International Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Actalent
Job Title: Regulatory Specialist
Job Description
We are seeking a global regulatory specialist based in Chicago, IL. The role involves creating ingredient statements and nutrition fact panels while reviewing and approving raw materials and formulas for compliance with FDA regulations and standards.
Responsibilities
+ Independently create and validate technical lab copy through application of global regulations such as Codex, FDA, CFIA, FSANZ, FSA, CFDA, COFEPRIS, and standards of nutrition and food science.
+ Provide ingredient, formula, claim, labeling, and regulatory guidance to cross-functional teams on commercialization projects, including formula renovations, ingredient supply chain continuity, and formula line extensions.
+ Offer proactive and risk-based regulatory recommendations on ingredient, formula, claim, and labeling to cross-functional stakeholders on complex commercialization projects.
+ Review, register, and certify raw materials and finished goods with third-party certification bodies such as Kosher, Organic, Gluten-Free, and non-GMO.
+ Collaborate cross-functionally to review label content and ensure regulatory standards are met.
+ Work within SAP PLM to review and approve ingredients, formulas, and graphics.
+ Research information and stay informed about upcoming regulatory changes, and identify and assess regulatory risks in commercialization projects.
+ Partner with external regulatory experts to build internal expertise.
+ Develop SOPs and related trainings.
+ Co-lead third-party certification audits.
Essential Skills
+ 3+ years experience in a regulatory position with a food company following US and global regulations.
+ Proficiency in CFR21, FDA, SAP, food regulatory processes, nutrition fact panels, ingredient statements, and EU regulations.
+ Experience with EU, Asia, or South American food regulations.
+ Proficiency in writing ingredient statements and nutrition fact panels.
+ Experience reviewing ingredients, formulas, and graphics.
+ Knowledge of PLM or SAP systems.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Experience with cross-functional teams.
+ Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
+ Adaptability and flexibility to change.
+ Strong prioritization and time management skills.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $34.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Chicago,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 18, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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