Farm Food Safety Compliance Specialist

Overview

FARM FOOD SAFETY COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST LOCATION: BAKERSFIELD, CA. SHIFT: DAY About the Opportunity: Grimmway Produce Group is seeking a Farm Food Safety Compliance Specialist responsible to support and strengthen the company’s farm food safety programs by ensuring compliance with the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) audit schemes, the FSMA Produce Safety Rule, and customer requirements.

This position functions as a professional compliance specialist under the guidance of the Farming Food Safety Manager and is responsible for ensuring compliance through technical expertise, training, and audit readiness. The role requires independent judgment, strong regulatory knowledge, and the ability to work across multiple farming operations.

Whether you are a current GPG team member looking to grow your career or a professional seeking a rewarding opportunity in agriculture, this position offers the chance to contribute to one of the world’s largest carrot and organic vegetable grower, packer, and shippers. At GPG , we take pride in delivering fresh, healthy, and safe products to communities while caring for the earth’s natural resources and investing in our family of employees—come grow with us!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION Additional Info What You Will Need: Minimum 3 years of experience in food safety compliance, auditing, or quality assurance within agriculture or fresh produce. Demonstrated experience in creating, updating, and implementing food safety programs. Knowledge of GAPs, GFSI audit schemes, FSMA Produce Safety Rule, and LGMA.

Strong analytical skills with the ability to conduct risk assessments and resolve non-conformances. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to train, mentor, and collaborate across diverse teams. High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with compliance or data management systems a plus. Must be able to maintain confidentiality at all times.

Ability to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision while working under manager direction. Employee may be required to work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays if needed. Willingness and ability to travel extensively (up to including some evenings and weekend travel. Must work in the Coachella area for approximately five months out of the year during entire winter harvest season.

(Housing or housing allowance is provided by the company). No vacation (PTO) will be allowed during this time, and excessive unexcused absences will result in either end of assignment or transfer back to Lamont. Bi-lingual, English/Spanish. Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean DMV driving record Must pass pre-placement drug/alcohol screen What Will Set You Apart: Four-year degree in Food Science, Biology, Agronomy, or a related field preferred.

Benefits

$70,304 - $75,000 / YEAR Actual compensation paid within the range will be determined by factors such as the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Subsidized benefits package including Medical and Dental coverage. Generous vision reimbursement allowance for each covered family member per calendar year.

401(k) plan Paid Time Off/Paid Sick and Safe Time Employer-paid life insurance Subsidized gym membership Discounted tickets to major theme parks throughout California.

What You Will Need

Minimum 3 years of experience in food safety compliance, auditing, or quality assurance within agriculture or fresh produce. Demonstrated experience in creating, updating, and implementing food safety programs. Knowledge of GAPs, GFSI audit schemes, FSMA Produce Safety Rule, and LGMA. Strong analytical skills with the ability to conduct risk assessments and resolve non-conformances.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to train, mentor, and collaborate across diverse teams. High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with compliance or data management systems a plus. Must be able to maintain confidentiality at all times. Ability to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision while working under manager direction.

Employee may be required to work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays if needed. Willingness and ability to travel extensively (up to including some evenings and weekend travel. Must work in the Coachella area for approximately five months out of the year during entire winter harvest season. (Housing or housing allowance is provided by the company).

No vacation (PTO) will be allowed during this time, and excessive unexcused absences will result in either end of assignment or transfer back to Lamont. Bi-lingual, English/Spanish. Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean DMV driving record Must pass pre-placement drug/alcohol screen What Will Set You Apart: Four-year degree in Food Science, Biology, Agronomy, or a related field preferred.

Total Rewards: $70,304 - $75,000 / YEAR Actual compensation paid within the range will be determined by factors such as the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Subsidized benefits package including Medical and Dental coverage. Generous vision reimbursement allowance for each covered family member per calendar year.

401(k) plan Paid Time Off/Paid Sick and Safe Time Employer-paid life insurance Subsidized gym membership Discounted tickets to major theme parks throughout California.