Support the company on regulatory issues and opportunities with a specific focus on operational regulatory oversight and plant compliance
Lead and support projects, programs, and processes to ensure regulatory compliance
Work cross-functionally with functional and operating groups on regulatory topics impacting manufacturing operations
Provide regulatory management and oversight with particular focus on special situations and plant-level regulatory agency support
Support regulatory oversight of manufacturing operations to ensure compliance with applicable regulations
Partner cross-functionally to communicate current and emerging regulatory issues, opportunities, and their impact on operations, products, and product technology
Identify opportunities to leverage regulations to provide competitive advantage
Provide regulatory guidance and respond to operational compliance questions
Support development and maintenance of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points and Food Safety Plans
Identify and engage internal resources to address tactical regulatory topics
Assist Regulatory Affairs leadership in implementing programs that improve efficiency, speed, and quality of regulatory responses
Provide training related to new regulatory developments
Support manufacturing facilities in responding to regulatory findings
Provide focused regulatory support to an assigned facility during the initial months of employment
Travel extensively to manufacturing facilities to support regulatory needs

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
Five to ten years of food industry regulatory experience
Deep knowledge of Food and Drug Administration and United States Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service regulations and requirements
Proven experience researching regulatory issues and leading resolution efforts at manufacturing facilities
Proactive, goal-oriented approach to supporting business objectives
Strong initiative, creativity, and experience managing multiple priorities simultaneously
Solid understanding of food product development, manufacturing processes, food safety, and allergens
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office products, Adobe, and Systems, Applications, and Products in Data Processing Product Lifecycle Management systems
Willingness to travel 75% up to 100% of the time to manufacturing facilities

Regulatory Affairs Manager

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