Labeling & Regulatory Services Specialist
Company: Bobak Sausage Company
Location: Chicago
Posted on: August 7, 2022
Job Description:
Labeling & Regulatory Services SpecialistPosition Summary:This
position is responsible for all product labeling compliance,
managing all aspects of regulatory compliance, and technical
services. Technical services include all label approval (internal
and external) and creating and managing all label designs of
in-house generated labels. This position is also responsible for
all other regulatory compliance within the facility. This person
will work collaboratively across functions and is expected to
communicate with all functional groups, internal and external, on
matters relating to product labeling and regulatory compliance.
Position Responsibilities: --- Labeling compliance and maintenance
of all USDA/FSIS label approvals
- Manage USDA label compliance. Submit requests to USDA/FSIS for
label approvals, temporary approvals and extensions
- Manage and monitor adherence to labeling requirements
- Review, update and approve label copy and designs to ensure
information is accurate, meets customer requirements and is
compliant with government regulations and company policy
- Collaborate cross functionally with R&D, Marketing, Sales,
Quality Assurance, Food Safety, Purchasing and Operations to
leverage regulations, support positions and ensure compliance in
the marketplace
- Responsible for the development of label copy which includes
product name, weight statement, ingredient statement allergen
declaration, nutrition facts panel and claims which meet government
requirements and standard of identities
- Provide artwork reviews on all packaging and labeling
- Provide internal and external technical support for inquiries
regarding claims, nutrition and ingredients
- Support R&D to ensure all recipes are written properly to
support all aspects of compliance and regulations
- Create all in-house generated labels using label software;
Loftware and BarTender
- Knowledge of various barcode formats used in labeling and
packaging of foods
- Apply and maintain all required Licenses including Business,
Air Pollution Control, Waste Water Management, etc.
- Responsible for filing reports on schedule as required by
regulatory agencies and being a technical resource to the company
on regulatory matters
- Work with external service providers as needed to comply with
regulatory agencies Qualifications and Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition
or a food science related area of study
- Five years of food industry labeling experience
- Knowledgeable and proficient in USDA labeling regulations
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Strong written and verbal communications skills
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects
simultaneously
- Ability to research regulatory issues and provide
recommendations for resolution
- Must be detail oriented, a self-starter, independent and
resourceful
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Products, required Disclaimer
Statement The information contained in this job description is
intended to describe the essential job functions required of those
assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list
of all accountabilities, activities, skills, and knowledge needed
to perform the job. Please note that job functions are reviewed
periodically and are subject to change based upon company business
need. Bobak Sausage Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity
Employer.
Keywords: Bobak Sausage Company, Chicago , Labeling & Regulatory Services Specialist, Other , Chicago, Illinois
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