Pescara Food Mandatory Certification Lead Auditor

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Pescara Food Mandatory Certification Lead Auditor City: Pescara Location: Pescara, IT, 65129 Contract Type: Permanent Level of experience: Junior RINA is currently recruiting for a Pescara Food Mandatory Certification Lead Auditor to join its office in Pescara, Italy within the Mediterranean & Africa Certification Division. Mission The resource will operate in the Pescara area on wines with Designation of Origin (DO) and Geographical Indication (IG). The role is qualified and performs inspections at winegrowers and wineries, verifying compliance with product specifications and control plans, including official sampling. It manages the document review of cases, contributing to the complete and traceable closure of controls. In addition, it will support the team on digital assurance projects, assisting with platform adoption, operator onboarding, and the improvement of data quality and processes. #LI-DC2 Key Accountabilities Audit Program Management: Prepare, manage, and control the audit program, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry standards. Document Review: Check customer management system documents, including manuals, procedures, instructions, files, and records, to verify compliance and accuracy. Audit Planning: Plan audits and coordination with relevant stakeholders. Audit Participation: Participate in and lead audits, conducting interviews, note-taking, and assessing the implementation of management systems. Audit Result Definition: Identify and define audit results (Positive and negative findings as non conformities, opportunity of improvement); Report Generation: Draw up comprehensive audit reports detailing findings and recommendations for certification decisions. Follow-Up Management: Manage the follow-up process, including tracking non-conformities and corrective actions, ensuring resolution and compliance. Technical Review: Conduct technical reviews of audit files and propose certification decisions based on thorough analysis. Skill Maintenance: Keep skills, qualifications, and certifications up to date by staying informed about industry standards and best practices. Resource Performance Monitoring: Monitor the performance of resources involved in the certification process, providing guidance and support as needed. Data Management: Maintain updated records of customer data and other information relevant to the audit process. Customer Engagement: Manage technical meetings with customers, fostering positive relationships and addressing any technical concerns. Education Bachelor’s Degree High School Diploma/GED in Agriculture/Agronomy/Food Technology Qualifications Technical diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Oenology, Food Science and Technology, or related fields. Qualification or documented experience as an inspector/assessor in wine PDO/PGI (DO/IG) quality. Knowledge of wine PDO/PGI product specification Proficiency with digital tools for audits, reporting, and data management PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT - Promote commitment by keeping promises as a Role Model MANAGE EMOTIONS - Recognise one's and other's emotions and express and regulate one's reactions PIONEER CHANGE - Actively embrace change and benefit from the new circumstances BUILD NETWORK - Forge trust relationships, across departments, and outside the organization MAKE EFFECTIVE DECISIONS - Structure activities according to priorities, actions, resources and constraint ADDRESS THE WAY - Have a big picture of different situations and reinterpret it in a perspective way THINK FORWARD - Capitalise on experiences and translate them into action plans for the future CLIENT INTIMACY - Embrace internal and external client needs, expectations, and requirements to ensure maximum satisfaction EARN TRUST - Take everyone's opinion into account and remain open to diversity RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion. At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68/99. #J-18808-Ljbffr