Regulatory Ingredients Specialist

Regulatory Ingredients Specialist

Purpose and Scope/General Summary: The Regulatory Ingredients Specialist is part of our Research & Development team and reports directly to the Senior Ingredients and Nutrition Regulatory Manager. This role supports the development of food products by accurately reviewing product and ingredient specifications that help drive plant production and by supporting ingredient supplier food safety audits ensuring ingredient suppliers are following standard food safety & quality policies and procedures. This role is also responsible for assisting with the creation of new ingredients and their ongoing management ensuring federal compliance and accuracy within the company. The overall goal of this role is to support both research and development as well as plant teams in ingredient production regulations safety and logistics. This role is located in-office full time at our Corporate office in Greeley CO.

Responsibilities:

• Audit and publish product specifications for Pilgrims processing plants within PLM recipe development
• Maintain BRC audit process; cross reference projects within Pilgrims project management system
• Maintain communication site between Pilgrims and co-manufacturers including product specifications BRC audits and vital plant information
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Regulatory Labeling Product Developers Marketing Quality Assurance and Insights and Innovation Team to help the company be productive in the marketplace
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of ingredient specifications in compliance with federal regulations
• Compile timely and accurate answers to internal and external regulatory questions pertaining to allergens product formulations and claims
• Conduct supplier vendor audits and evaluate regulatory documentation including technical specs certifications and guarantees
• Evaluate and manage ingredient suppliers regulatory documentation including technical documents 3rd party certifications and letters of guarantee
• Monitor USDA regulatory updates related to food nutrition and allergen policies and product claim substantiation
• Conduct supplier scorecard presentations in conjunction with manager and cross-functional teams
• Engage with external vendors ingredient suppliers co-manufacturers and USDA consultants as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Food Science Dietetics or related technical field preferred
• 0-1 year related professional experience
• At least 1 year of experience in a consumer-packaged goods company preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Highly attentive to detail self-motivated
• Excellent organization skills project management skills and the ability to multitask
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with employees at all levels of the organization
• Knowledge of USDA regulatory landscape in the US as it relates to food product claims claims substantiation food and nutrition policies allergen policies and food safety preferred
• Ability to manage cross-functional and external collaborations
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects at once with assistance from manager
• Problem solving and troubleshooting skills; ability to create solutions
• SAP experience preferred
• Ability to travel 15-20% of the time
• Can perform the functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation

The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits:

• Benefits: Vision Medical and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
• Paid Time Off: sick leave vacation and 6 company observed holidays;
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
• Base salary of $56500;
• Incentive Pay: This position is eligible to participate in the Companys annual bonus plan the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program; and
• Career Development: Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs.

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in states where it is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for any given position compensation ranges are specific to those states and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to a candidates relevant experience qualifications skills competencies and proficiencies for the role.

This position does not have an application deadline. We will continue to recruit until the position has been filled.

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal we conduct drug alcohol and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

About us: Pilgrims is a leading global food company with more than 62000 team members worldwide. The company processes prepares packages and delivers fresh frozen and value-added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrims operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states Puerto Rico Mexico the U.K the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe. Pilgrims is headquartered in beautiful Greeley Colorado at the JBS USA corporate office where our 1200 employees enjoy more than 300 days of sunshine a year.

Our mission: To be the best in all that we do completely focused on our business ensuring the best products and services to our customers a relationship of trust with our suppliers profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.

Our core values are: Availability Determination Discipline Humility Ownership Simplicity Sincerity

EOE including disability/vets

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