Food Safety and Compliance Expert

At Ferrara, Ferrero, Fox’s Burton’s, and The Fine Biscuits Company, we’re loved by people of all generations for the joy we bring—and that joy is crafted by our people. Join us and explore a whole world to discover, where your passion will find its place.
Today, Ferrara is the #1 sugar confectioner in the U.S, with global sales in more than 40 countries. Ferrara boasts a passionate team of over 9,000 employees around the world who deliver and create hundreds of iconic and beloved products.
In the U.S., more than 67 million households annually enjoy our popular brands like NERDS®, Brach’s®, Jelly Belly®, SweeTARTS®, Laffy Taffy®, and Trolli®. In Brazil, Dori has become a household name with snacking products that include brands such as Dori, Gomets, Pettiz, and Yogurte 100. And, in France, Carambar & Co have earned generations of loyal customers through the timeless appeal of iconic candy and chocolate brands such as Carambar, Lutti, Krema, Poulain, Vichy and Terry’s.

A privately held company, Ferrara Group is headquartered in Chicago. Ferrara boasts a network of over 30 locations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia Pacific that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and R&D facilities.
Due to the highly interactive nature of this manufacturing position, in-person attendance and flexibility are essential for supporting production schedules, effective communication and collaboration, real-time problem solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives. Schedules may vary and are subject to change.
Want to make an impact?
The Food Safety and Compliance Expert is responsible for designing and advancing the facility’s food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance framework. Acting as the subject matter expert, this role ensures alignment with all applicable food laws and audit standards, provides technical guidance across the organization, and champions continuous improvement to elevate food safety and quality performance.
Ways you will make a difference

Creates and manages the plant

QA/Food Safety technical and compliance system toensurefood safety
Create and maintain programs and policies as needed for full certification according to the Good Manufacturing Practices, HAACP, and applicable GFSI scheme.
Ensures implementation and continuity of all key traceability, inspection,program management, and microbial program metrics.
Completesroot cause analysis for product or plant events
Manages and tracks plant Food Safety training to ensure 100% compliance across all departments
Assists with Food Safety Risk Assessments to ensure conforming plant operations
Overseeall certification programs to ensure compliance against schemes or protocols
Develop and evolveplant Food Safety programs to ensure compliance in anever-changing environment
Workswith Quality and Corporate Food Safety team.
Manages the internal audit program with a cross functional team
Workswith Quality and Food Safety Manager for strategic planning on program and capital needs or changes
Develops, reviews and updatesstandard operating procedures
Ensures adherence to all company policies and procedures.

Skills that will make you successful

Ability to giveclear directions
Demonstrated analytic, problem solving and decision-making skills
Strong organizational skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in hygienic design and practices
Knowledge of manufacturing,sanitation practices, HACCP,FSMA,GMP’sand SSOP’s.
Strong working knowledge of continuous process improvement

Experiences that will support your success

Bachelor’s degree in food science, microbiology, or other relevant degree and substantial experience in quality and food safety
Minimum 7 yearsof related experience
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite
HAACP Certification
ISOFSSC 22000 knowledge preferred

What We Offer
At Ferrara, we’re proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-QR
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