Job Description:Associate Scientist Food Safety – Wrigley – TOLUCAYour Purpose and Impact at MarsAs 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 RequirementsUniversity degree in Food Science, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical scientific disciplineProven understanding of HACCP, risk assessments, and essential prerequisite programs such as GMP, allergen management, sanitation, and pest controlFamiliarity with GFSI-recognized food safety management systems such as FSSC *****, SQF, or BRCDemonstrated ability to influence and lead cross-functional partners without direct authorityStrong problem-solving capabilities with an action-oriented mindsetAbility to travel up to 10% of the timeDesirable RequirementsEither 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 rolesThree or more years of dedicated experience managing food safety systems in a food manufacturing plantPrior experience leading teams and managing change initiativesWhat will be your key responsibilities?
Lead and develop food safety training programs including HACCP, allergen control, and microbiology for site associatesManage and continuously validate the site HACCP plan and prerequisite programs to ensure critical control points remain compliantServe as the primary point of contact for internal, external, and regulatory quality audits to maintain certification standardsDirect root cause analysis investigations for food safety incidents and implement robust corrective and preventive actionsCollaborate with Operations, Engineering, and R&D; teams to integrate food safety requirements into new projects and product trialsOversee the quality program for critical local suppliers to ensure compliance with company raw material standardsWhat 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 integral community working together to make a positive impact on people, pets, and the planet.
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📌 Food Safety Coordinator (Estado de México)
🏢 Mars
📍 Estado de México