VCOE Auditor - External Supply Chain Facilites

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.​

Overview

This position will support Food Safety and Quality efforts for VCOE in GMI and ESC facilities.  The responsibilities include developing risk-based maintenance audit schedule in collaboration with ESC, executing audit schedule within budget, interacting with and providing technical expertise to the rest of the FSCOE and working on projects to improve our risk assessment process.

Must be able to travel up to 35 – 45% of the time.

Key Accountabilities

• Collaborate with ESC to develop risk based maintenance audit schedule
• In collaboration with the other VCOE team members be the decision maker for the risk grid score for the GMI and ESC facilities that she/he has audited.
• Remain calibrated with the VCOE team on process and findings determination (critical findings)
• Participate in at least 1 calibration audit per year
• Actively engage in calibration discussions pertaining to audit findings and audit report generation
• Document audit report in a timely fashion and be responsible for follow up to drive risk reduction for GMI
• Provide training and coaching to GMI and ESC facilities as needed programs, processes and systems
• Perform risk assessment related to policies, procedures and specifications
• Project management related to safety, auditor academy, warehouse management, virtual auditing, risk management tools and other as needed
• Partner with SME´s and the FSCOE to define programs and strategies to reduce risks on sites.
• Interact with the Policy team to facilitate Policy changes and New policies

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree:  Engineering, Food Science, Chemistry, Material Science or related field
• 3+ years of related Quality & Food Safety Experience
• Plant experience
• Ability to travel 35-40% of time as needed within NAR and Worldwide

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of GMI Food Safety Policies
• Auditing/consulting experience or familiar with these processes (ESC, XQM, Plant Internal Audits, FSSC, AIB, etc)
• Demonstrated leadership ability, with proven ability to influence and drive constructive change across multiple organizations/multiple levels
• Proven ability to collaborate across boundaries to drive outstanding results
• Strong bias for action, ability to see opportunities/risks early and take appropriate actions
• Strong judgment and problem-solving skill sets
• Coaching, training and leading by example
• Demonstrated ability to navigate complex organizations
• Willing to be flexible with travel and work schedule
• Ability to work independently
• Passion for auditing
• Thermal process and Pet experience would be considered a plus
• Knowledge of different languages would be considered a plus
• Pet industry experience would be considered a plus

Additional Considerations

• In ITQ, we are relied on to bring expertise and continuity to our business. It takes time to build the type of deep expertise that drives innovation and helps build bold brands. We will all consistently need several cycles of success to truly have an impact and develop key skills and capabilities. As you apply for new roles, it is important for you to know that we expect a minimum of 24 months in role to ensure you are set up to drive impact and results.​
• Relocation support will not be offered to applicants within the United States.​
• International relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered.

SALARY RANGE

The salary range for this position is:

$95,300 - $143,200 Annual

At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. ​

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Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)​

General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUEST

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