Mission Produce is the global leader in the worldwide avocado business, with additional offerings in mangos. Since 1983, we have invested in people, state-of-the-art technology, and avocado-specific and ripening infrastructure to expertly serve our customers, growers, and partners in over 27 countries. We own and operate four packing facilities in multiple global locations including California, Mexico, and Peru. Our global distribution network includes 16 forward distribution centers in North America, China, Europe and the Netherlands, which promote company expansion into new territories and categories. Throughout our history, we have remained rooted in honesty, respect, and loyalty to provide a year-round supply of high-quality fruit from field to fork.

JOB SUMMARY

Manage food safety within the ranch & packing supply chain. Provide long-term support and guidance on regulatory issues and requirements. Ensure ranch & packing center standards are compliant according to local, state, and federal standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

§ Demonstrate professionalism and a strong commitment, work ethic, and respect for others
§ Demonstrate leadership and management skills
§ Excellent communication and verbal skills
§ Proficient computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
§ Ability to maintain strong relationships with all departments
§ Strong ability to work independently and remain self-motivated
§ Ability to analyze data timely, efficiently, effectively, and multitask projects/assignments
§ Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail
§ Ability to deal with changing objectives, deadlines, and priorities beyond one’s control as needed
§ Ability to remain calm and unemotional in stressful situations
§ Ability and willingness to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, stoop, kneel, crouch, smell, etc., as needed to perform essential tasks
§ Ability to communicate, both oral and written, in English and Spanish (a plus), but not a requirement

§ Additional Qualifications (Not required but a plus)

• Bachelor’s degree in food science or related discipline and a minimum of 3 years of prior work experience in Quality Assurance/Food Safety
• FSMA familiar, especially on the Produce Safety Rule
• HACCP and GAP experience
• Produce background
• Experience with food safety certifications (BRC, Organic, etc.) and USDA/FDA regulations

§ Maintain Food Safety program for Growers and National Facilities.
§ For Facilities:
o Conduct and Maintain Food Safety Prerequisite Programs
o Conduct daily internal assessments
o Identify opportunities to minimize food safety risk through prevention-based programs
o Conduct microbiological testing
o Assist in the collection/maintaining of preparatory documentation for audits and inspections
o Overseeing food safety audits & organic inspections
o Create, and conduct food safety trainings
o Organize and maintain all records pertaining to Food Safety Programs for future audits and inspections
§ For Growers (California Based Representative Only):
o Maintain a uniform program that follows GFSI audit schemes and/or FSMA compliance
o Consult with growers to adhere to regulatory and GFSI standards
o Conduct internal assessments, review or advise on application records, facilitate water sampling, facilitate employee training, train/audit harvest crews, etc.
o Schedule and consult on audits
o Host grower training workshops
o Monitor organic certifications
o Organize certificates and reminders for expirations
o Review audits, follow up on discrepancies, ensure corrective actions are submitted
o Consult all entities on qualifications and procedures
o Look for opportunities for continuous improvement, work with growers to adjust practices/programs for improvement