Regulatory Affairs Specialist

At CJ Schwan’s, we don’t just make food — we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria, to families enjoying pie during the holidays, our team members play an important role in bringing those everyday moments to life. Our portfolio includes iconic pizzas, global flavors and timeless desserts from brands like Red Baron®, bibigo®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Freschetta®, Pagoda®, Edwards® and Mrs. Smith’s®. Enjoyed in homes, schools, restaurants and just about everywhere people shop and eat, our products reflect a commitment to quality, innovation and the power of food to bring people together. 

The Regulatory Affairs Specialist, based out of Bloomington, MN or Marshall, MN, is responsible for developing and maintaining product labeling that complies with FDA, FSIS, FNS, and international regulations. This role provides regulatory expertise to internal partners and delivers business-minded solutions that support compliance and innovation. 

What You Will Do:

• Develop, approve, and maintain product labeling in compliance with regulatory standards 

• Review ingredients, formulations, processing procedures, analytical data, and claims for labeling purposes 

• Create nutrition facts panels in compliance with FDA and USDA labeling regulations 

• Provide nutrition labeling expertise to internal partners in alignment with company guidelines and/or customers’ requirements 

• Partner with Product Development, Marketing, Food Safety and Quality, and Packaging to support new product development, reformulation, and label changes 

• Liaise with government agencies and internal partners to resolve labeling discrepancies  

• Research new product concepts to determine appropriate labeling and regulatory requirements 

• Maintain accurate internal records to support labeling compliance and documentation requirements 

• Educate internal teams on current and emerging labeling regulations 

• Provide technical regulatory support to cross-functional teams  

What We Look For:

• Bachelor’s degree in food science, Nutrition, Biological Sciences, or related field 

• 3 years’ experience in food regulatory affairs, labeling, and nutrition compliance 

• Self-motivated, highly organized, and detail-oriented; able to manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment 

• Strong understanding of U.S. and international food regulations, with eagerness to expand knowledge 

• Experience with product development and imported products, with familiarity with Canada and Mexico labeling regulations a plus 

What We Offer:

The base salary range for this position is $58,500 to $97,500 annually with eligibility for a 5% annual incentive bonus that is based on organizational performance. The pay range represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to education, skills, work experience, certifications, geography etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. 

Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall well-being, including comprehensive health benefits, time off programs, and retirement and financial offerings.

CJ Schwan’s and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, or any other protected characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. For accommodation requests or assistance with the application, please email career.search@schwans.com.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor of Science degree (U.S. or foreign) or equivalent in Food Science, Dairy Science, Foods &Nutrition Studies, Biological Sciences, or related field

Years of Related Experience: 3-5 years related experience

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Intermediate PC skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook etc. Intermediate communication, interpersonal and presentation skills. Working knowledge of product development from feasibilitythrough launch. Intermediate knowledge of Algebra, Geometry, and Chemistry. Basic to intermediate knowledge of foodprocessing. Working knowledge of the operations of government agencies. Good understanding of food ingredient usesand functionality. Solid ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, andoffer solutions. Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Nutrition or related field preferred; ability to taste andingest any type of food product currently under development

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the job. An individual must be able to perform all ofthe duties and responsibilities listed in a fully competent manner to be considered successful in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individualswith disabilities to perform essential duties and responsibilities.

Salary : $58,500 - $97,500