Regulatory & Specification Specialist

Good Foods Group LLC; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Foods seeks a Regulatory Specialist to maintain product specs, manage lifecycle updates, and collaborate with cross-functional teams through the product commercialization process.

You will oversee ingredient specifications, packaging compliance, and regulatory approvals while engaging with customers on finished product details.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or closely related discipline and 0–2 years of regulatory experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to present to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Cross-functional team collaboration with attention to detail and organization.

Responsibilities

• Maintain product, ingredient, raw material, and finished goods specifications in company systems and manage lifecycle updates.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain to assess ingredient specs, assign risk categories, and manage approvals.
• Develop ingredient specifications with cross-functional teams through the commercialization process.
• Administer regulatory approval process for marketing materials, labeling, and packaging to ensure compliance.
• Review FDA labeling, nutrition panels, and claims for accuracy; monitor related regulations.
• Serve as the first point of contact for customer inquiries related to finished product specifications.

Skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Access

Job description

At Good Foods, we’re all about bringing more good to more moments – from special parties to everyday snacking, our guacamole, salsas, dips, and spreads are thoughtfully made with ingredients you can see AND taste. We are a family owned and operated business since 2007 with our headquarters located in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. Our chef-created recipes with real ingredients, free from preservatives or artifical flavors. Our products come to life with vibrant textures and flavors thanks to innovative technology via High-Pressure Processing (HPP). We’re dedicated to bringing more goodness, joy and shared moments to every table through our commitment to quality, making meaningful connections and a curiosity that fuels innovation.

Job Responsibilities

Maintain product, ingredient, raw material, and finished goods specifications in company systems, including product lifecycle management and change management updates. Collaborate with Supply Chain to assess ingredient specifications, assign risk categories, and manage approvals and change management in company systems. Complete finished product specifications in partnership with cross-functional teams throughout the commercialization process. Partner with RDQ on secondary supplier ingredient approvals through ingredient specification verification and secure sub-ingredient specifications as needed. Develop ingredient specifications in the company software system. Serve as the first point of contact for customer inquiries related to finished product specifications. Develop draft specifications to support the sales and marketing process. Manage customer portals related to the creation and maintenance of customer specifications. Request and upload ingredient specifications to maintain accurate and current records in company systems. Administer and oversee the regulatory approval process for marketing materials, advertising materials, and packaging to ensure claims, labeling, product usage, nutrition information, and health claims are accurate and compliant with applicable regulations. Review and revise product labels for regulatory compliance. Review Nutrition Facts Panels for new product launches and product lifecycle management updates. Monitor and track current FDA regulations and warning letters related to food labeling, nutrition, claims, and food safety. Comply with all company rules, regulations, and policies. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Additional Skills

Must be 18 years of age or older. Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or a closely related discipline, such as Nutrition, Chemistry, or Toxicology, with 0–2 years of regulatory experience, including experience with food or beverage regulated products. Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information to technical and non-technical audiences. Skilled collaborator with experience working effectively on cross-functional teams. Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet agreed timelines, and demonstrate strong organizational skills. Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and planning skills with careful attention to detail and accuracy. Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access. Knowledge of the food industry preferred. Self-starter with the ability to work independently with limited supervision. Willingness and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

At Good Foods, we’re all about bringing more good to more moments – from special parties to everyday snacking, our guacamole, salsas, dips, and spreads are thoughtfully made with ingredients you can see AND taste. We are a family owned and operated business since 2007 with our headquarters located in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. Our chef-created recipes with real ingredients, free from preservatives or artificial flavors. Our products come to life with vibrant textures and flavors thanks to innovative technology via High-Pressure Processing (HPP). We’re dedicated to bringing more goodness, joy and shared moments to every table through our commitment to quality, making meaningful connections and a curiosity that fuels innovation.