J&J Snack Foods Corp · 1 day ago
Regulatory Compliance Specialist
NJ - Mount Laurel
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expJ&J Snack Foods is a leader in the snack food industry, providing a variety of branded snack foods to foodservice and retail outlets across the U.S. The Regulatory Compliance Specialist will be responsible for ensuring that product information complies with all relevant regulations and customer requirements, including labeling and documentation, while also supporting product development and compliance initiatives.
Food ProcessingHospitalitySnack Food
Responsibilities
Verifies label content and provides approval on all finished product labels by applying a thorough knowledge of federal, state, local, and international food labeling requirements
Aids management in risk evaluation/mitigation efforts related to product labeling, claim verification, and allergen assessments
Completes and reviews all records or calculations which include but is not limited to creditable juice percentage, added sugars, nutrient content claims, issue resolution/findings, and creditable protein/grains
Create labels that comply with applicable international requirements
Aids with the completion of all customers requested documentation and required domestic/international documentation
Identifies, interprets, and reports relevant regulations to ensure regulatory compliance and to minimize risks by applying working knowledge of domestic and international food laws
Participate in cross functional meetings that support product innovation and change
Aids with reporting and evaluation of ingredient compliance initiatives
Researches and provides information to aid in addressing customer's technical questions about finished products, when related to labeling or documentation
Resolves complex problems by applying extensive technical knowledge and experience
Maintains accurate and complete records, in compliance with applicable recording keeping requirements, to ensure product traceability and data integrity
Effectively communicates technical and regulatory data and recommendations by appropriately tailoring content and approach to the intended audience
Monitors industry relevant publications for insight on potential risks, regulatory changes or trends and communicates findings to team management
Works with internal departments, customers, vendors, and team members to successfully accomplish tasks
Responds to urgent business needs with accuracy, completeness, and professionalism
Assists the Regulatory Compliance Manager with internal compliance training initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Food Science, Food Safety, or related field
Minimum 2 years' labeling experience in the food industry
Knowledge of federal, local, state, & international food regulations
Experience with Genesis R&D required
Experience working successfully within a time-sensitive, process-driven environment
Ability to interpret and apply federal, local, state, and international food laws and regulations
Working knowledge of FDA, USDA, and international labeling requirements
Strong knowledge of domestic and international food regulations and the governing bodies endorsing them
Capable of quickly researching, interpreting, and applying regulations to specific topics
Strong understanding of identity preserved certification requirements
Detail-oriented, organized, efficient and resourceful with strong problem-solving skills
Demonstrate business acumen through issue identification, risk management, and cross-functional consensus building
High degree of adaptability to engage effectively with all levels and styles of employees and management
Self-motivated, can operate autonomously while working collaboratively with other cross-functional team members
Capable of managing simultaneous workloads, multiple customer demands and shifting priorities within a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
Ability to handle complexity and judgment to meet business needs
Capable of taking independent initiative; and achieve results to benefit the department and company
Respectable professional persona and act as a representative for the department
Excellent organization and time management skills
Proficient in all Office Programs: Excel, PPT and Word
Company
J&J Snack Foods Corp
J&J Snack Foods Corp.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2012-01-23Equity Crowdfunding
1986-02-14IPO
Leadership Team
Dan Fachner
President & CEO
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