ISO 22000 Certification Services Chicago

Chicago ISO 22000 Certification Services for Food Businesses

FoodReady helps Chicago food and beverage companies achieve ISO 22000 certification with a structured, audit-ready approach across manufacturing, processing, co-packing, distribution, and cold storage operations throughout the Chicago metro area. Our consultants assess your current programs, identify compliance gaps, develop required FSMS documentation, and guide your team through implementation and audit preparation, while FoodReady’s software centralizes records, monitoring, corrective actions, supplier documentation, and verification to reduce audit stress and make certification more predictable.

Leading Companies Trust FoodReady

Engage with an expedient process that is more than traditional consulting. Supported by a unique combination of veteran food safety experts and software intelligence, we get your Food Safety / HACCP programs ready to stay ready for any GFSI, BRC, SQF, or Retail Audit, in addition to State, USDA, or FDA inspections.

Hear It From Real People

See how FoodReady’s Food Safety Plans and Management Solutions has positively impacted and helped hundreds of businesses just like yours.

“The people at FoodReady are excellent to work with and care to get involved with your company and make it as best as it can be. FoodReady staff also helped provide training to our QA team.”

“We like the customizable options and ease of use. The support that comes with it. We would not have been able to pass our audit without the support staff of FoodReady.”

“Peace of mind, safety, and accountability. With all of these things and the FoodReady team (especially Dustin!), we felt confident and ready for the USDA and about our product safety.”

A Consulting Team Led by a Proven Food Safety Auditor

Every project is led by Dave Seddon, FoodReady’s Chief Food Safety Officer. With more than 500 completed audits and recognition as an SQF Auditor of the Year finalist, Dave brings an auditor’s insight to every engagement. He understands what certifiers and regulators look for and helps Iowa food companies align their documentation, hazard analysis, and records with those expectations. Under his direction, our Food Safety Consultants in Iowa build systems that are not only compliant but also practical for your staff to run every day.

ISO 22000 Consulting and
FSMS Support for Chicago Facilities

FoodReady helps Chicago food businesses implement a sustainable, audit-ready ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System by combining hands-on consulting with software that centralizes HACCP, documentation, monitoring, and records.

Why Chicago Food Businesses Work With FoodReady

FoodReady helps Chicago businesses build systems that auditors can verify and teams can realistically maintain. Chicago’s food industry requires solutions that work in real production environments. FoodReady supports certification efforts by providing:

ISO 22000 consultants with hands-on industry experience
A centralized platform for managing FSMS documentation and records
Custom program development based on facility operations
Ongoing support through ISO 22000 implementation, internal audits, and certification audits

Benefits of ISO 22000 Certification for Chicago Food Companies

ISO 22000 certification helps Chicago food companies improve day-to-day control while supporting long-term growth. It delivers measurable operational and commercial value, including:

Improved hazard control and preventive risk management
Stronger credibility with retailers, co-packers, distributors, and brand partners
Clearer documentation and traceability across production
A foundation for continuous improvement and regulatory alignment
Recognition under a globally accepted food safety standard

How Can Our AI Food Safety Management Software Help You?

Our AI-Powered Food Safety Management System is more than just a compliance tool – it’s an intelligent system designed to streamline and strengthen your food safety and operational processes. The AI gives you great suggestions, and it’s all built-in with food safety smart tips from experts tailored for different kinds of food industries.

Rapid AI HACCP Plan Creation

FoodReady’s AI HACCP Builder offers pre-built templates, cutting HACCP plan development from hours to minutes.

AI-Generated SOPs & Checklists

FoodReady’s AI Assistant creates and automates SOPs and checklists, detecting missed tasks and ensuring protocol compliance

Unified Batch & Inventory Management

Our AI Assistant offers real-time tracking of production, inventory, and costs, enhancing efficiency and reducing compliance problems

Complete Traceability & Recall Readiness

FoodReady’s AI provides full traceability by linking ingredients to final products, facilitating rapid recalls and efficient audits

Automated Supplier Compliance

Reduce manual effort and increase transparency with AI-powered automatic management and updates of supplier documents

Live Monitoring & Instant Alerts

AI-powered dashboards offer real-time KPI monitoring and safety incident alerts for timely intervention.

FoodReady’s ISO 22000 Certification Process in Chicago

The steps we take to help Chicago clients pass certification:

ISO 22000 Gap Assessment

FoodReady reviews your existing food safety programs, records, and processes to measure alignment with ISO 22000 requirements. The assessment identifies gaps and provides a clear, prioritized action plan for achieving certification readiness.

HACCP and Document Development

We create or refine HACCP plans, prerequisite programs, FSMS documentation, SOPs, monitoring forms, and verification procedures. All documentation is structured to meet ISO 22000 expectations and support successful audits.

ISO 22000 Environmental Monitoring Program

FoodReady designs an Environmental Monitoring Program that supports sanitation validation and microbial risk control. The program tracks results, corrective actions, and trends to meet ISO 22000 requirements for proactive hazard management.

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Food Safety Documentation

Our Team Members

We will deliver the best job with the best team.

Dave Seddon MBA RDN LDN, is a co-founder of FoodReady and has conducted over 500 GFSI audits across the United States.

Luke has extensive SQF, BRC, USDA, and FSQA leadership experience at multiple large food manufacturers.

Denice is a HACCP, PCQI, GFSI SQF Practitioner/Internal Auditor with a strong background in food manufacturing.

Maggie is a certified food safety consultant and SQF practitioner.

Sam, a lean six sigma black belt, has been a Plant Manager and also a sanitation expert at several large food companies.

Danielle has worked as QA Director at several large companies including Bolthouse Farms, Bumblee Tuna, Chiquita Banana and is a GFSI and FSMA expert.

ISO 22000 Certification Chicago FAQs

How long does ISO 22000 certification typically take in Chicago?

Most Chicago facilities complete certification within three to six months, depending on complexity, documentation readiness, and staff training.

Does FoodReady assist with both ISO 22000 documentation and audit preparation?

Yes. FoodReady provides documentation development, implementation support, internal audits, corrective action tracking, and audit readiness coaching.

Can small food businesses in Chicago get ISO 22000 certified?

Yes. ISO 22000 is scalable, and FoodReady adapts the FSMS to fit small manufacturers, startups, and co-packing operations without unnecessary burden.

How does FoodReady software support ISO 22000 compliance?

The platform centralizes FSMS elements, automates task tracking, stores records, and keeps SOPs and monitoring activities organized for audits and ongoing compliance.

Who issues ISO 22000 certification in Chicago?

Yes. ISO 22000 applies across the food supply chain, including logistics and storage operations focused on sanitation, temperature control, supplier verification, and traceability.

Do ISO 22000 certification audits happen on-site in Chicago?

Yes. ISO 22000 audits are conducted on-site (typically Stage 1 and Stage 2). FoodReady helps your team prepare for both.

Can ISO 22000 integrate with existing HACCP or GMP programs?

Yes. ISO 22000 builds on HACCP and prerequisite programs. FoodReady integrates your existing systems into a structured FSMS without duplication.

Is ISO 22000 cost-effective for small Chicago food businesses?

Yes. Because ISO 22000 is scalable, FoodReady tailors system complexity to your size, product risk, and operational scope to keep compliance efficient.

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