Summary:
The Food Safety Coordinator is a position within our operations department and will play a vital role for Gem-Pack by supporting our core fresh produce functions. General responsibilities will vary based on need and will include but are not limited to assisting to manage and maintain customer and grower compliance, ensure regulatory requirements are satisfied, data entry/tracking, and more. This individual will work closely with and report to the Director of Food Safety, however, will also collaborate with other team members on an ongoing basis to support Sales and Operations processes. Attention to detail with all responsibilities is crucial. This individual must possess a collaborative nature and be comfortable working in an individual setting, a team setting for many tasks, and communicating confidently with external vendors, growers, and customers. Ideal candidates must be hard-working with a strong work ethic, have the determination to excel in a fast-paced environment, and possess the desire to gain personal and professional growth.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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Assisting to drive the development and delivery of the company's food safety program.
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Support the growth of Gem Pack by supporting sustainability, social responsibility, Organic requirements, and compliance initiatives.
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Responsible for developing, maintaining, and enforcing food safety policies as well as managing the food safety work activities to ensure all processes and regulatory requirements remain satisfied.
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Working collaboratively with cross-functional teams and builds strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
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Maintaining an active role on internal continuous improvement.
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Understand the differences in procedures between growers, or between domestic and international operations/orders and the ability to organize and manage accordingly.
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Utilization of resources to generate effective solutions based on available information.
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May cross-train to perform other duties.
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Support with other operational tasks as needed.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
No
Qualifications:
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Strong communication skills in English and preferably Spanish
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Familiarity and experience working in the produce industry.
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Experience managing a daily workload with several overlapping deadlines and a variety of tasks.
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Quick thinker and problem solver; Ability to take the lead on smaller tactical projects as they relate to larger team initiatives.
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Detail-oriented; Ability to perform repetitive tasks efficiently without error.
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Must be able to work independently but also as a dependable member of the field operations team and interact professionally with other department teams within Gem-Pack.
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Strong organizational skills with complementary proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, ERP systems, and BI.
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Must have the ability to perform routine daily tasks as well as maintain attention to multi-step, long-term projects completed over weeks or months.
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Strong customer service skills that build trust and sustain grower-partner relationships for the long term.
Education:
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BS degree in Food Science, AG business, or relevant field/experience preferred, M.A. a plus.
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Certified in: FSMA FDA Produce Safety Rule, FSMA FDA Preventive Controls Qualified Individual, FSMA FDA Foreign Supplier Verification Program, FSMA FDA Sanitary Transportation HACCP
Experience:
1 to 3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Produce industry experience preferred.
Knowledge and Skills:
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Proven work experience in produce or transportation
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Hands-on experience with ERP and CRM systems (Famous, iTrade, etc.)
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Proficiency with MS Office Suite and MS Excel
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Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
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Excellent communication skills
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Analytical and multitasking skills
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Teamwork and motivational skills
Travel Requirements:
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Reliable vehicle required (Mileage will be reimbursed per company policy rate)
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Frequent travel within California. Possible occasional travel to other states.
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
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Approximately up to 40% of work may involve being in an agricultural environment. 60% of work may be performed in an office environment.
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Ability to stand/walk for multiple hours.
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Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
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