Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Schwan's Company•Marshall, MN

13d•$75,000 - $99,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Regulatory Affairs Specialist, based out of our La Palma, CA corporate office and R&D Center, is responsible for developing and maintaining product labeling that complies with FDA, FSIS, FNS, and international regulations. This role provides regulatory expertise to internal partners and delivers business-minded solutions that support compliance and innovation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in food science, Nutrition, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or related field
3+ years’ experience in food regulatory affairs, labeling, and nutrition compliance
Self-motivated, highly organized, and detail-oriented; able to manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong understanding of U.S. and international food regulations, with eagerness to expand knowledge

Nice To Haves

Korean speaking/bilingual preferred
Experience with imported and exported products, with familiarity with Canada and Mexico labeling regulations a plus

Responsibilities

Develop, approve, and maintain product labeling in compliance with regulatory standards
Review ingredients, formulations, processing procedures, analytical data, and claims for labeling purposes
Create nutrition facts panels in compliance with FDA and USDA labeling regulations
Provide nutrition labeling expertise to internal partners in alignment with company guidelines and/or customers’ requirements
Partner with Product Development, Marketing, Food Safety and Quality, and Packaging to support new product development, reformulation, and label changes
Liaise with government agencies and internal partners to resolve labeling discrepancies
Research new product concepts to determine appropriate labeling and regulatory requirements
Maintain accurate internal records to support labeling compliance and documentation requirements
Educate internal teams on current and emerging labeling regulations
Provide technical regulatory support to cross-functional teams