Senior Regulatory Specialist Job Chanhassen area,Minnesota USA,Quality Assurance

Position Summary:

The Senior Regulatory Specialist works with Quality Assurance and R&D Teams to ensure product safety and the quality of all products. This position will ensure regulatory compliance with regulatory bodies, customers and Quali Tech and Ellison. Focus will be on assisting in product safety, product quality and cost reduction projects. This position requires a working knowledge of the following:
Microsoft Suite, and strong knowledge of Quali-Tech and Ellison’s products. The Senior Regulatory Specialist is responsible for performing all work within established Food Safety and Quality Assurance and corporate safety guidelines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintain the supplier and ingredient approval program

Coordinate and process supplier documentation through the cloud-based supplier system

Maintain the customer documentation program

Coordinate change control for formulas, labels, and specifications

Maintain regulatory records and programs to support audit readiness

Identify and implement regulatory process improvements

Support food safety and quality requirements

Prepare regulatory and analytical reports

Administer and improve the Company's Food Safety and Quality Assurance program to meet customer, regulatory, and company requirements

Provide technical support to R&D, Sales, and business unit managers

Support compliance with applicable third-party audit standards, including SQF and BRC

Conduct traceability exercises

Promote a food safety culture that reinforces food defense, quality, and cGMP requirements in production and warehousing operations

Interpret local, federal, and international food laws

Other duties as assigned

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below and on the physical demands sheet for this position are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or GED required and 1-3 years’ experience in food or medical regulatory in a similar industry;
Secondary education in a science related field preferred.
A background in manufacturing and processing environments is desired.
Previous experience with international regulations preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and respond effectively to questions from customers, managers, and other stakeholders

Strong organizational skills, including attention to detail and the ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines

Proficiency with computers and standard business software applications

Ability to prepare clear, accurate reports, procedures, work instructions, and process documentation

Ability to adapt promptly and effectively to changing priorities and requirements

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business publications, professional journals, and government regulations

Ability to understand written instructions and complete assigned tasks and projects accurately

Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs

Compensation details: 25-32 Hourly Wage

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