SQF Practitioner

Company Background

Alamance Foods, Inc. (AFI) is a leading supplier of whipped dairy products in the United States. We produce, package, and ship private-label products customized to meet our customers’ specific needs. AFI is an innovative organization with proven experience in developing new products that redefine what’s possible in the food and beverage manufacturing industry.

Position Overview

TheSQF Practitioner supports the facility’s food safety and quality programs in alignment withSafe Quality Food (SQF) standards, regulatory requirements, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). This role works closely with the Quality Assurance Manager and cross-functional teams to ensure the facility maintains compliance with SQF Code requirements and food safety standards.

The SQF Practitioner assists with documentation review, audit preparation, corrective actions, and monitoring of food safety practices throughout the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Food Safety & SQF Program Support

• Verify and sign off on daily food safety and quality documentation for the facility
• Review and approveCertificates of Analysis (COAs) to ensure compliance with product specifications
• Assist the Quality Assurance Manager with food safety investigations and corrective actions
• Support the implementation and maintenance of theSQF Food Safety Program

Audits & Compliance

• Assist with internal audits to verify compliance with SQF standards and internal food safety procedures
• Support preparation for regulatory, customer, and third-party food safety audits
• Maintain documentation required for food safety compliance and audit readiness
• Assist with North Carolina Department of Agriculture (NCDA) visits and required documentation

Qualifications

Food Safety Monitoring

• Monitor and enforceGood Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) throughout the facility
• Identify and escalate food safety risks or non-compliance issues to leadership
• Support food safety initiatives and maintain accurate food safety documentation
• Notify leadership of any food safety or compliance concerns impacting the facility

Continuous Improvement

• Work collaboratively with operations and quality teams to support food safety compliance
• Provide guidance to employees regardingGMPs, food safety standards, and SQF program expectations
• Assist with maintaining quality and food safety documentation systems
• Support ongoing food safety training and awareness across the facility

Required

• PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) Certification
• Experience working in afood manufacturing environment
• Knowledge ofGood Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Ability to work cross-functionally with quality, production, and leadership teams

Preferred

• SQF Practitioner Certification (or ability to obtain after hire)
• Experience working withSQF food safety systems
• Experience usingTraceGains or similar supplier management systems
• Experience supportingregulatory or third-party food safety audits

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of food safety compliance and regulatory expectations
• Strong organizational and documentation management skills
• Effective communication and collaboration across departments
• Ability to identify food safety risks and escalate appropriately
• Commitment to maintaining a strong food safety culture

Work Environment

This position operates within a food manufacturing environment and may require time spent on the production floor. Employees must follow all food safety, GMP, and safety procedures while performing job duties.

The role may require standing, walking, or working within production areas to verify compliance and support food safety initiatives.

Equal Opportunity & Employment Eligibility

Alamance Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, color, creed, religion, disability, gender, ethnic or national origin, or veteran status. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities upon request. Employment Eligibility: Alamance Foods participates in the federal E-Verify program. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of Form I-9 and verification of authorization to work in the United States.