Labeling Compliance Specialist

Kettle Cuisine, LLC.; United States; A distancia; USD 39.000 - 47.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Bonus program

Comprehensive benefits

Remote work option

Descripción de la vacante

Kettle Cuisine, LLC. seeks a Labeling Compliance Specialist to ensure accurate, compliant labeling for our products across packaging and claims. You will review artwork, ingredient statements, allergens, Nutrition Facts, and claims while supporting USDA/FSIS, FDA, and international requirements.

You will maintain label approvals, evaluate changes, and support submissions with a focus on accuracy, timelines, and collaboration across QA, operations, and product development.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Regulatory Affairs, or a related field.
• Two or more years of experience in food labeling, regulatory compliance, quality, or technical services.
• Working knowledge of FDA and USDA/FSIS labeling, allergens, claims, Nutrition Facts, and product naming.
• Strong proofreading, document-control, database, and project-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple reviews and deadlines with a high degree of accuracy.

Responsabilidades

• Review artwork, pack copy, product names, ingredient statements, allergens, Nutrition Facts, claims, directions, heating instructions, handling statements, and legal statements.
• Support USDA/FSIS, FDA, state, international, organic, GFCO, and customer-specific requirements.
• Confirm approved label information matches the current formula, specification, packaging, and production site.
• Evaluate raw material, process, and supplier changes, as well as customer requests for labeling impact.
• Prepare or maintain label submissions, approvals, exceptions, correspondence, and supporting records.
• Support standards-of-identity, claim, certification, Prop 65, and product-naming determinations.
• Maintain controlled databases for label approvals, revisions, effective dates, and substantiation.
• Support customer portals, technical questionnaires, audits, and regulatory inquiries.

Conocimientos

Proofreading

Document control

Project management

Attention to detail

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Regulatory Affairs, or a related field

Descripción del empleo

At the heart of our company is a deep passion for creating fresh, healthy, and artisan-quality food that brings people together. We honor the craft of artisan cooking, using scratch-made stocks, hand-chopped herbs, and only the highest-quality ingredients, complemented by cutting-edge technology. This allows us to deliver consistently safe, exceptional products on a large scale.

But it’s not just about the food. Our culture is built on principles that shape how we grow, both as individuals and as a team. One of our core values, Honoring Development, guides us to actively seek out, celebrate, and nurture one another’s talents, strengths, and interests. By fostering each other’s growth, we strengthen our relationships and capabilities, driving both personal and professional success.

We also believe in Honoring Each Other. We surround ourselves with passionate people who share our love for great food. Through mutual respect and collaboration, we create an environment where employees are empowered to thrive, building trusting, and rewarding relationships with our clients, partners, and one another.

If you’re looking for a place where your skills, passion, and ideas can flourish, we invite you to explore the opportunities available within our dynamic and supportive team.

Job Description

The Labeling Compliance Specialist supports accurate, compliant, and timely labeling and pack-copy execution for Kettle Cuisine products. The role reviews artwork and label information, evaluates ingredient and process changes for labeling impact, supports USDA/FSIS and FDA requirements, and maintains approval records.

Responsibilities

Review artwork, pack copy, product names, ingredient statements, allergens, Nutrition Facts, claims, directions, heating instructions, handling statements, and legal statements. Support USDA/FSIS, FDA, state, international, organic, GFCO, and customer-specific requirements.

Confirm approved label information matches the current formula, specification, packaging, and production site.

Evaluate raw material, process, and supplier changes, as well as customer requests for labeling impact.

Prepare or maintain label submissions, approvals, exceptions, correspondence, and supporting records. Support standards-of-identity, claim, certification, Prop 65, and product-naming determinations.

Maintain controlled databases for label approvals, revisions, effective dates, and substantiation.

Support customer portals, technical questionnaires, audits, and regulatory inquiries.

Qualifications (Education / Experience / Skills)

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Regulatory Affairs, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.

Two or more years of experience in food labeling, regulatory compliance, quality, or technical services.

Working knowledge of FDA and USDA/FSIS labeling, allergens, claims, Nutrition Facts, and product naming.

Strong proofreading, document-control, database, and project-management skills.

Ability to manage multiple reviews and deadlines with a high degree of accuracy.

Success Measures

Label and artwork reviews are accurate, documented, and completed within agreed timelines.

Label changes are linked to the correct formula, specification, customer requirement, and approval record.

Potential noncompliance is identified before artwork approval.

As a Leader Within the Kettle Cuisine Team, You Are Expected To

Model and support Kettle Cuisine’s Core Values and safety culture.

Develop individual team members and their careers.

Create a culture of accountability and performance.

Drive a focus on quality assurance and continuous improvement.

Plan work, track results, and resolve issues.

Required Attributes

Self-directed, detail-oriented, and committed to regulatory accuracy.

Positive, collaborative, and able to build effective cross‑functional relationships.

Organized and able to manage competing reviews and deadlines.

Strong analytical, proofreading, problem‑solving, and communication skills.

Willing to address difficult situations with patience and respect.

Enthusiastic about food and committed to safe, high‑quality products.

Pay Range for Labeling Compliance Specialist

The Labeling Compliance Specialist base pay range $28.00 - 34.00 USD/hourly. The listed salary range represents Kettle Cuisine’s good faith estimate for this position and represents the minimum and maximum for new hire salaries for the Remote location only. Ranges will be reviewed on a regular basis. An employee’s rate of pay within the range is determined by their qualifications, relevant experience, and demonstrated performance over time. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical to allow for future and continued salary growth. The Labeling Compliance Specialist position is eligible for our comprehensive benefits package. Kettle Cuisine and all its legal entities comply with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

This position is also eligible for a target bonus of 10%.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Kettle Cuisine complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws. This means we will not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability in any phase of the employment relationship including application for employment, hiring, promotions and/or advancement opportunities, termination, compensation, training and any other conditions or privileges of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kettle Cuisine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions at Kettle Cuisine are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Kettle Cuisine will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Core Values

Kettle Cuisine takes the utmost pride in its people, products and reputation. Each employee is expected to understand and live our Core Values every day.