Regulatory Technical Manager

Kitchen Food Company Limited; Hopkinsville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kitchen Food Company is seeking a highly qualified Food Safety & Quality professional to lead compliance with FDA/USDA and FSMA, oversee nutrient labeling and packaging validation, and promote a culture of quality across the organization.

The successful candidate will work with Marketing, R&D, QA and other departments, ensuring accurate documentation and regulatory knowledge to support sustainable growth.

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification in a science or food technology field or equivalent.
• Strong technical background with extensive (10+ years) experience in food manufacturing.
• Deep understanding of FDA, USDA, FSMA regulations, allergen requirements, and NLEA standards.
• Familiarity with PLM software, ERP systems, and nutritional analysis software (Genesis).
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to work cohesively with all departments and stakeholders and drive a Food Safety & Quality Culture.
• Effective project management and time management skills.
• Highly articulate with excellent communication skills.
• Dedicated with a strong work ethic and a can-do attitude.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Self-driven and motivated.

Responsibilities

• Promote and support the food safety focused culture with a commitment to strong team engagement, mentoring and cultural change
• Maintain close working relationships with key stakeholders in the business
• Promote and advocate continuous improvement in quality and food safety
• Participate in developing future strategies and policies on food safety and quality as the company grows and expands
• Analyze and approve consumer-facing packaging, unit labels, and case codes to ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, and other governing bodies
• Create and validate Nutrition Facts panels, ingredient statements, and allergen declarations based on product formulation data
• Review and approve marketing claims to ensure they meet federal regulations and can be backed by scientific documentation
• Review technical documentation, COAs, and specification sheets from raw material suppliers to guarantee they meet internal and legal standards
• Stay updated on evolving food laws and communicate these regulatory changes to Marketing, R&D, and QA teams
• Maintain accurate formulations, specification sheets, and regulatory data required for both internal systems and customer/retailer portals

Skills

FDA/USDA knowledge

Food safety culture

Project management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Regulatory compliance

Education

Science/food degree

Tools

Genesis Nutrition software

PLM software

ERP systems

Job description

Kitchen Food Company is a leading manufacturer of high-quality food products, serving customers across the country. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainable practices. Join our team and be part of our continued success.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Promote and support the food safety focused culture with a commitment to strong team engagement, mentoring and cultural change
• Maintain close working relationships with key stakeholders in the business
• Promote and advocate continuous improvement in quality and food safety
• Participate in developing future strategies and policies on food safety and quality as the company grows and expands
• Analyze and approve consumer-facing packaging, unit labels, and case codes to ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, and other governing bodies
• Create and validate Nutrition Facts panels, ingredient statements, and allergen declarations based on product formulation data
• Review and approve marketing claims (e.g., "Organic," "Non-GMO," "Gluten-Free," "Heart-Healthy") to ensure they meet federal regulations and can be backed by scientific documentation
• Review technical documentation, Certificates of Analysis (COAs), and specification sheets from raw material suppliers to guarantee they meet internal and legal standards
• Stay updated on evolving food laws and communicate these regulatory changes to Marketing, R&D, and Quality Assurance (QA) teams
• Maintain accurate formulations, specification sheets, and regulatory data required for both internal systems and customer/retailer portals.

KEY QUALITIES:

Qualifications, Skills & Experience (Essential):

• Degree level qualification in a science or food technology field or equivalent
• Strong technical background with extensive (10+ years experience) in food manufacturing
• Deep understanding of FDA, USDA, FSMA regulations, allergen requirements, and NLEA (Nutrition Labeling and Education Act) standards
• Familiarity with PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) software, ERP systems, and nutritional analysis software (e.g., Genesis)
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to work cohesively with all departments and key stakeholders within the business and ability to drive a Food Safety & Quality Culture
• Effective project management and time management skills
• Highly articulate with excellent communication skills
• Dedicated with a strong work ethic & “can do” attitude
• High attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Ability to work under pressure with pace and energy to meet deadlines
• Self-driven and motivated

Physical Requirements:

• May require flexibility to support off-shift operations, weekends, or emergency situations

This statement of duties is intended to give an indication of the scope and nature of work that an employee at this level may be expected to perform. However, the statement does not restrict the employer’s right to require the employee to perform any task that is within the employee’s competency and skill which is reasonably incidental to or associated with the position held.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal or Kentucky state law.

We are committed to providing reasonableaccommodationto qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process,in accordance withapplicable laws.