  • Availability for frequent regional/national travel and on-site audits.
  • Computer literacy in MS Office/Google Workspace and ability to use management/audit systems.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and execute audit plans, including sampling, process trails, and traceability (mass balance when applicable).
  • Assess compliance with ISO 22000, applicable PRPs, and FSSC Additional Requirements, including food defense, food fraud, allergens, management of outsourced services, environmental monitoring when applicable, and food safety culture.
  • Collect and record evidence, and write nonconformities and observations objectively and in line with scheme requirements.
  • Prepare and review audit reports, certification recommendations, and records in the CB system within required timelines.
  • Evaluate clients' corrective actions, including correction, root cause, and effectiveness, and support internal technical decisions when requested.
  • Comply with impartiality, independence, and confidentiality requirements, and follow CB procedures and ISO/IEC 17021-1 and ISO 22003-1 requirements.
  • Keep qualifications up to date regarding changes to the FSSC scheme, normative documents, and accreditation requirements.

Desired Qualifications

  • Additional auditor qualification or registration (IRCA/Exemplar Global) for ISO 22000/FSSC 22000.
  • Previous experience as a third-party certification auditor in GFSI-recognized schemes.
  • Training in food defense, food fraud, allergen management, traceability/recall, or supplier audits.
  • Experience with complex and/or multi-site audits.

About the Company

QIMA

Quality control, auditing, testing, and compliance

QIMA provides quality control and compliance services to brands, retailers, and importers. It offers inspection, auditing, and testing to ensure product safety, supplier performance, and regulatory compliance across manufacturing facilities worldwide. The services translate into real-time supply chain intelligence that helps clients monitor and improve quality and ESG-related outcomes, with fees-based revenue supported by accreditation from regulatory bodies and international standards. Unlike firms that offer only one aspect of QA, QIMA combines multiple assurance activities with a trusted, accredited framework and simple, client-focused service to give end-to-end visibility and control over supplier performance. The company’s goal is to help clients produce trustworthy products while prioritizing client satisfaction, integrity, and simplicity in operations.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Hong Kong
Founded
2005

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