NSF

Retail Food Safety Auditor (Independent Contract) - Peoria or Bloomington, IL

Posted 25 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from NSF

  • Job overview

    The Retail Food Safety Auditor role at NSF involves conducting audits to ensure food safety standards are met, contributing to the mission of protecting human and planet health.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    Daily responsibilities include performing audits for retail clients, summarizing findings, and effectively communicating with clients and management, along with necessary travel.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates must have a degree, at least 2 years of experience in food safety or related operations, and strong communication skills; prior food safety experience is preferred.

  • Work environment and culture

    NSF values diversity and teamwork, emphasizing a collaborative culture that reflects the communities they serve.

  • Company information

    NSF has over 80 years of experience in improving health through science-driven testing, inspection, and certification services across food, water, and life sciences industries.

  • Team overview

    The team at NSF focuses on ensuring product safety and quality across the food, nutrition, and wellness industries, leading in certification and compliance services.

  • Job location and travel

    The position is based in mid-state Illinois, specifically in Bloomington or Peoria, with travel requirements.

Company overview

NSF International is a global public health and safety organization that develops standards, and tests and certifies products for the food, water, health sciences, and consumer goods industries. They generate revenue through certification services, consulting, training, and auditing for regulatory compliance and quality assurance. Founded in 1944 as the National Sanitation Foundation, NSF has a rich history of promoting public health and safety, and it is recognized for its rigorous testing and certification processes that ensure products meet high standards of safety and performance.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to highlight your experience in food safety, emphasizing any relevant auditing or operational roles in the restaurant or grocery sectors, as these are crucial for NSF's Retail Food Safety Auditor position.

  • Showcase your strong communication skills, detailing how you've effectively interacted with clients or teams, as this role requires clear communication with clients and management.

  • Apply through multiple channels, including NSF's corporate site and LinkedIn, to maximize your exposure and increase the likelihood of being noticed for this independent contractor role.

  • Connect with professionals in the food safety or auditing divisions at NSF on LinkedIn to gain insights about the position and the company culture; consider ice breakers like discussing recent food safety trends or asking about their experiences with NSF.

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