Food Industry Supplier Audit Checklist using eAuditor

A Food Industry Supplier Audit Checklist is a structured tool used to evaluate food suppliers based on food safety, quality control, regulatory compliance, and operational standards. It ensures suppliers meet industry and company requirements.

Step-by-Step Guide to Conducting a Food Industry Supplier Audit with eAuditor

1. Set Up Your eAuditor Account & Checklist

• Log in to eAuditor on a mobile device or desktop.
• Select a pre-built Food Industry Supplier Audit Checklist or create a custom template based on industry requirements.
• Customize the checklist with dropdowns, checkboxes, scoring systems, and mandatory fields.

2. Conduct the Supplier Audit Inspection

   • General Supplier Information

• Verify supplier name, location, and contact details.
• Check certifications (e.g., HACCP, ISO 22000, BRC, GMP, FDA).
• Assess the supplier’s food safety management system and traceability procedures.

1. • Food Safety & Quality Control

• Review raw material sourcing and handling practices.
• Ensure cross-contamination and allergen control measures are in place.
• Inspect sanitation of equipment, food contact surfaces, and facilities.
• Evaluate testing procedures for contaminants (microbial, chemical, and physical).

1. • Storage & Transportation Standards

• Verify proper temperature control for perishable goods.
• Check packaging integrity and accurate labeling of food products.
• Inspect cleaning and maintenance of transport vehicles.

1. • Facility Hygiene & Employee Practices

• Assess employee hygiene, PPE usage, and food safety training.
• Review pest control measures, waste disposal, and overall facility cleanliness.
• Ensure facility layout prevents cross-contamination.

1. • Compliance & Documentation

• Check batch tracking records and recall procedures.
• Review the supplier’s history of regulatory inspections and past audit results.
• Verify corrective actions taken for previous non-compliance issues.

3. Identify & Document Issues in Real-Time

• Capture photos/videos of any compliance failures.
• Flag critical issues that need immediate corrective actions.
• Assign corrective tasks with due dates and responsible personnel.

4. Generate & Share Reports

• eAuditor automatically compiles an audit report summarizing findings.
• Reports can be exported as PDF, Excel, or Word and shared via email or cloud storage.
• Send reports to management, quality assurance teams, and suppliers for follow-up.

5. Track Corrective Actions & Supplier Compliance

• Monitor supplier performance trends via eAuditor’s dashboard.
• Set up scheduled re-audits to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Work with suppliers to implement continuous improvements in food safety.

Benefits of Using eAuditor for Supplier Audits

• Ensures compliance with food safety standards.
• Streamlines inspections with digital checklists.
• Automates reporting for easy documentation.
• Tracks corrective actions to improve supplier performance.
• Provides real-time insights for better decision-making.