Andrew Rauch
Northbrook,USA
Summary
Detail-oriented Food Safety Auditor with extensive experience evaluating food manufacturing, processing, and handling operations to ensure compliance with regulatory, customer, and industry standards. Skilled in HACCP, GMPs, FSMA, and various GFSI schemes. Known for strong analytical skills, clear communication, and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams to improve food safety systems and reduce risk.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SUPPLIER QUALITY AUDITOR
Treehouse Foods
Oakbrook, ILLINOIS
02.2023 - Current
- Conducted on-site food safety audits for manufacturing, processing, and distribution facilities in accordance with GFSI, regulatory, and customer requirements.
- Evaluated HACCP plans, prerequisite programs, sanitation procedures, allergen controls, traceability systems, and supplier programs.
- Prepared clear, detailed audit reports identifying non-conformities and opportunities for improvement.
- Worked with facility leadership to guide corrective actions and recommend process improvements.
- Stayed current with changes in food safety regulations and audit standards.
- Scheduled and completed all necessary audits of suppliers in the U.S. and Canada as well as virtual audits of international suppliers.
- Completed work flow PDM tasks in SAP pertaining to ingredient risk and documentation.
- Documented all audit findings, prepared detailed reports for management review.
- Maintained accurate records of audit work papers for future reference.
- Evaluated compliance with corporate policies and procedures, as well as external regulations.
- Evaluated procedures and made determinations with regard to process improvement.
- Prepared audit reports and provided recommendations for process improvements to ensure compliance with corporate policies.
- Studied applicable federal and state laws and regulations to determine compliance.
- Performed follow-up reviews on previously identified issues to ensure corrective action was taken.
- Developed audit plans and programs, assessed internal controls and identified areas of risk.
- Handled supplier risk rankings as well as evaluations through PDM tasks related to new or updated items supplied.
QA PLANT MANAGER
Highland Baking Co.
Northbrook, ILLINOIS
02.2014 - 11.2022
- Managed Quality team of up to 15 technicians reporting directly to me
- Including Scheduling and training
- Acted as point of contact for client QA departments for questions and concerns during commercialization as well as regular scheduled production
- Conducted internal audits, environmental monitoring, and process inspections to ensure compliance with GMP and food safety programs.
- Assisted in updating food safety documentation, including SOPs, hazard analyses, and preventive controls.
- Verified CCP and PCP monitoring records for accuracy and compliance.
- Collaborated with production teams to reduce contamination risks and improve sanitation efficiency.
- Managed all vision systems including Sightline and Eye Pro systems
- Implemented Document control software (Trace Gains Quality management and Supplier Management Modules)
- Implemented new training program (Alchemy LMS) with focus on staff safety, food safety and production quality to achieve reduced labor costs and tighter control points
- Conducted internal and supplier audits as required
- Maintained quality of product with robust inspections and assessment team
- Oversaw daily QA operations of manufacturing plant
- Investigate and respond to any product complaints
ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER
Highland Baking Co. (DC Sarnies)
Deerfield, ILLINOIS
04.2011 - 02.2014
- Oversaw inventory by ordering precise quantities of stock and executing corrective actions to drive profitability
- Enforced quality assurance protocols to deliver ideal customer experiences
- Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals
- Resolved problems promptly to elevate customer approval
- Managed team schedule with eye for coverage needs and individual strengths
- Handled cash accurately and prepared deposits
- Motivated, trained and disciplined employees to maximize performance
- Responsible for Liquor purchasing
- Setting pars and adjusting as necessary
GENERAL MANAGER
Ale Marys Bar And Grill
Fort Myers, FLORIDA
03.2010 - 04.2011
- Orchestrated positive customer experiences by overseeing every area of front and back of the house operations
- Purchased adequate quantities of food, beverages, equipment and supplies
- Developed, implemented and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales
- Maintained facility and grounds to present positive image
- Oversaw balancing of cash registers, reconciled transactions and deposited establishment's earnings to bank
- Identified problems, conducted troubleshooting and sought repair or maintenance support to keep restaurant equipment operational
- Verified accurate records and sufficient supplies by conducting regular inventories of food, beverages, glassware and other materials
- Set clear expectations and created positive working environment for employees
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained and supervised staff
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Glenbrook North High School
IL01-2007
Skills
- Food safety auditing
- HACCP plan development and verification
- GFSI (SQF, BRC, FSSC 22000) compliance
- GMP assessments
- FSMA Preventive Controls
- Corrective action and root cause analysis
- Regulatory compliance (FDA, USDA)
- Risk assessment
- Documentation review and reporting
- Employee training and coaching
- Internal and 2nd party auditing
- Document review and control
- Policy Review
- Environmental auditing
- Troubleshooting skills
- Staff Management
- Customer relations specialist
- Microsoft Office
- Power Point
- Sight Line / Eye Pro (Vision Systems)
- SAP
- Concur
- Project Management
- Compliance understanding
- Documentation abilities
- Assembly line production
- Risk analysis and management
- Data analysis
- Excel
- Trace Gains (Document Control)
- Alchemy (LMS)
- Workday
- Employee training and development
- Scheduling
Certification
- PCQI
- Internal Auditor
- SQF Practitioner
- HACCP
Timeline
SUPPLIER QUALITY AUDITOR
Treehouse Foods
02.2023 - Current
QA PLANT MANAGER
Highland Baking Co.
02.2014 - 11.2022
ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER
Highland Baking Co. (DC Sarnies)
04.2011 - 02.2014
GENERAL MANAGER
Ale Marys Bar And Grill
03.2010 - 04.2011
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Glenbrook North High School