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Regulatory Affairs Specialist - Food Manufacturing

We're seeking an experienced Regulatory Affairs Specialist to join our growing team and lead regulatory compliance initiatives for our diverse portfolio of food, flavor, and beverage products. This role requires a seasoned professional who can mentor junior staff while navigating complex domestic and international regulatory landscapes. Hours: M-F 8-5 Type: Contract to hire Pay: $30-$35/hour Location: Onsite in San Fernando Valley, CA

Key Responsibilities

• Regulatory Documentation & Compliance Management - Collect, review, and maintain comprehensive regulatory and technical documentation from suppliers while ensuring compliance with company standards throughout the supplier approval process.
• Product Documentation & Certification Support - Generate critical product documentation including allergen statements, GMO declarations, ingredient profiles, and country of origin certifications while supporting customer product certification requirements.
• International Compliance & Registration - Analyze international regulations for raw materials and finished products, maintain compliance databases, and prepare documentation for ingredient registration across various foreign markets.
• Safety Data Sheet Production & Training - Lead SDS creation processes, provide expert guidance to team members, and ensure proper understanding of safe shipping requirements across all product lines.

Minimum Requirements

• Educational Foundation - Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Food Science, or related scientific discipline with 3-5 years of proven regulatory affairs experience in food, flavor, or beverage industries.
• Certification Expertise - Demonstrated experience with Halal, Kosher, and Organic certification processes, with preferred knowledge of international regulatory frameworks.
• Technical & Analytical Skills - Strong problem-solving abilities using logic and reasoning, exceptional attention to detail, and high proficiency in MS Office Suite and database management systems.
• Communication & Leadership - Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience training and mentoring less experienced regulatory professionals.

This job description is a complete list of all desired skills, but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you! We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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