Senior Regulatory Affairs - Food Manufacturing

Nassau Candy is one of the largest US wholesale manufacturers of specialty and private label confections, supplying many of the national retailers and independent stores across the country.

In addition to Nassau Candy-made creations, we import and distribute the most sought-after confectionery, soda, gourmet food, and natural brands, including health, beauty and household care.

But Nassau Candy isn’t just candy! We are also parent company to NC Custom, the promotional arm of our business and home to the following industry-leading brands: Chocolate Inn/Taylor & Grant (edibles), Lanco (promotional hard goods), SPD Shoreline (apparel and soft goods), ACE (outdoor apparel and drinkware), and Fresh Beginnings (baked goods).

We are currently hiring a well-rounded Senior Regulatory Affairs Manager to join our growing QC team.

Position Responsibilities

• Provide deep technical support for FDA and Labeling Compliance.
• Review and assess Raw Material Specifications, Formulations, and Food Labels for Compliance with applicable Government Regulations, NC standards and Customer Requirements.
• Develop nutritional panels, ingredients statements and product specifications for all new products as well as review and verify nutritional and ingredient information of existing products ensuring data is current and accurate meeting CFR Code of Federal Regulations- Title 21- FDA.
• Respond to Technical requests from customers, portals, and questionnaires.
• Support All NC company Art Dept. Initiatives and Requests. Review and verify nutritional and ingredient information of existing products ensuring data is current and accurate. Proofread final mechanicals received from the art department prior to print. Work closely with internal departments to ensure that all product labeling and packaging plans adhere to company policy and federal regulations.
• Maintain electronic project folders and accounts details. Compile data and documents accordingly for the development of individual product specification sheets and raw material specifications as needed.
• Support the ongoing development of FDA regulations and Customer requirements.
• Work on other projects as assigned by the Operations Manager and VP.

Other Competencies:

• Expert knowledge of CFR Code of Federal Regulations- Title 21- FDA
• Expertise in laws and regulations governing product labeling.
• Highly detail oriented with Superior proofreading, organizational, time management and analytical skills.
• Assist Regulatory Affairs, Operations Manager with projects as assigned.
• Work with TEAM on priority projects as needed.
• Continual assessment of processes and recommend best practices.
• Canadian Food Labeling (a plus).
• Self- Starter with the ability to multi-task in a very fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word; nutrition software a plus.
• Able to communicate technical and regulatory information to broad audiences.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in food science or related discipline
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills and ability to translate (English/Spanish) a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a regulatory capacity, preferably in the food industry.
• Expert knowledge of Food Regulatory. Knowledge of NON-GMO Project Verified a plus.
• Numerical and analytical aptitude
• Highly detail oriented
• Well-developed organizational, follow up and discipline skills.
• Self- Starter
• PC literacy – proficient in database and spreadsheet software
• Ability to multi-task and take charge of projects.

We Offer:

• Competitive Salary / Annual Reviews
• Medical / Dental / Vision / AFLAC / Pet Insurance!
• 401 (k)
• Entrepreneurial culture…and more!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer