What are the responsibilities and job description for the Regulatory Affairs Associate position at Actalent?
Job Description
The Regulatory Affairs Associate supports the Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs Director in ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. This includes regulations related to colors and plant-based ingredients used in food & beverages and pet food. The position reports to the Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs Director and is based in Dallas, NC.
Essential Functions:
1. Tracks, monitors, and communicates all current, proposed, and new regulations that may impact the company to appropriate internal stakeholders.
2. Independently researches regulatory information in accordance with US FDA, USDA, and Canadian and Mexican regulations.
3. Researches and prepares timely, accurate responses to customer inquiries regarding the regulatory status of products, including specifications, allergens, labeling, nutrition, claims, GMO, Organic, and other certifications.
4. Creates and maintains up-to-date regulatory statements.
5. Reviews and approves finished product specifications, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and labels to ensure regulatory compliance.
6. Conducts regulatory assessments for new ingredients and new product launches.
7. Supports the Quality team in new supplier approvals.
8. Supports various departments (R&D, QA, Production, Sales & Marketing, Agriculture) regarding regulatory topics.
9. Trains internal teams on regulatory topics and updates.
10. Handles tasks and assignments as needed to meet the needs of the business.
Additional References::
❖ Keep up to date with changes in regulatory legislation and guidelines.
❖ Complete all assigned safety training in a timely manner.
❖ Stay current with all required training and ensure timely completion.
❖ Follow the Company's established processes, procedures, and policies, ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements, Safe Quality Food (SQF) standards, and product quality guidelines.
❖ Maintain a collaborative team mindset while actively supporting Food Safety culture.
❖ Maintain a clean and organized work environment, ensure your clothing is neat at all times, and support colleagues in adhering to hygiene standards.
Skills:
Regulatory, Fda, food science
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Dallas, NC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $80000.00/yr.
Benefits: Full benefits package, including company-paid, high-quality medical coverage for employees and their families
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Dallas,NC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Dec 17, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $70,000 - $80,000