At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and, most importantly, our Associates. In fact, we see a day when each will say, “I can’t live without them.”
Our SpartanNash family of Associates is 20,000 strong, ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists. Each of them plays an integral role in SpartanNash’s People First culture, Operational Excellence and Insights that Drive Solutions. Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now!
Location:
317 W Main Cross St - Findlay, Ohio 45840Job Description:
Position Summary
This role is responsible to support and assist the SpartanNash retail locations to maintain compliance with the food safety and regulatory requirements of the Food Code, USDA/COOL, local, state and federal authorities and that of SpartanNash. Key responsibilities include food safety audits, training, collaboration within SpartanNash and regulatory authorities.
This travel-oriented role will support a region of company-owned retail stores, primarily located in OH.
Here’s What You’ll Do:
Conduct food safety audits that are in alignment with the Food Code, USDA/COOL, regulatory agencies/authorities and SpartanNash requirements on a routine cadence.
Identify potential food safety hazards and areas of non-compliance and provide necessary guidance/support to mitigate risk.
Prepare and present (if needed) detailed audit reports outlining findings and recommendations.
Teach food safety certification classes that meet state and national food code requirements for company and independent retail associates.
Provide food safety support and training to retail store teams and independent, as necessary. Present at meetings to relay food safety practices to associates.
Work shoulder to shoulder with regulators and associates to ensure safe food handling practices and regulations are met in retail stores.
Maintain and update as necessary company Food Safety Standard Operating Procedures.
Stay updated on the latest food safety standards and practices.
Investigate customer complaints/food safety concerns at the store level.
Provide support and follow up of corrective actions for internal food safety audits and regulatory inspections.
Assist as needed with special project and requests
Track and report performance with compliance to the appropriate audience on a routine cadence.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work being performed as assigned for this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements; additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
Here’s What You’ll Need:
Bachelor's degree in food science, food service, business or related discipline or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Minimum 5 years relevant experience
Experience in a retail food regulatory environment preferred.
Previous audit experience.
Knowledge of FDA Food Code.
Knowledge of food safety practices, regulatory guidelines and HACCP requirements.
Advanced food safety certification such as Serv Safe, HACCP and Seafood HACCP, PCQI, NRFSP preferred.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.
Must be able to multi-task and have good follow-through to meet deadlines.
Must have good adaptability, ability to work under pressure, and attention to detail.
Have good leadership and training skills; ability to work with all levels of management and line associates.
Ability to travel up to 50% overnight and work flexible hours based on business needs.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
May be required to lift and/or move 20 pounds. The associate is frequently required to sit/stand/walk. While performing the duties of this position, the associate is subject to a typical office environment and is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions. Temperatures may vary for those subject to any of the following areas: computer/server room, print shop, production area). The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but may be high in distribution settings. Travel requirements vary by assignment.
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As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.
SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans.
We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.
