Food Safety Team Leader

Skills:
HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points), GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative), Food safety auditing, Allergen control management, Regulatory compliance (FDA/USDA), ISO 22000 standards, FSSC 22000 Internal Auditor,

Job Description Food Safety Team Leader (FSSC 22000 Internal Auditor Certified)

LN Goenka Agro Foods Pvt Ltd, Vadodara

Position: Food Safety Team Leader

Location: Kurali, Karjan, Vadodara, Gujarat

Reporting To: Quality Head / Plant Head

Qualification: B.Sc./M.Sc. in Food Technology, Microbiology, or related field

Certifications: FSSC 22000 Internal Auditor Certification (Mandatory)

Experience: Minimum 5 years in food safety, audits, and regulatory compliance in the food manufacturing industry

Key Responsibilities

• Food Safety & Compliance Management:
• Lead the Food Safety Team in ensuring compliance with FSSC 22000, FSSAI, USFDA, and BIS requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain the Food Safety Management System (FSMS) as per FSSC 22000 standards.
• Monitor CCPs, PRPs, and OPRPs to ensure food safety compliance.
• Coordinate with different departments (Production, QA/QC, Procurement) for food safety implementation.
• Internal Audits & Certification Compliance:
• Conduct internal audits as per FSSC 22000 standards and prepare reports.
• Ensure timely closure of non-conformities (NCs) identified during audits.
• Prepare the facility for external audits by regulatory bodies (FSSAI, USFDA, GPCB, etc.), customers, and certification agencies.
• Conduct gap assessments and initiate corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Regulatory & Legal Compliance:
• Ensure compliance with FSSAI, USFDA, GFSI, and other applicable food safety laws.
• Maintain updated records and documentation required for regulatory inspections.
• Liaise with government authorities and regulatory bodies for food safety approvals and audits.
• Client & Customer Audits:
• Handle third-party and customer audits, ensuring compliance with buyer specifications and food safety standards.
• Respond to customer queries related to food safety, hygiene, and compliance.
• Implement client-specific food safety requirements into existing systems.
• Training & Awareness:
• Conduct food safety training for employees on HACCP, GMP, GHP, and FSMS.
• Ensure team members are aware of the latest food safety regulations and best practices.
• Foster a strong food safety culture within the organization.
• Documentation & Reporting:
• Maintain and update FSMS documentation, including HACCP plans, SOPs, and audit reports.
• Prepare monthly food safety compliance reports for senior management.
• Ensure proper record-keeping of all audit findings, CAPA, and regulatory updates.
  
  

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of FSSC 22000, HACCP, GMP, GHP, and ISO 22000.

Experience in conducting internal audits and external audit coordination.

Good understanding of FSSAI, USFDA, and other food regulatory requirements.

Excellent documentation and report-writing skills.

Strong leadership and team management abilities.

Effective communication and training skills.

Ability to handle regulatory inspections and client audits.