Food Safety Specialist Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the food safety specialist position.

Previously, I was responsible for emergency food safety training and support to stores during times of potential food loss, media attention, regulatory visits or other potential emergencies.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Strong experience in manufacturing (food preferred)
• HACCP certification by an accredited body
• Lead auditor certification in FSSC
• Knowledge of FSMA requirements include knowledge of HACCP and preventive controls
• Proficient in using Word / Excel / PowerPoint and Outlook
• Majority of work is done in a slaughter processing environment where exposure to a potentially hazardous environment is common
• Available for customer support calls during standard business hours Monday-Friday & weekends as needed
• May require overnight travel, as necessary (often times reacting to inclement weather issues)

In response to your job posting for food safety specialist, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for reliable, precise, and timely technical support of food service operations, aligned with department philosophy, with regard to all food safety and sanitation matters, conformance to corporate Quality Assurance programming, and regulatory compliance.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Knowledge of quality documentation systems, customer or specification management systems
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with a safety driven culture
• Six Sigma Green Belt Certification or Training, or willingness to achieve certification
• Knowledge of Food Safety management Systems such as GFSI
• Requires strong computer skills and proficiency
• Prior work experience in the food/agricultural industry is preferred
• Requires effective administrative and computer skills in MS Office Suite
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision, and work effectively with all employees, customers and suppliers in a multi-cultural global environment

I am excited to be applying for the position of food safety specialist. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for management teams and locations with effective training regarding food safety to include regulatory interpretations and updates.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Sound, logical decision-making with good judgment
• Conduct food safety, brand standard and workplace health and safety evaluations at customer locations
• Partner with Account Management teams to solve customer challenges
• Detailed knowledge of training, organization development and learning practices
• Include understanding of product labelling requirements, allergen management, Good Laboratory Practices
• A working knowledge of Oracle, and quality programs
• Certified Professional in Food Safety and/or an OSHA Certification is preferred
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local regulations and industry best practices related to safety and food quality assurance

I would like to submit my application for the food safety specialist opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for food safety and quality assurance guidance and direction to Food Safety and Quality Assurance personnel in the SSMG complex within their region on internal and external audits or regulatory inspections as needed.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Detailed oriented and able to coordinate multiple priorities in a fast paced dynamic environment
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices and GFSI Auditing
• PhD or comparable education in appropriate science subject with relevant experience
• Good knowledge of HACCP and GMP standards
• Good knowledge of ISO quality system and QCMS
• Able to travel as needed between Burlington and Georgetown locations
• Able and willing to learn new technology and new skill
• Previous experience working with quality, HACCP and food safety practices

I am excited to be applying for the position of food safety specialist. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for coaching & knowledge with regards to pest control, sanitation, allergen control & sanitary design.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Put food safety prerequisite programs in place with the goal of attaining food grade compliance for large scale pilot operations (Fermentation, Recovery and Formulations)
• Prepare and review Food safety and HACCP plans for R&D production of enzymes and other bio-products
• Draft regulatory documents, technical reports and other materials to support customer needs
• Collaborate with R&D staff, management and other stakeholders to meet project goals/deadlines
• Work with internal and external auditors to demonstrate food safety program compliance
• Working knowledge of applicable FDA cGMP regulations relevant to food safety
• Technical understanding in bioprocess engineering, fermentation, microbiology or related disciplines is preferred
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements governing commercialization of enzymes or other biologically derived products