Mérieux NutriSciences Online Training Academy

In this free webinar, explore the importance of having a robust internal audit system to drive your organization to improve and learn about the common mistakes companies make in setting up and managing their internal audit system.   MAIN LESSONS: Why I must have an internal audit for my organization and what should it cover Selecting and training the internal auditor Mistakes companies make in conducting internal audits Managing the internal audit system (objectives, evaluations, etc.) Advice and tips from an expert Best practices in responding to regulatory inspection and third-party auditor findings   This webinar is a free resource and will be available to you for 60 days. This webinar is also available in Spanish.  Read more

In this introductory course, students will learn the basics of internal auditing including: The purpose of an internal audit program How to prepare for an internal audit How to conduct an internal audit What tools are needed to conduct an internal audit Who should be on your internal audit team The skills needed to be a good internal auditor Scheduling best practices How to document and report audit findings Students will also learn about the different types of possible audit, including an overview of second and third party audits, certification, and GFSI requirements. Who should take this course: QA managers and supervisors Department managers Plant managers This course will be available to you for 1 year from the date of purchase Read more

Developing and maintaining a robust and effective internal audit system provides meaningful and actionable improvements for your food safety and food quality processes. Course attendees will gain knowledge in developing, implementing, and maintaining an effective internal audit program.  They will also learn how to determine the best audit methods and proper management techniques for creating an effective and efficient internal audit system.  This course is designed for individuals who are responsible for developing and maintaining internal audit systems.  Who should take this course: Quality Assurance Managers Internal Audit Managers GSFI Program Managers Corporate Quality Managers Requirements Computer with working camera and microphone Strong internet connection Instructor Ami Jo Akins, Technical Consultant, Mérieux NutriSciences Ami has over twelve years experience in quality assurance and regulatory compliance in bottled water, brewed teas, carbonated beverages and olives/antipastos. She maintained a Pennsylvania State Certified Lab for Microbiology of Drinking Water. She successfully developed several HACCP plans and an SQF Program. She created a complete line of Organic and Nutraceutical beverages for a beverage company. It was her responsibility to determine label accuracy and maintain FDA compliance. Ami is experienced in HACCP and SQF Implementation. She has assisted our clients in the areas of HACCP Training, SQF Training, SQF Implementation, Interim QA Management and Laboratory Training. Click here for information about our cancellation policy. A minimum of 5 students is needed to run this course. Read more

This curriculum has been specifically curated for professionals working in food product development looking to expand their knowledge. Our carefully selected eLearning courses on food microbiology, labeling, and shelf life studies will provide those working in product development with foundational information upon which they can build and expand their work and careers. The following courses are included in this program:   Introduction to Food Microbiology Introduction to Food Fraud Labeling 101: Basics of U.S. Food Labeling Nutrition Facts Labeling: U.S. Regulated Products Food Additive & Ingredient Statement Regulatory Requirements Food Labeling 101: Net Contents Food Labeling 101: Standard of Identity Shelf Life Studies Upon successful completion of this program, you will receive a certificate designating you as Product Developer Professional. Program Length: 10.5 Hours Who should enroll: Product Developers/Designers Flavorists Sensory Scientists Food Technologists Recommended Prerequisites: HACCP or PCQI Internal Auditing Supply Chain Management You will have 1 year from the date of purchase to complete the program. Read more

In this one and a half day course, students will explore the most common and practical methods of performing a root cause analysis (RCA). They will also discover practical ways for when and how to use RCA tools when facilities identify problems from product recalls or withdrawals; regulatory, customer or internal audits or daily issues that come up needing to be fixed. Students will use the various methods such as brainstorming, five why and the fishbone (Ishikawa) diagram to solve real problems found in the food industry. Using pre-made scenarios participants will learn the root cause analysis tools using the "hands on" method of learn by doing. This course will help facilities improve their RCA processes and to get them focused on relating the problem, its root cause, with its effective solutions to business metrics and budgetary issues (including the cost of quality). Students will be able to more effectively identify the root cause, gather the potential effective solutions and more easily present the story to leadership for targeted support. Click here to view the course agenda. Note: This course will be in person in Chicago, IL. Instructor Jeff Lucas, Sr. Director of Technical Services, Mérieux NutriSciences Jeff has over 30 years of food industry experience including both manufacturing and laboratory services. Jeff has consulted in all food industry segments specializing in food safety, microbiological issues with foodborne pathogens, food spoilage, sanitation, and HACCP. Jeff has assisted numerous companies in resolving issues with Listeria monocytogenes in ready-to-eat foods and with Escherichia coli O157:H7 in raw beef including regulatory concerns, sanitation issues, and recall mitigation. He has instructed numerous short-courses and workshops across the US on HACCP, Listeria Control, Sanitation, Quality Systems and Food Safety. Jeff’s tenure with food and meat companies includes Sara Lee, ibp, Inc., Land O’ Frost and J Bar B Foods among others. Jeff has been with Silliker for more than 10 years and is a graduate of Auburn University and Texas A&M University. Click here for information about our cancellation policy. A minimum of 5 students is needed to run this course. Read more