Quality System Lead Auditor (ISO 9001, 22000) at Seven Up Bottling Company Limited

Seven-Up Bottling Company Limited is one of the largest manufacturing companies in Nigeria, producing and distributing some of the nation’s most- loved beverages in the country like; Pepsi, 7Up, Mirinda, Teem, Mountain Dew, H2oH!, Lipton Ice Tea and Aquafina premium drinking water. SBC has recently entered into Home & Personal Care category with the 2SURE brand and launched its first product, a Hand & Surface Sanitizer. Seven Up boasts of nine bottling plants with state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities strategically located across various regions in the country.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Quality System Lead Auditor (ISO 9001, 22000)

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Sector: FMCG

Responsibilities
Audit Planning and Preparation:

• Develop audit plans based on organizational processes and requirements.
• Identify audit scope, objectives, and criteria aligned with the relevant standards (e.g., ISO 22000, ISO 9001).
• Prepare checklists and gather necessary information before audits.

Conducting Audits:

• Lead internal, external, or certification audits of Food Safety Management Systems or other ISO-compliant processes.
• Evaluate processes, procedures, and documentation for compliance with standards and regulations.
• Assess risk control measures, food safety hazards, and critical control points (CCPs) during FSMS audits.
• Interact with auditees, managers, and key personnel to gather objective evidence.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Document observations, non-conformities, and opportunities for improvement during audits.
• Prepare detailed audit reports, including findings, corrective actions, and recommendations.
• Communicate audit results to senior management and stakeholders.

Verification and Follow-Up:

• Monitor the implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to address non-conformities.
• Perform follow-up audits to confirm the closure of identified gaps or issues.

Compliance and Standard Updates:

• Stay updated on changes to relevant ISO standards, laws, and regulations.
• Provide training and guidance to teams on compliance and implementation of ISO/FSMS standards.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with clients, certification bodies, or regulatory authorities.
• Act as a consultant and advisor on improving systems and ensuring compliance with standards.

Continuous Improvement:

• Evaluate system effectiveness and recommend improvements for compliance and efficiency.
• Analyze trends in audit findings to identify areas for strategic enhancement.

Leadership and Team Coordination:

• Guide audit teams, ensuring compliance with audit protocols.
• Mentor team members in applying auditing principles and techniques.

Requirements

• 7 yrs+ experience as an ISO System Coordinator, with expertise in ISO 9001, ISO 22000, or related standards.
• BSc or HND in Chemical Sciences, Applied Sciences, or a related field.
• Advanced certifications in Quality or Food Safety Management Systems will be an added advantage.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook) to support reporting and analysis tasks.
• Analytical Abilities: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to interpret and apply complex standards.
• Leadership skills to effectively collaborate with teams and stakeholders.

Application Closing Date
15th January, 2025.