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Description
Scientific Certification Systems (SCS) is a for-profit, internationally recognized third-party certifier of environmental and food safety claims. SCS program areas include: forestry, fisheries, flower production, sustainable agriculture, pesticide residue free and organic food certification, food safety inspection and certification, environmental claims certification, green building product certification, electric power environmental performance, and more.
The Chain of Custody Services Program is accredited to the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) schemes. These Chain of Custody standards provide a system for tracking certified wood from the forest, through each stage of production and distribution, to the point of sale. Chain of Custody enables responsible procurement by providing a system for companies to trade in products deriving from well-managed forests and other responsible sources. Our CoC team manages a portfolio of more than 2600 clients around the world covering a great diversity of wood and paper products and industries.
Position Overview:
The Chain of Custody Technical Associate is a technical position that supports the Quality and Compliance Manager as well as the Director of Chain of Custody in the administration of the Chain of Custody program. The job entails interpretation and implementation of standards, review and quality control of audit reports, prompt and professional customer service, and administrative support to field auditors and colleagues on all aspects of the certification programs within defined project responsibilities. The position also entails occasional auditing.
Responsibilities:
The Primary Responsibilities of the Technical Associate are to:
- Review audit reports from SCS auditors, worldwide, for general oversight and quality control;
- Acquire proficiency in Chain of Custody requirements and an ability to communicate them effectively to clients, auditors, and other program staff;
- Aid in the development of internal procedures and guidelines and external communication materials;
- Support the Quality and Compliance Manager as well as the Director in training of, and day-to-day communication with auditors;
- Conduct Chain of Custody audits, occasionally. (Auditing is a minor but important aspect of this position);
- Other duties as assigned, pertaining to the development of the program globally.
Qualifications:
- Minimum B.S. or B.A. degree; in Natural Resources or a related field;
- Complete fluency in English and work (or school) experience that involves professional written communication;
- Strong organization and prioritization skills
- Proficient with business software including Outlook, Word, Excel and database management;
- Strong customer service and teamwork orientation;
- Initiative, good judgment, and ability to work independently under pressure in a changing environment; and
- Must be able to work regular business hours, 5 days per week in Emeryville office.
Additional Preferred Skills:
- An interest in quality management systems, 3rd party certification, forest conservation, and the missions of SCS and FSC will be a plus;
- Knowledge of German, Spanish or Portuguese;
- Experience in or knowledge of wood or paper product manufacturing industry.
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