Ken's Foods · 19 hours ago
R&D Regulatory Affairs Manager
Marlborough, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$85K/yr - $125K/yr
5+ years expKen's Foods is focused on sustainability and compliance in product labeling and environmental responsibility. The R&D Regulatory Affairs Manager will drive initiatives to reduce the company's environmental impact, manage compliance with food labeling regulations, and collaborate with various teams to ensure regulatory adherence.
Food ProcessingRetail
Responsibilities
Execute a comprehensive corporate responsibility strategy aligned with business objectives, industry best practices and evolving global standards
Identify, track and manage key performance indicators related to sustainability and the environment including carbon emissions, energy and water consumption, waste generation and plastic use. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of these initiatives and provide recommendations for next steps
Assist in reducing the company’s environmental footprint including plastic source reduction, waste reduction and long-term supply chain practices
Prepare and oversee the accurate completion of reporting for various state laws as well as any disclosures necessary through Circular Action Alliance
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Operations, Procurement, Legal, Finance, Supply Chain, and Engineering
Working knowledge and interpretation of food labeling regulations for US and International markets
Provides support to Regulatory Affairs Senior Manager
Participate in commercialization and data management activities to ensure regulatory compliance of marketed products (i.e. ingredient compliance, labeling, advertising, etc.) in accordance with local regulations, and other applicable legislation, while keeping our products competitive with regards to claims, labeling and advertising
Support the Regulatory Group in reviewing and improving systems, processes, and tools to enhance effectiveness and efficiencies within the department
Provides support to Regulatory Group in assessing and keeping track of all state legislation with regards to food additives and packaging compliance
Qualification
Required
Ability to research and understand regulatory issues and lead/influence resolution
Ability to be persuasive, assertive while also being collaborative
Strong project management skills
Attention to detail
Strong communication skills
Works well under pressure
Dependable
Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Be able to set priorities, meet deadlines, and accomplish team objectives
Be able to manage multiple tasks at one time
Must be a self-starter
The ability to work with all levels of management
B.S. in Food Science, Chemistry, Nutrition, Packaging Engineering or a related field
Must have 5-7+ years of regulatory affairs of food and preferably packaging experience
Experience with FDA labeling and state EPR laws
Preferred
Masters preferred or prior experience
International regulatory experience including ingredient and label compliance is a plus
This job prefers Registered Dietitian License (or pending license), but not required
Company
Ken's Foods
Ken's Foods is a food production company that produces sauces and marinades.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Gary Beisaw
Chief People Officer
John Pritchard
Chief Marketing Officer
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