ADM · 7 hours ago
Supplier Quality Auditor - Quincy, IL
Quincy, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$70K/yr - $131K/yr
3+ years expADM is a global leader in human and animal nutrition, seeking a Supplier Quality Auditor to conduct independent supplier audits for Pet Nutrition and Animal Nutrition. The role involves evaluating supplier food safety and quality systems, verifying corrective actions, and supporting supplier approval decisions in compliance with FDA regulations and internal standards.
Animal FeedHospitalityIndustrial
Responsibilities
Plan, conduct, and document on-site second-party supplier audits of raw material, ingredient, co-manufacturer, and service providers in accordance with approved audit protocols and ISO 19011-aligned auditing principles
Serve as lead auditor for supplier qualification, routine monitoring, and for-cause supplier audits
Evaluate supplier food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance programs, including HACCP/Preventive Controls, GMPs, sanitation, traceability, and supplier management systems
Prepare objective, technically sound audit reports documenting audit scope, observations, nonconformances, and risk
Review, assess, and verify supplier corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) for adequacy and effectiveness
Escalate significant or high-risk supplier issues to the Supplier Quality Manager with clear technical recommendations
Support supplier risk ranking, approval status decisions, and ongoing performance monitoring activities
Provide technical guidance and mentoring to Supplier Quality Specialists conducting desktop and remote supplier audits
Support development and continuous improvement of supplier audit tools, procedures, and verification SOPs
Serve as a technical liaison with cross functional teams to support supplier-related performance and qualification
Support customer, regulatory, and internal audit inquiries related to supplier audits and verification activities
Ensure adherence to company policies and established governance related to supplier quality and compliance
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Animal Science, Agriculture, Chemistry, Biology, or a related scientific field preferred; equivalent experience considered
3–5 years of experience in quality, food safety, regulatory, or supplier quality roles within food, feed, or pet nutrition
Demonstrated experience conducting or supporting supplier audits or verification activities
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required (up to 25%)
Strong written communication skills with demonstrated attention to detail and document accuracy
Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate across functional teams
Sound judgment in recognizing when to escalate technical or regulatory concerns
Preferred
Working knowledge of U.S. pet food regulatory frameworks (FDA, AAFCO); exposure to CFIA, USDA, and NASC preferred
Certifications desired (must be willing to obtain if not already held): HACCP, PCQI, FSVP, Certified HACCP and Food Safety Auditor
Benefits
Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
Paid time off including paid holidays.
Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
Tuition assistance.
Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.
Company
ADM
ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life.
10001+ employees
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Leadership Team
Monish Patolawala
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer at ADM
Daniel Jones
Director, Technical Sales
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