Christopher Ciarcia

About Christopher Ciarcia

I am a results-driven professional with a strong track record in global food safety and quality compliance. I have developed and implemented company-wide training initiatives, enhancing product safety and sanitation through risk-based analyses. My expertise includes operational oversight, process flow design, and facility expansions, along with executing quality administration systems that exceed regulatory standards and boost efficiency. I have built comprehensive food safety programs, including HACCP, GMP, and SQF certifications, and excel in crisis management, maintaining consumer trust and brand reputation.

Experience

1. Director of Food Safety and Quality Assurance

   Wiley Road Foods

   Mar 2022 — Present · Manchester, NH, US

   As the Director of Food Safety & Quality Assurance, I lead food safety and quality departments, ensuring compliance with industry standards and managing all food, OSHA safety, and environmental programs. I develop environmental and biological monitoring initiatives, oversee operational activities, and contribute to process flow design for facility expansions. I implement comprehensive training programs, create product specification sheets from microbiological studies, and conduct risk-based analyses to mitigate hazards. Additionally, I manage and analyze budgets to optimize resources efficiently. Below listed are some of my achievements within this role:• Established and maintained BRC standards and AA+ certification.• Coordinated and facilitated local, state, federal, third-party, and customer audits and inspections.• Ensured all staff met training requirements and HACCP compliance by implementing training on GFSI standards.

Education

• Northeastern University

  Bachelor’s, Environmental Studies