Regulatory Specialist — Food Labeling & Compliance

Miniat Holdings; South Holland (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, dental

Discretionary bonus up to 12%

401(k) with matching

120 hours PTO first year

Job summary

The Regulatory Specialist at Miniat supports product compliance and data across Miniat and South Chicago Packing, reporting to the VP-Food Safety & Regulatory Affairs. You will prepare and maintain labels, nutrition information, and certifications in Infor PLM and other systems, coordinating with partners and escalating complex items as needed.

You will review formulas, maintain specifications, and support claims research, packaging compliance, and audits, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Regulatory Affairs, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 3+ years of experience in food labeling, regulatory affairs, product compliance, or related function in USDA- or FDA-regulated environment.
• Experience reviewing labels, ingredients, formulas, specifications, nutrition information, or related technical records.
• Working knowledge of food labeling, ingredients, standards of identity, product certifications, or packaging compliance requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain detailed records, learn new technical concepts, and work independently after appropriate training.
• Strong written communication, organization, problem-solving, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain labels, ingredient statements, allergen declarations, nutrition information, and regulatory records.
• Review formulas, ingredients, processing information, specifications, and label proofs for accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare USDA label submissions and maintain approval records and supporting documentation.
• Research and maintain support for product and marketing claims, including natural, gluten-free, sustainability, and other regulated or substantiated claims.
• Escalate questions or compliance concerns to the VP – Food Safety & Regulatory Affairs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Project management

Independent work

Written communication

MS 365 proficiency

Education

Food Science/Regulatory Affairs degree or related field

Tools

Infor PLM for Process

PLM systems

ERP systems

Database systems

Job description

The Regulatory Specialist at Miniat supports product compliance and data across Miniat and South Chicago Packing, reporting to the VP-Food Safety & Regulatory Affairs. You will prepare and maintain labels, nutrition information, and certifications in Infor PLM and other systems, coordinating with partners and escalating complex items as needed.

You will review formulas, maintain specifications, and support claims research, packaging compliance, and audits, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and