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Kevin's Natural Foods · 3 weeks ago

Senior Manager Regulatory Affairs

Stockton, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$150K/yr - $170K/yr

6+ years exp

Kevin's Natural Foods is a company focused on delivering clean and delicious food options. The Senior Manager of Regulatory Affairs will lead the regulatory strategy and ensure compliance with relevant regulations while collaborating with various departments to bring compliant, high-quality products to market.

Food and BeverageManufacturing

Hiring Manager

Shania Johnson

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain KNF’s regulatory policies, procedures, and compliance programs for product labeling and associated product claims in alignment with company goals

Monitor, interpret, and communicate changes in FDA, USDA/FSIS, FSMA, and applicable international regulations; proactively assess impact and recommend actions

Ensure compliance with applicable product certifications and claims, including (as applicable): Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified, Paleo, Gluten-free and other customer or market-driven requirements

Serve as KNF’s primary regulatory contact for customers, auditors, and regulatory agencies

Oversee review and approval of product labels, packaging artwork, and claims to ensure compliance with ingredient statements, Nutrition Facts, allergens, and all other requirements

Maintain and manage regulatory documentation, including product specifications, statements of compliance, technical data sheets, and import/export documentation and associated document control systems

Partner closely with Marketing and R&D to ensure claims and messaging are compliant while supporting brand objectives

Provide labeling regulatory guidance and education to internal teams including R&D, Quality, Operations, Sales, and Marketing

Support innovation and renovation projects by ensuring regulatory requirements are integrated early in the development process

Prepare and deliver reporting on regulatory risks, trends, and compliance status to leadership

Represent KNF at industry forums, customer meetings, and professional associations as appropriate

Other duties as assigned and necessary

Qualification

Regulatory strategyFDA complianceUSDA complianceFood safety standardsRegulatory documentationLabeling regulationsProduct certificationsCommunication skillsAttention to detailProject management