Food Safety Coordinator

On behalf of specialty produce grower, shipper and packer, we are conducting a search and accepting resumes for immediate consideration for those who would be interested in joining this industry leader’s Food Safety team!  This is a full-time (direct hire) opportunity offering a competitive salary and benefits including health, dental, vision insurance coverage, retirement plan, paid vacation, and more!

Note: This position will be based in Salinas, CA, however, will require travel/relocation to Yuma, AZ for the winter season (approximate mid November through mid  April).

Responsibilities and duties to include but are not limited to the following:

• Adheres to all company Safety and Food Safety rules and regulations.
• Keeps up to date on state/federal requirements (FDA, USDA, CDHS, NOP, etc.) and pest control measures. Completes and files all required reports and documentation.
• Arranges and participates in Ranch audits with both buyers and third parties.
• Assists with audits of various Food Safety program elements for effectiveness, identifies issues and develops corrective action plans.
• Continually performs and records Food Safety Meetings. Participates in ongoing Food Safety training.
• Schedules and performs all food safety tests and inspections.
• Maintains Trace Back and Recall systems.
• Investigates all Food Safety related crop rejections; recommends and/or coordinates corrective actions.
• Implements Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HAACP) as directed by Director of Food Safety.
• Procures permits as necessary.
• Monitors and maintains Ag Water Waiver Program.
• Maintains annual Monterey County Health Dept. Hazardous Material Inventory Forms and Business Response Plans.
• Maintains annual MCWRA Well Extraction & Conservation Reports.
• Keeps up to date on overall activities of the team, identifying problem areas and taking corrective actions.
• Implements and regulates pesticide reporting for company applied chemicals.
• Assists with related special projects and performs other duties as assigned by manager.

The above reflects the essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Successful candidate will have the experience and ability to perform the above listed responsibilities as well as possess the following skills:

• Minimum of two to three years related experience in food safety and/or quality.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Computer proficient with knowledge of MS Office programs.  Famous software a plus.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.
• Ability to understand any and all safety requirements and cautions.
• Knowledge of all aspects of agriculture procedures and positions.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) language skills required.
• Must possess a valid Class C driver’s license with clean driving record.  Must be insurable.
• Reasonable training, education and/or certifications in Food Safety or relevant education.

AGFORCE, a Proformance Talent Group company, is authorized to source, prequalify and introduce candidates to its client for the above-noted full-time position.  Interested parties should submit resumes in MS Word or text format (not PDF, please) to

careers@projobs4u.com

with position title listed in subject line. Please include anticipated compensation when submitting. All inquiries are confidential and resumes will not be shared without candidate's permission.  We thank you in advance for your consideration.