Food safety director job description
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Food safety director requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in food safety director job postings.
Sample food safety director requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in food safety.
- Knowledge of food law and regulations.
- Experience developing food safety plans.
- Proficiency in HACCP principles.
Sample required food safety director soft skills
- Excellent leadership and communication abilities.
- Ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Highly organized with the ability to multitask.
Food safety director job description example 1
The J.M. Smucker Co. food safety director job description
SANITOR
Lawrence, KS
Competitive Starting Pay $18.53
Non-traditional schedule consisting of four 10-hour shifts throughout the week
Some overtime is required
Why Smucker is the Place for You
You deserve a positive and encouraging work environment. One that allows you to deliver your best work while enjoying each day. That is exactly what you will find at Smucker.Inspired by our unique culture, we are determined to support every employee as part of our commitment to be an employer of choice. Highlights include:Comprehensive benefits package effective first day of employment, including: medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan with up to 7% Company match, 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid company holidays plus 4 personal days, Parental leave, Perfect Attendance Bonus, and Annual Holiday BonusEnsuring a collaborative and friendly workplace - an environment you will look forward to coming into each day Your OpportunityAt Smucker, we view our manufacturing operations as the heart of our efforts to deliver food people and pets love. It is foundational to our commitment to provide safe, high-quality products our consumers count on for themselves and their families. With this, we believe passionately in promoting manufacturing as a career. That means ensuring continued growth and development opportunities to help you expand your skills while providing an enjoyable and supportive environment. In this role, you will:Sanitation and janitorial duties in support of the manufacturing of products such as Kibbles ‘n Bits, Gravy Train, and Ol' Roy. Activities include responding to upset sanitation events in the facility as well as performing routine sanitation and janitorial duties Ensure that pest control systems are operating effectively Provide input for addressing environmental food safety concerns of the facility The Right Role For YouAre you motivated by the chance to help provide quality products consumers count on every day? Are you interested in working with a collaborative team to get the job done while learning new skills? If so, you are exactly who we are looking for to join our Company!What we're looking for:High school diploma or equivalent required Experience in a food manufacturing environment and knowledge of process improvement preferred Proven mechanical or electrical aptitude preferred Ability to prioritize work in a fast paced, high speed manufacturing environmentA proven track record of good attendance and consistent performance delivering consistent safety and quality Capability to work well in a team environment and be willing to help solve problems and implement solutions Expectations:Able to operate, perform basic physical activities: climbing, standing, bending, twisting, and moving around stairs, ladders, platforms and various equipment Able to lift objects up to 65 pounds frequently Must be able to effectively read, comprehend, interpret, record, and apply information from documents Qualified candidates may be required to complete an assessment
Learn More About Working at Smucker
Thriving Together Philosophy Our Continued Progress on Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Our Values That Define the Smucker Culture
Lawrence, KS
Competitive Starting Pay $18.53
Non-traditional schedule consisting of four 10-hour shifts throughout the week
Some overtime is required
Why Smucker is the Place for You
You deserve a positive and encouraging work environment. One that allows you to deliver your best work while enjoying each day. That is exactly what you will find at Smucker.Inspired by our unique culture, we are determined to support every employee as part of our commitment to be an employer of choice. Highlights include:Comprehensive benefits package effective first day of employment, including: medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan with up to 7% Company match, 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid company holidays plus 4 personal days, Parental leave, Perfect Attendance Bonus, and Annual Holiday BonusEnsuring a collaborative and friendly workplace - an environment you will look forward to coming into each day Your OpportunityAt Smucker, we view our manufacturing operations as the heart of our efforts to deliver food people and pets love. It is foundational to our commitment to provide safe, high-quality products our consumers count on for themselves and their families. With this, we believe passionately in promoting manufacturing as a career. That means ensuring continued growth and development opportunities to help you expand your skills while providing an enjoyable and supportive environment. In this role, you will:Sanitation and janitorial duties in support of the manufacturing of products such as Kibbles ‘n Bits, Gravy Train, and Ol' Roy. Activities include responding to upset sanitation events in the facility as well as performing routine sanitation and janitorial duties Ensure that pest control systems are operating effectively Provide input for addressing environmental food safety concerns of the facility The Right Role For YouAre you motivated by the chance to help provide quality products consumers count on every day? Are you interested in working with a collaborative team to get the job done while learning new skills? If so, you are exactly who we are looking for to join our Company!What we're looking for:High school diploma or equivalent required Experience in a food manufacturing environment and knowledge of process improvement preferred Proven mechanical or electrical aptitude preferred Ability to prioritize work in a fast paced, high speed manufacturing environmentA proven track record of good attendance and consistent performance delivering consistent safety and quality Capability to work well in a team environment and be willing to help solve problems and implement solutions Expectations:Able to operate, perform basic physical activities: climbing, standing, bending, twisting, and moving around stairs, ladders, platforms and various equipment Able to lift objects up to 65 pounds frequently Must be able to effectively read, comprehend, interpret, record, and apply information from documents Qualified candidates may be required to complete an assessment
Learn More About Working at Smucker
Thriving Together Philosophy Our Continued Progress on Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Our Values That Define the Smucker Culture
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Food safety director job description example 2
Neogen food safety director job description
Come Be Part of a Mission that Matters!
Come Be Part of a Mission that Matters!
WHO IS NEOGEN:
From farm to fork, we offer solutions to enhance the quality, quantity and safety of the global food supply. Our food safety diagnostics are used within farming operations to the production facilities of most of the world's best-known food companies. Neogen's solutions are critical to the health and well-being of our customers' operations - and in turn their consumers. What we do matters!
Neogen's culture combines stability with a deep believe in providing professional and personal growth. Our Pillars of Trust - the principles which guide our everyday decision-making, include Openness, Honesty, Credibility, Respect, and Service. It's the belief in these characteristics that provide a consistent, happy and healthy work environment for our employees.
OUR OPPORTUNITY:Neogen is looking for a Director of Key Accounts within our Food Safety Division.
The Director of Key Account Manager is responsible for driving business growth in a specific list of vital customer accounts in a defined industry segment. They will be required to develop business relationships with buyer influencers, be the lead/ point of contact for all key customer matters, anticipate their needs, align Neogen solutions with customer needs, ensure deadlines are met and help the customers realize organizational objectives specific to food safety. The key account manager will also bring in new business from industry prospects, influence industry standards as well as develop new customer relationships.
Our package includes an excellent base salary plus monthly bonus potential. This position has an established customer base with high growth potential.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Build solid, trusting, and measurable relationships with key customers and companies while developing a complete understanding of key account needs Resolve key customer issues, complaints and anticipate key account improvements Manage communications between key customer and internal teams and manage account team activities assigned to each of your customers Build and plan strategically to improve customer results Negotiate contracts with the customers, conduct regular business reviews with them as well as establish timelines to measure performance Establish and oversee internal budgets with the company and external budgets with the customer Work with Product Managers, members dedicated to the same customer accounts to ensure the highest quality of materials are being produced and customer needs are met Collaborate with the sales team to maximize revenue by up-selling or cross-selling products and/or services Plan and present reports on account progress, goals, and quarterly initiatives to share with team members, stakeholders, for use in future case studies or company training Analyzing customer data to provide measurable customer relationship management including monthly, quarterly and annual reviews. Accurately forecast growth Expand relationships and bring in new customers, prospects, developed pipelines
Qualifications:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; must be a listener, a presenter, and a people-person Strong negotiation skills, with ability follow-through on customer contracts Proven results of delivering customer solutions and meeting sales goals
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals Ability to write routine effective reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of Strategic Accounts or employees of an organization Industry experience in Food SafetyMicrosoft Office proficiency required, especially in Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Experience working with a CRM tool required.
Education and/or Experience: Four-year College degree (preferred), or equivalent work experience.
Travel: Up to 60%
#LI-Remote
WHO IS NEOGEN:
From farm to fork, we offer solutions to enhance the quality, quantity and safety of the global food supply. Our food safety diagnostics are used within farming operations to the production facilities of most of the world's best-known food companies. Neogen's solutions are critical to the health and well-being of our customers' operations - and in turn their consumers. What we do matters!
Neogen's culture combines stability with a deep believe in providing professional and personal growth. Our Pillars of Trust - the principles which guide our everyday decision-making, include Openness, Honesty, Credibility, Respect, and Service. It's the belief in these characteristics that provide a consistent, happy and healthy work environment for our employees.
Come Be Part of a Mission that Matters!
WHO IS NEOGEN:
From farm to fork, we offer solutions to enhance the quality, quantity and safety of the global food supply. Our food safety diagnostics are used within farming operations to the production facilities of most of the world's best-known food companies. Neogen's solutions are critical to the health and well-being of our customers' operations - and in turn their consumers. What we do matters!
Neogen's culture combines stability with a deep believe in providing professional and personal growth. Our Pillars of Trust - the principles which guide our everyday decision-making, include Openness, Honesty, Credibility, Respect, and Service. It's the belief in these characteristics that provide a consistent, happy and healthy work environment for our employees.
OUR OPPORTUNITY:Neogen is looking for a Director of Key Accounts within our Food Safety Division.
The Director of Key Account Manager is responsible for driving business growth in a specific list of vital customer accounts in a defined industry segment. They will be required to develop business relationships with buyer influencers, be the lead/ point of contact for all key customer matters, anticipate their needs, align Neogen solutions with customer needs, ensure deadlines are met and help the customers realize organizational objectives specific to food safety. The key account manager will also bring in new business from industry prospects, influence industry standards as well as develop new customer relationships.
Our package includes an excellent base salary plus monthly bonus potential. This position has an established customer base with high growth potential.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Build solid, trusting, and measurable relationships with key customers and companies while developing a complete understanding of key account needs Resolve key customer issues, complaints and anticipate key account improvements Manage communications between key customer and internal teams and manage account team activities assigned to each of your customers Build and plan strategically to improve customer results Negotiate contracts with the customers, conduct regular business reviews with them as well as establish timelines to measure performance Establish and oversee internal budgets with the company and external budgets with the customer Work with Product Managers, members dedicated to the same customer accounts to ensure the highest quality of materials are being produced and customer needs are met Collaborate with the sales team to maximize revenue by up-selling or cross-selling products and/or services Plan and present reports on account progress, goals, and quarterly initiatives to share with team members, stakeholders, for use in future case studies or company training Analyzing customer data to provide measurable customer relationship management including monthly, quarterly and annual reviews. Accurately forecast growth Expand relationships and bring in new customers, prospects, developed pipelines
Qualifications:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; must be a listener, a presenter, and a people-person Strong negotiation skills, with ability follow-through on customer contracts Proven results of delivering customer solutions and meeting sales goals
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals Ability to write routine effective reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of Strategic Accounts or employees of an organization Industry experience in Food SafetyMicrosoft Office proficiency required, especially in Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Experience working with a CRM tool required.
Education and/or Experience: Four-year College degree (preferred), or equivalent work experience.
Travel: Up to 60%
#LI-Remote
WHO IS NEOGEN:
From farm to fork, we offer solutions to enhance the quality, quantity and safety of the global food supply. Our food safety diagnostics are used within farming operations to the production facilities of most of the world's best-known food companies. Neogen's solutions are critical to the health and well-being of our customers' operations - and in turn their consumers. What we do matters!
Neogen's culture combines stability with a deep believe in providing professional and personal growth. Our Pillars of Trust - the principles which guide our everyday decision-making, include Openness, Honesty, Credibility, Respect, and Service. It's the belief in these characteristics that provide a consistent, happy and healthy work environment for our employees.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024