Regulatory Affairs Specialist - Food

WaveCrest Staffing Group; San Fernando (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

WaveCrest Staffing Group is seeking an experienced Regulatory Affairs Specialist III to oversee domestic and international regulatory compliance for food, flavor, and beverage products. You will review regulations, prepare documentation for registrations, and provide guidance to less experienced regulatory professionals.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Food Science, or related field, 3–5 years of regulatory affairs experience, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Food Science, or another scientific discipline.
• 3–5 years of regulatory affairs experience.
• Experience with Halal, Kosher, and Organic certification processes.
• Experience with international regulations preferred.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and internet applications.

Responsibilities

• Review regulations and supplier documentation to ensure international compliance of raw materials and maintain compliance databases.
• Review finished product formulas, labels, and ingredient statements for domestic and international regulatory compliance.
• Prepare documentation for international ingredient registration, customs requests, and customer product certifications.
• Support SDS preparation and provide international GHS guidance.
• Research and interpret domestic and international regulations.
• Manage regulatory and technical supplier documentation as part of the supplier approval process.
• Prepare product documentation covering allergens, GMO, bioengineered ingredients, country of origin, vegan, natural, and other customer requirements.
• Maintain product regulatory records and coordinate Halal, Kosher, and Organic certifications.
• Submit products for TTB approval and generate FIDS for management review.

Skills

Regulatory affairs

GHS knowledge

Documentation management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry / Food Science or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Regulatory databases

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Regulatory Affairs Specialist III with a background in food, flavor, and/or beverage products. This individual will oversee domestic and international regulatory compliance, support product certifications, and provide guidance and training to less experienced regulatory professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review regulations and supplier documentation to ensure international compliance of raw materials and maintain compliance databases.
• Review finished product formulas, labels, and ingredient statements for domestic and international regulatory compliance.
• Prepare documentation for international ingredient registration, customs requests, and customer product certifications.
• Support SDS preparation and provide international GHS guidance.
• Research and interpret domestic and international regulations.
• Manage regulatory and technical supplier documentation as part of the supplier approval process.
• Prepare product documentation covering allergens, GMO, bioengineered ingredients, country of origin, vegan, natural, and other customer requirements.
• Maintain product regulatory records and coordinate Halal, Kosher, and Organic certifications.
• Submit products for TTB approval and generate FIDS for management review.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Food Science, or another scientific discipline.
• 3–5 years of relevant regulatory affairs experience.
• Experience with Halal, Kosher, and Organic certification processes.
• Experience with international regulations preferred.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and internet applications.