Technical Manager - Food Safety Audit function

As a Technical Manager for Food Safety Audit at Dr. Amin Controllers Pvt. Ltd. (DACPL), an Alfred H. Knight Company, you will play a crucial role in leading and expanding the Food Safety Audit Function. With over 74 years of experience, DACPL is a renowned name in the Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) space, operating across 30+ offices and laboratories nationwide with a dedicated team of 1300+ professionals. **Key Responsibilities:** - Report directly to the Director and lead the Food Safety Audit function - Ensure all audits are conducted as per industry standards and company guidelines - Manage audit planning, including contract reviews, scheduling, and resource allocation - Review audit reports, identify gaps, and ensure timely corrections and corrective actions - Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure smooth and timely audit execution - Identify team training needs and organize relevant training sessions - Select, mentor, and monitor both in-house and freelance auditors - Build and develop a national audit team, supporting their professional growth - Support business development and marketing efforts to expand audit services - Keep up with changes in regulatory standards and ensure timely updates in processes - Maintain accurate and up-to-date audit documentation for internal and external audits - Uphold high standards of integrity, clarity, and quality in all audit outputs - Promote a culture of continuous improvement and functional excellence **Qualifications & Requirements:** - **Educational Qualification:** Postgraduate degree in Food Science and/or Microbiology - **Experience:** Minimum 2+ years of experience in conducting food safety audits, with a minimum of 10 completed audits - **Certifications:** Valid Lead Auditor Certification in Food Safety Management System, Valid Hygiene Rating Auditor Training Certificate - **Knowledge & Skills:** Awareness of the Hygiene Rating Scheme, Knowledge of the Act and the rules and regulations made thereunder, Sector-specific knowledge of hygienic and sanitary practices, processing techniques, hazards identification and analysis and control, knowledge of contaminants and allergens - **Audit Coverage:** Experience in sector-specific audits such as Meat & Meat Products, Slaughter Houses, General Manufacturing, Catering, Hygiene Rating Joining DACPL offers you the opportunity to be part of a purpose-driven legacy company with modern global standards. This role gives you the chance to make a national impact in food safety compliance and team leadership. If you are ready to lead, grow, and make a difference, send your resume along with an updated log sheet to kgosalia@rcaindia.net. Feel free to like, share, and spread the word if you know someone who would be perfect for this role.,