Regulatory Affairs Technician

Nassau Candy•Hicksville, NY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently hiring a detail-oriented Regulatory Affairs Technician – Food Labeling with three + years of experience to join our Regulatory Affairs team. This role is responsible for reviewing, developing, and maintaining compliant product labels, specifications, and regulatory documentation for private label, branded, and bulk food products across the U.S. and Canada. This position is ideal for someone with a strong understanding of food labeling regulations, product specifications, and commercialization processes, who can effectively support cross-functional teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, or a related scientific field.
Minimum 3 years of experience in food regulatory affairs, labeling.
Strong knowledge of FDA labeling regulations (21 CFR); familiarity with CFIA requirements is a plus
Familiarity with QMS systems, SOPs, and controlled documentation
ESHA Genesis R&D / Trustwell (or similar nutrition analysis software)
Microsoft Excel & Word
SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, or similar collaboration tools
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organizational and documentation skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Analytical mindset with strong numerical aptitude
Self-starter with a proactive, can-do attitude
Passion for regulatory compliance, food labeling, and product integrity
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Responsibilities

Review and develop product labels to ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, and customer-specific requirements
Create and verify ingredient statements, Nutrition Facts Panels, and allergen declarations across a variety of food products (e.g., candy, snacks, specialty foods)
Develop and maintain technical product specifications, including internal specs and customer-facing specifications through external portals (e.g., Oracle or similar systems)
Submit and manage product data for commercialization, ensuring accuracy and completeness across systems
Evaluate and support product claims (e.g. kosher, non-GMO, RSPO, Fair Trade)
Collaborate with Product Development, Sales, QA, and the Art team throughout the label creation and approval process
Review and proof packaging artwork prior to print to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance
Maintain organized regulatory documentation, project folders, and customer records
Compile and manage raw material and finished product specifications in alignment with internal policies and customer requirements
Monitor and interpret U.S. and Canadian labeling regulations, communicating updates to internal teams
Manage supplier compliance documentation and support customer requests (e.g., allergen forms, spec sheets, COO documentation)
Support Regulatory Affairs and Operations with cross-functional projects and assignments