AC Goatham & Son
Compliance Officer
AC Goatham & Son, Rochester, New York, United States,
Our growing business has been all about British apples and pears since 1947.
From father to son, every day for over 75 years, our family business is growing. We innovate and change but our values always stay the same. We’re a team who pride ourselves on the Goatham’s way, passionate about growing the very best quality British apples and pears.
An opportunity has arisen for a diligent and experienced individual to join our team in the role of Compliance Officer. The purpose of this role is to support with the implementation and maintaining of food compliance regulations. The post holder will also be responsible for scheduling and conducting food safety audits, along with ensuring both managers and employees are updated on food safety standards.
Responsibilities may include:
Working cross-functionally with stakeholders to establish controls and standards for food safety
Implementing and maintaining food safety related systems and standards for production
Ensuring that processes and practices are in compliance with current legislation and best practices and are aligned with customer specifications
Facilitating and delivering food safety training as per current food safety requirements
Coordinating and facilitating third-party food safety audits; building credible relationships with external audit body contacts.
Reporting the results of safety audits and submitting recommendations for corrective action
Identifying, documenting, reporting and acting upon suggested corrective actions for continuous improvement and compliance
Carrying out routine internal audits and producing reports based on findings to drive improvement
Investigating any customer complaints and ensuring necessary actions are implemented and communicated
Updating key compliance policies and procedures in line with regulations and best practices
Challenging the company’s degree of compliance against customer specific policies and retailer codes of practice
Our perfect Compliance Officer would have:
Demonstrable experience of working in a compliance based role, ideally within the food industry
Proficient experience of Food Safety legislation and knowledge of external audit body frameworks and quality management systems
Experience of site accreditations and customer visits/audits
A well-organised and efficient manner; proactive in approach with a focus on driving improvements
Excellent attention to detail
Highly effective communication skills; can engage with all levels of the business
High proficiency in all MS Office packages
The ability to operate and thrive within a fast-paced environment whilst working well under pressure; prioritises effectively to meet deadlines
The hours you would work:
Monday to Friday, 8.00am-5.00pm (40 hours per week).
What else we can offer you:
28 days holiday including bank holidays (with an opportunity to earn more holiday based on your length of service)
Pension scheme
Fortnightly pay
Learning and development opportunities
Discretionary Christmas bonus
Free onsite parking
Access to free Wi-Fi
Free fresh fruit!
Job Type:
Full-time
Benefits:
Casual dress
On-site parking
Work Location:
In person
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From father to son, every day for over 75 years, our family business is growing. We innovate and change but our values always stay the same. We’re a team who pride ourselves on the Goatham’s way, passionate about growing the very best quality British apples and pears.
An opportunity has arisen for a diligent and experienced individual to join our team in the role of Compliance Officer. The purpose of this role is to support with the implementation and maintaining of food compliance regulations. The post holder will also be responsible for scheduling and conducting food safety audits, along with ensuring both managers and employees are updated on food safety standards.
Responsibilities may include:
Working cross-functionally with stakeholders to establish controls and standards for food safety
Implementing and maintaining food safety related systems and standards for production
Ensuring that processes and practices are in compliance with current legislation and best practices and are aligned with customer specifications
Facilitating and delivering food safety training as per current food safety requirements
Coordinating and facilitating third-party food safety audits; building credible relationships with external audit body contacts.
Reporting the results of safety audits and submitting recommendations for corrective action
Identifying, documenting, reporting and acting upon suggested corrective actions for continuous improvement and compliance
Carrying out routine internal audits and producing reports based on findings to drive improvement
Investigating any customer complaints and ensuring necessary actions are implemented and communicated
Updating key compliance policies and procedures in line with regulations and best practices
Challenging the company’s degree of compliance against customer specific policies and retailer codes of practice
Our perfect Compliance Officer would have:
Demonstrable experience of working in a compliance based role, ideally within the food industry
Proficient experience of Food Safety legislation and knowledge of external audit body frameworks and quality management systems
Experience of site accreditations and customer visits/audits
A well-organised and efficient manner; proactive in approach with a focus on driving improvements
Excellent attention to detail
Highly effective communication skills; can engage with all levels of the business
High proficiency in all MS Office packages
The ability to operate and thrive within a fast-paced environment whilst working well under pressure; prioritises effectively to meet deadlines
The hours you would work:
Monday to Friday, 8.00am-5.00pm (40 hours per week).
What else we can offer you:
28 days holiday including bank holidays (with an opportunity to earn more holiday based on your length of service)
Pension scheme
Fortnightly pay
Learning and development opportunities
Discretionary Christmas bonus
Free onsite parking
Access to free Wi-Fi
Free fresh fruit!
Job Type:
Full-time
Benefits:
Casual dress
On-site parking
Work Location:
In person
#J-18808-Ljbffr