What are the responsibilities and job description for the Regulatory Specialist position at Actalent?
Description
Our organization is a long-established manufacturer and innovator within the food and beverage ingredient space, specializing in natural, clean-label solutions. We support a diverse customer base with ingredients and systems designed to improve flavor, functionality, shelf life, and overall product performance. With multiple U.S.-based production facilities and vertically integrated capabilities, we partner closely with customers to help bring high-quality, compliant products to market efficiently and responsibly.
The Regulatory Specialist plays a key support role within the Regulatory and Innovation teams, assisting with documentation, compliance activities, and regulatory research. This position is ideal for an early-career regulatory professional looking to build hands-on experience in food and beverage regulations while working cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams.
The position contributes to ensuring regulatory accuracy, data integrity, and compliance with applicable domestic and international requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare, update, and maintain regulatory documentation including technical data sheets (TDS), safety data sheets (SDS), allergen statements, nutritional information, GMO and other compliance certifications, and customer-facing regulatory materials.
Maintain accurate, complete regulatory data within internal databases and document management systems.
Collect, review, and manage raw material regulatory documentation to support product compliance.
Respond to regulatory and documentation requests from internal teams such as Sales, R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, and Customer Service, as well as external customers and documentation portals.
Assist with basic regulatory reviews of ingredients, formulations, and product labeling under the guidance of regulatory personnel.
Support ingredient qualification activities and regulatory data collection for new and existing products.
Participate in regulatory assessments related to new product development and reformulation projects.
Help ensure regulatory documentation and product information comply with applicable U.S. and international food and ingredient regulations.
Monitor regulatory updates and emerging requirements and assist in assessing potential product or process impacts.
Conduct regulatory research to support compliance initiatives, internal inquiries, and continuous improvement projects.
Collaborate cross-functionally to address routine regulatory questions and provide timely regulatory support.
Assist with audit preparation, customer visits, and compliance-related reviews as assigned.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Quality, or a related scientific field preferred.
1–2 years of experience in the food, beverage, flavor, ingredient, or consumer packaged goods industry preferred.
Basic familiarity with FDA and USDA regulations.
Experience preparing regulatory documents is a plus.
HACCP / SQF Experience
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Indianapolis, IN.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $70000.00/yr.
Benefits & Compensation Competitive paid time off and paid holidays Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) plan with company match Tuition reimbursement Health and wellness programs Final compensation will be based on factors such as location, education, skills, and experience.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis,IN.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 23, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000