FMI is a champion for the food industry and the issues that make a difference to our members in the food industry. The reach and impact of our work is extensive, touching the lives of over 100 million households in the U.S. and representing an $800 billion industry with nearly 6 million employees. Our work is meaningful!
To support our members, the Food and Product Safety team provides tools and resources for FMI members to stay current on food safety issues. Food safety training remains a top priority for members and is just one example of our services available to member companies.
The Project Manager of Food Safety Training will manage and promote the SafeMark® Training Program which is the only food safety training program created by and for food retailers. A strong leader who is self-motivated and organized will manage a comprehensive food safety training program for retail associates. Some of the responsibilities include:
Managing all program activities including contract management, content updates, publication sales management, managing the program's trademark status and working with business partners, consultants, customers and outside printers;
Partnering with the Communications and Marketing teams to market and promote SafeMark training to FMI members and the retail industry;
Serving as the Editorial Assistant for the SafeMark publication; and,
Managing accounting and budget services for the SafeMark program.
The successful candidate will have:
A college degree with three to five years of relevant experience and an understanding of food safety training and/or certification programs, or other adult learning programs.
Strong project management skills.
Previous experience managing training, certification, and other food safety programs and/or other adult learning programs.
Knowledge of the principles of adult learning and computer-based training programs and platforms.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
The ability to travel 5-10% domestically for business conferences and events.
Our work environment is diverse, fun, flexible and fast-paced with an opportunity for our employees to take advantage of a generous benefits package that includes health benefits, 11 paid holidays, paid leave benefits, a summer hours program, a free onsite gym, volunteer opportunities, an employee wellness group and much more!
If you are passionate about food safety, detail oriented, analytical and looking to run a business within a business, this is a great opportunity for you. Bring your talents and join our team! Apply online.
FMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status or characteristics.