What are the responsibilities and job description for the Regulatory Labeling Specialist position at Apex Systems?
Job Details
Job#: 2068731
Job Description:
Title: Corp Food Tech Regulatory Label Specialist
Location: Remote - must be able to work EST Hours
Pay: 30.hr - 40.hr
Type: 1 yr contract
Position Summary
Provide leadership and expertise in food labeling regulations, focusing on reviewing and approving corporate brand labels for nutritional, health/structure/function claims, and regulatory labeling requirements. Develop and provide labeling education to Client staff on consumer package labeling related to nutritional and regulatory requirements. Perform all tasks safely, efficiently, and accurately to enhance the companys performance in Safety, Quality, and Reliability (SQR). Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.
Essential Job Functions
Minimum Position Qualifications
Desired Previous Job Experience/Education
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Job Description:
Title: Corp Food Tech Regulatory Label Specialist
Location: Remote - must be able to work EST Hours
Pay: 30.hr - 40.hr
Type: 1 yr contract
Position Summary
Provide leadership and expertise in food labeling regulations, focusing on reviewing and approving corporate brand labels for nutritional, health/structure/function claims, and regulatory labeling requirements. Develop and provide labeling education to Client staff on consumer package labeling related to nutritional and regulatory requirements. Perform all tasks safely, efficiently, and accurately to enhance the companys performance in Safety, Quality, and Reliability (SQR). Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.
Essential Job Functions
- Coordinate the label approval process and prioritize workload within the Corporate Food Technology (CFT) team.
- Review and approve consumer package artwork for nutritional and regulatory compliance, including font size, text placement, product name, claims, principal display panel, and information panel.
- Review claims on packaging, point-of-sale signs, and marketing brochures for accuracy.
- Interpret and recommend independent peer review papers to substantiate health/structure/function claims.
- Stay current with regulatory and technological changes affecting food labeling laws by maintaining professional contacts with industry peers, trade associations, and government agencies.
- Develop and lead training sessions for CFT staff, packaging managers, and others on consumer package labeling requirements.
- Develop and issue food labeling metrics to reduce error rates by creating targeted training opportunities based on these metrics.
- Demonstrate excellence in project planning, execution, and timing through project evaluation and resource utilization to shorten the label approval process.
- Communicate technical labeling requirements to Quality Assurance/Product Development technologists, packaging managers, Corporate Brands category managers, Merchandising staff, and design labeling companies.
- Travel as required for essential job duties, including attending training seminars.
- Follow established programs, policies, and practices to produce safe, quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements.
- Adhere to the Company Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles.
- Perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Minimum Position Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in food science, food safety, regulatory compliance, or a related field.
- 5 years of experience in consumer package label compliance, food science, food product development, and/or food quality assurance.
- Ability to comprehend and interpret FDA/USDA labeling regulations and federal register postings.
- Effective communication skills for non-regulatory audiences.
Desired Previous Job Experience/Education
- Experience with food labeling laws and regulations.
- Food plant quality assurance manager.
- Product development technologist.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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