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Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

Food Safety Auditor

Risk & CompliancePosted on Nov 12
Full-timeAntwerp, Belgium

About the Job

Requirements

  • A higher academic education in a scientific field, such as food technology or biochemistry.
  • Several years of work experience in a quality management function in the food industry; familiarity with the difference between IFS and BRC.
  • A valid driver's license and willingness to travel and work in varied environments.
  • Ability to work independently, take responsibility, and engage with technical dossiers.
  • Communicative and customer-oriented approach, including when explaining audit nonconformities.
  • Accuracy in preparing reports.
  • Ability to switch fluently between Dutch and French.
  • For technical management of biological-sector activities: at least two years of experience in the organic agriculture or food sector, which may include scientific work, consultancy, production/operations, certification, or inspection; familiarity with practical implementation of applicable European and regional regulations on organic production and labeling.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct customer audits, initially accompanying the lead auditor after training and later working independently.
  • Travel from home to the first customer and work at customer sites.
  • Explain audit nonconformities to customers in a calm manner.
  • Convert audit notes into a substantiated audit report.
  • Report directly to the operations manager and review performance with them.
  • For the biological-sector technical-management scope, manage technical aspects of certification activities for organic production and represent SGS to market stakeholders.

About the Company

Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

SGS provides testing, inspection, and certification services to help clients meet regulations, ensure quality and safety, and gain market access. It runs laboratory testing, on-site inspections, and certification against standards, often with training and consulting, across a wide range of industries. The services rely on a global network of laboratories and offices that deliver localized solutions with global expertise. What sets SGS apart is its large global footprint and its emphasis on quality, integrity, risk mitigation, and sustainability, enabling it to serve a diverse set of customers from small businesses to multinationals. The company's goal is to help customers comply with regulations, improve product quality and safety, reduce risk, and boost productivity across markets.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Geneva, Switzerland
Founded
1878

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