The job of the Food Safety Coordinator was established for the purpose/s of assisting in maintaining and coordinating food safety programs and recall programs for fresh fruit and licensing departments. This includes regular communication and interaction with packinghouses, licensees and other Sunkist staff.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

• Maintains database of third party audits. Reviews audit reports for potential compliance issues.
• Assists with customer requests, complaints and other inquiries and maintains customer data sharing websites.
• Assists in mock recalls with packinghouses and customers.
• Coordinates sampling program for MRL compliance program.
• Assists growers and packinghouses with food safety audit preparation, technical questions, and corrective action as needed.
• Maintains the Sunkist licensee sampling program ensuring all licensees send in samples as per schedule; arranges samples to be tested by external laboratory and conducts in-house evaluations.
• Assists with setting up taste panels and generating reports.
• Updates and maintains all product exhibits for licensed products.
• Required to travel short and long distances to include overnight stays.
• Maintains regular and timely attendance.
• Accomplishes department and organization mission and goals by completing related tasks as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Certifications/Licenses, Experiences, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• Bachelor's degree in food science, food technology or similar field; or equivalent. (An Associate's Degree in a related field with a minimum 2 years in a food processing and food operations environment will also be considered)
• Experience in food safety and produce is highly desirable.
• Experience with HACCP programs, preventative controls and produce safety rules is preferred. Holding certificates in all three also preferred.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations related to food production.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to travel to domestic locations.
• Must be proficient in the use of common applications in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Must possess a valid unrestricted CA driver’s License.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form. Bilingual in Spanish highly desirable.

Well what is this job really about?

We are looking for an individual who values hard work, fresh ideas and a commitment to excellence. At Sunkist, we value trust, respect for each other, communication and sharing information, generating ideas and creative solutions, working in teams and developing people to add value.

Behind our history of innovation and commitment to market leadership is a company devoted to providing continued education, excellent benefits and good working conditions. We provide all the resources you need to support your professional development, including:

• A variety of choices for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance
• Health Care and Dependent Care Spending Accounts.
• 401K retirement savings plan, Match+
• Generous paid holiday and vacation benefits
• Internal and external training
• Generous educational assistance
• An open job posting system

DISCLAIMER

This job description indicates in general terms, the type and level of work performed as well as the typical responsibilities of employees in this classification. The duties described are not to be interpreted as being all-inclusive to any specific employee. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Nothing in this job description changes the at-will employment relationship existing between Sunkist and its employees.

Sunkist is an equal opportunity employer. Employment opportunities are open to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, immigration status, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic characteristics, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. AAP/M/F/V/D