Pescara Food Mandatory Certification Lead Auditor

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

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

Competencies