Regulatory Compliance Manager
About The Position
Kinder’s is seeking an experienced, results-oriented Regulatory Compliance Manager to help ensure its products and packaging comply with FDA, USDA, and third-party regulatory guidelines and the company’s quality standards. The role partners with company leaders, cross-functional teams, and external resources to support regulatory compliance and consistent delivery of high-quality products. The manager oversees regulatory review and approval of product labels, packaging, advertising, and consumer-facing content; applies current and proposed regulations to specific products and labeling situations; and maintains regulatory and product information systems and documentation. The role also works with Innovation, R&D, Manufacturing, and other departments throughout the product lifecycle, providing guidance on labeling requirements. The position is located in Kinder’s Walnut Creek, California office. Most work happens in the office, with flexibility to work outside the office when needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- 5–10 years of relevant experience in food labeling or regulatory compliance in the food industry.
- Excellent understanding of FDA and USDA food labeling regulations.
- Familiarity with nutrition labeling software.
- Experience with USDA label submission and approval systems.
- Ability to interpret and evaluate product packaging, nutrition facts panels, ingredient statements, and allergen statements.
- Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Collaborative business partner who can help internal and external stakeholders identify win-win solutions, align on a course of action, and deliver committed outcomes.
- Accuracy, thoroughness, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and ability to collect and use quantitative data to support effective decision-making.
Nice To Haves
- Degree in food science, nutrition, or a related field.
- Experience in CPG product development or food manufacturing.
- Experience in an organization driving rapid innovation, product launches, and product development.
Responsibilities
- Use regulatory labeling methods and systems to ensure products and packaging comply with applicable regulatory and third-party requirements.
- Ensure labels and documentation comply with regulations and accurately reflect product formulations and ingredients.
- Review and approve labeling materials, including nutrition facts panels, ingredient lists, allergen statements, and other regulatory copy.
- Review and approve advertising materials and other consumer-facing content.
- Monitor current and proposed food regulations and serve as a liaison for labeling regulatory compliance within Kinder’s.
- Evaluate and apply regulations to specific product types and labeling situations.
- Maintain and update databases containing product specifications, nutritional information, ingredient lists, and allergen declarations.
- Use software and systems to manage and track labeling information.
- Prepare and maintain label transmittals and other documentation for regulatory submissions.
- Partner with Innovation, R&D, Manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams to support compliance throughout the product lifecycle.
- Provide other departments with guidance and support on labeling requirements.
- Perform other responsibilities as required by the business or leadership.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 401(k)
- Bonus or incentive eligibility
- Equity grants
- Competitive health benefits
- Family-friendly benefits, including parental leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
