REGULATORY SPECIALIST

Regulatory Specialist

• Interpret and apply USDA FSIS regulations to ensure compliant labeling for all red meat and poultry products.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (Marketing, Nutrition, QA, R&D, Insights/Innovation) to support product development and market readiness.
• Monitor regulatory updates and assess impacts on products, claims, and labeling requirements.
• Research and interpret regulations to address internal and external customer inquiries.
• Review specifications, BOMs, ingredient documents, allergen statements, nutrition data, and customer graphics to ensure regulatory and company compliance.
• Create, review, and approve ingredient statements, allergen declarations, Nutrition Facts Panels, claims, and standards of identity.
• Prepare and review documentation required for USDA and other regulatory or certification agencies.
• Review and validate artwork, packaging, and product specifications for regulatory accuracy.
• Review and validate claims such as NAE, Organic, Halal, Gluten Free, AMS, Non‑GMO, Child Nutrition, and animal‑raising claims.
• Communicate with external vendors (label suppliers, label printers, USDA consultants, ingredient suppliers, co‑manufacturers).
• Ensure accuracy and consistency across specifications, USDA label submissions/approvals, and ingredient documentation.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree in a food industry based program or related discipline preferred.
• Related professional experience within food industry or packaging and labeling experience required. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and SAP preferred.
• Knowledge of USDA and/or FDA preferred.
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and external vendors / customers.
• Capacity to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Can perform the functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• As a salaried position with the company, you may be required to travel at some point to other facilities, to attend Company events, or as a representative of the Company in other situations. Unless otherwise specified in this posting, the amount of travel may vary and the most qualified candidate must be willing and able to travel as business needs dictate.

• Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
• Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays;
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
• Base salary range of $55,000 - 65,000;
• Incentive Pay: This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus plan, the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program; and

• Career Development:Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs.