- Function independently as a decision-maker on labeling regulatory issues and ensure that deadlines are met.
- Have a strong authority network. Maintain contacts and cooperate with industry associations and key government agencies such as SENASICA, COFEPRIS, etc. to ensure compliance with audit and certification requirements.
- Review and approve all new and revised artwork for technical and grammatical accuracy to ensure compliance with local and international regulations. Perform a risk assessment evaluation on product and labeling compliance once hired and implement changes as needed.
- Communicate with customers and the internal partners to ensure that all label changes are accurately incorporated in final artwork.
- Review acceptability and regulatory status of new and revised product development formulas to ensure market compliance.
- Develop accurate nutrition facts panels and ingredient statements utilizing PLM software.
- Stay abreast of local and international regulations by understanding the existing and emerging regulations related to formulations and packaging.
- Communicate non-compliances to the leadership and suggest corrective actions.
- Provide the company with export regulatory direction for both internal and external customers including researching and analyzing information to develop and implement effective compliance policies and procedures. Serve as a channel for resolution on compliance issues
- Research and analyze government rules and regulations and related to supporting documentation and ensure company compliance. Responsible for ensuring company has the most up-to-date documentation to support country requirements.
- Coordinate supporting materials to assist on annual Certifications and claims from customers or authorities
- Complete all plant and product registrations based on country requirements.
- Prepare and maintain manuals that outline the requirements for Company compliance to those who directly engage in import and export activities.
- Changed to critical for selection and include the need to bring authority network
- Included this part to perform a risk assessment on labeling and product compliance
- Changed to critical for selection
Key Ingredients
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- Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Food Science, Chemistry, Biology or related field
- 3-5 experience in labeling, food regulatory affairs, or export compliance required, food industry experience preferred.
- Spanish and English fluency required
- Experience working in the international segment and understanding of country laws, requirements, and application in product exports
- Proficiency in Microsoft office suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, & PowerPoint
- Proficiency in Optiva PLM or similar system
- Ability to accurately read and interpret regulations (local, state, federal, international)
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast paced, high-pressure environment
- Attention to detail Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Flexibility with changing priorities
- Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills of complex situations