Regulatory Specialist

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Regulatory Specialist Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Regulatory Specialist to join our team in Chicago, IL. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with FDA regulations by creating ingredient statements and nutrition fact panels, reviewing raw materials and formulas, and providing regulatory guidance for commercialization projects.

• Create ingredient statements and nutrition fact panels.
• Review and approve raw material and formula compliance through FDA regulations and standards within PLM.
• 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.
• Work cross‑functionally to review label content to ensure regulatory standards.
• Work within SAP PLM to review and approve ingredients, formulas, and graphics.
• Research information and stay abreast of upcoming regulatory changes, as well as identify and assess regulatory risks in commercialization projects.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) with related trainings.
• Co‑lead third‑party certification audits.

• 3+ years of experience in a food regulatory position following US FDA and CFR 21 regulations.
• Experience with writing ingredient statements and nutrition fact panels.
• Experience with reviewing ingredients, formulas, and graphics.
• Experience with complex ingredient statements, including additives, preservatives, and emulsifiers.
• Experience with reviewing and approving graphic artwork.
• Proficiency in PLM systems, ideally SAP, Dragonfly, and food label review software.
• Knowledge of DSHEA regulations.

• Experience working on cross‑functional teams.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Adaptability and flexibility to change.
• Strong prioritization and time management skills.

This is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL.

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)

This is a hybrid position in Chicago, IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2026.

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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccom for other accommodation options.