Organic Certification Reviewer

Athens, Greece
Full Time
Experienced
Organic Certification Reviewer– Processing Activities

Position Purpose
The Organic Certification Reviewer – Processing Activities supports the Organic Certification Manager in the coordination, technical evaluation and supervision of organic certification processes related to processing, handling, packaging, storage, distribution and import/export of organic products, in compliance with Regulation (EU) 2018/848, its implementing acts, ESYD accreditation requirements, and the Certification Body’s Quality Management System.
 

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct independent technical evaluations of certification files.
  • Verify compliance with EU and national legislation on organic production.
  • Ensure the correct implementation of certification procedures and decision-making rules.
  • Support internal audits and accreditation assessments.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of procedures and technical guidelines.
  • Contribute to the implementation and maintenance of the Certification Body’s Quality Management System in accordance with ISO/IEC 17065.
 

Required Qualifications
  • University degree in Agronomy, Food Science, Chemistry, Biology or a related scientific field.
  • Basic to good knowledge of the organic production regulatory framework, preferably with focus on organic processing activities.
  • Professional experience in certification, regulatory compliance, quality assurance or food processing (preferred).
  • Familiarity with ISO/IEC 17065 and accreditation requirements (an asset).
  • Strong analytical and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in a certification body or food processing sector.
  • Exposure to certification decision processes and non-conformity management.
  • Knowledge of additional standards (e.g. ISO 22000, BRC, IFS, private organic standards).
  • Willingness to develop into a senior or managerial role.

Skills & Competencies
  • Attention to detail and strong sense of responsibility.
  • Good organizational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to work under supervision while taking initiative.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to work in a highly regulated and audit-focused environment.

Reporting Line
Reports to the Organic Certification Manager / Technical Director.
 
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