About this role
Job Description:
Associate Scientist Food Safety – Wrigley – TOLUCA
Your Purpose and Impact at Mars
As the Food Safety Associate Scientist, you will provide the technical leadership and expertise required to implement and continuously improve the Quality & Food Safety (Q&FS) management systems at the manufacturing site. In this critical role, you will be designated as the Food Safety Team Leader, driving the site's quality strategy to ensure every product meets our rigorous standards and regulatory requirements while protecting our consumers and iconic brands.
What are we looking for?
Essential Requirements
- University degree in Food Science, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical scientific discipline
- Proven understanding of HACCP, risk assessments, and essential prerequisite programs such as GMP, allergen management, sanitation, and pest control
- Familiarity with GFSI-recognized food safety management systems such as FSSC 22000, SQF, or BRC
- Demonstrated ability to influence and lead cross-functional partners without direct authority
- Strong problem-solving capabilities with an action-oriented mindset
- Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
Desirable Requirements
- Either a recent graduate with relevant internship experience in quality and food safety within a manufacturing environment, OR up to 5 years of experience in quality or manufacturing roles
- Three or more years of dedicated experience managing food safety systems in a food manufacturing plant
- Prior experience leading teams and managing change initiatives
What will be your key responsibilities?
- Lead and develop food safety training programs including HACCP, allergen control, and microbiology for site associates
- Manage and continuously validate the site HACCP plan and prerequisite programs to ensure critical control points remain compliant
- Serve as the primary point of contact for internal, external, and regulatory quality audits to maintain certification standards
- Direct root cause analysis investigations for food safety incidents and implement robust corrective and preventive actions
- Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and R&D teams to integrate food safety requirements into new projects and product trials
- Oversee the quality program for critical local suppliers to ensure compliance with company raw material standards
What can you expect from Mars?
- Our Unique Culture: Guided by our Five Principles, we are a values-driven, family-owned business where you can make a personal impact every day.
- Support for Your Wellbeing: We offer competitive benefits and programs designed to help you and your family thrive physically, mentally, and financially.
- An Environment That Commits to Growth: From day one, you will have access to tools, resources, and mentorship to develop your career across different functions or geographies.
- Making a Difference: You will join a global community working together to make a positive impact on people, pets, and the planet.
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