Technical Manager- Food Assurance
Core
Manage compliance with IAF, GFSI, and regional accreditation requirements for management systems certification schemes.
Role type
Technical Manager, Certification Body
Builds
Certification and verification services for management systems
Domain
Food safety and quality assurance / Regulatory compliance
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
IAF guidelines expertise, ISO 17021/22003/17065 knowledge, scheme governance, auditor competency management, impartiality management, technical decision-making on certification grants/refusals, regulatory compliance, new scheme development
Preferred skills
Lead auditor course (FSMS/FSSC/QMS), food industry production/quality background, stakeholder communication, audit coaching
Technologies
ISO 17021, ISO 22003, ISO 17065, GFSI schemes
Responsibilities
Manage compliance with accreditation board and scheme requirements; Mentor technical executives and auditors; Review and decide on granting, refusing, or suspending certifications; Ensure auditor competence and training compliance; Conduct audits and coach other auditors; Upgrade and build new certification schemes.
Seniority
Mid-senior level, hands-on IC with supervisory responsibilities