North Dakota Food Safety Consultant

North Dakota’s Food Safety Consultants for Fast, Audit-Ready Certification.

From Fargo and Bismarck to Grand Forks, Minot, and Dickinson, buyers and regulators across North Dakota expect food companies to operate with audit-ready systems that can withstand inspection at any time. FoodReady’s Food Safety Consulting in North Dakota helps processors, manufacturers, and distributors across the state design and maintain practical compliance programs that pass certification audits without slowing production.

As your North Dakota Food Safety Consultant, we provide gap assessments, HACCP and FSMA Preventive Controls plans, GMP and PRP design, documentation support, and mock audits. Whether you are targeting HACCP, SQF, GMP, FSMA, USDA, FDA, or GFSI-aligned certification, our consultants deliver done-with-you systems your staff can manage daily with confidence.

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.

North Dakota Food Safety Consulting for Processors, Manufacturers, and Distributors

FoodReady provides services designed for North Dakota’s diverse food industry. Facilities range from USDA-regulated meat processors in the Red River Valley and dairy plants in central North Dakota to oilseed and grain processors in the west and produce operations in rural areas. We create HACCP and FSMA Preventive Controls plans, SOPs, and custom checklists that match the specific risks and requirements of your facility. Our consultants also implement prerequisite programs such as allergen control, sanitation and SSOPs, supplier approval, traceability and recall systems, calibration, pest management, and foreign material prevention.

Our integrated Food Safety Consulting North Dakota services support HACCP, SQF, GMP, and GFSI certifications such as BRCGS and FSSC 22000. We also guide companies through FSMA Preventive Controls, FSMA 204 traceability compliance, USDA oversight, and FDA documentation. Every program is structured as a cohesive system so your team can maintain compliance without juggling scattered binders.

Practical Compliance Systems That Save Time

The focus of FoodReady’s North Dakota consulting is to create systems that are both audit-ready and sustainable. With our expertise, your company gains:

Consistent food safety performance and reliable product quality
Compliance with HACCP, SQF, GMP, FSMA, USDA, and FDA requirements
Lower risk of audit failures, fines, and costly recalls
Stronger hazard analysis and preventive controls across your operations
Programs tailored to your products, workforce, and facility size
Faster retailer and distributor approvals, including Walmart, Costco, Target, and Whole Foods

Ongoing Guidance You Can Count On

Our consultants work closely with QA, operations, and management teams to ensure programs are not just written but actively implemented. We help install procedures, coach recordkeepers, and test systems to confirm they perform as intended. FoodReady’s digital tools support these programs by capturing floor checks, managing checklists, maintaining document control, trending environmental monitoring, and tracking traceability. This combination of expert consulting and software ensures North Dakota facilities have organized, complete audit evidence ready for any inspection.

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.

A Clear Pathway to Certification in North Dakota

The steps we take to help our North Dakota clients achieve certification:

Gap Assessment

We start with an on-site or virtual review of your facility. Our consultants evaluate product and personnel flows, zoning, sanitation, controls, and documentation. You receive a prioritized action plan with the critical-path steps needed to reach audit readiness.

Food Safety Document Development

We develop or update HACCP and FSMA Preventive Controls plans, SOPs, and PRPs. Core programs include allergen management, supplier approval, recall and traceability systems. We also deliver forms, logs, and version-controlled records to make compliance consistent and easy for your staff.

Environmental Monitoring
Program

For ready-to-eat and high-risk facilities, we design environmental monitoring programs with zone mapping, swab schedules, and pathogen strategies for Listeria and Salmonella. FoodReady’s software automates scheduling, records results, and trends data, ensuring your sanitation controls and corrective actions are clearly documented for auditors.

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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.

FAQs

Where can I find food safety consulting near me in North Dakota?

Our consultants deliver statewide coverage, offering onsite, hybrid, and remote services in Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, Minot, Dickinson, Williston, Jamestown, and rural areas. We support processors, manufacturers, and distributors with practical, audit-ready compliance solutions.

Do you provide consulting for North Dakota’s meat and dairy industries?

Yes. We support USDA-regulated meat and poultry plants as well as dairy operations across the state.

Which certifications do you prepare facilities for?

We help companies achieve HACCP, SQF, GMP, FSMA Preventive Controls, FSMA 204 traceability, USDA, FDA, and GFSI certifications such as BRCGS and FSSC 22000.

How long does it take to be audit-ready?

Many North Dakota facilities are prepared in 45–90 days after a gap assessment. Larger or more complex operations may require longer timelines.

Do you support grain and oilseed processors in rural areas?

Yes, we work with agricultural processors across rural North Dakota to build compliant, audit-ready systems.

Can you assist if my company failed an audit?

Absolutely. We provide corrective action consulting, update documentation, and retrain staff to ensure readiness for recertification.

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