Our client, an established company in the food manufacturing industry, is seeking a detail-oriented
Regulatory Affairs Specialist to join its Research & Development team. This organization is committed to delivering high-quality food products while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, regulatory compliance, and product integrity.
This is an excellent opportunity for a regulatory professional who enjoys working cross-functionally and playing an important role in bringing new food products to market. The successful candidate will oversee regulatory compliance for products sold in Canada and international markets, providing expertise in food labelling, product claims, and applicable legislation.
Responsibilities
Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure food products comply with applicable Canadian regulations, including requirements established by Health Canada and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA).
- Interpret and apply relevant legislation, standards, and regulatory guidelines.
- Monitor regulatory changes, assess their impact on existing and new products, and communicate updates to internal stakeholders.
- Support compliance requirements for export markets, including applicable U.S. FDA regulations.
Food Labelling & Product Claims
- Review and approve product labels, packaging, and promotional materials to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Verify nutrition facts tables, ingredient lists, mandatory declarations, and other labelling requirements.
- Assess and approve nutritional claims and marketing statements to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Product Development
- Provide regulatory guidance throughout the product development and commercialization process.
- Evaluate ingredients, raw materials, and suppliers to ensure they meet applicable regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with R&D and other departments to support the successful launch of new products.
Documentation & Regulatory Administration
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date regulatory documentation for finished products.
- Respond to regulatory and product information requests from customers, distributors, and government authorities.
- Complete and maintain customer information portals, including GS1.
- Support the management of applicable quotas, including those related to meat, dairy products, and iREP.
- Participate in product compliance investigations and related analyses as required.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with R&D, Quality Assurance, Procurement, Marketing, and Sales teams.
- Serve as an internal resource for regulatory affairs, food labelling, and product compliance questions.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen regulatory processes and operational efficiency.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Nutrition, or a related discipline; a college diploma in Dietetics or a related field will also be considered.
- Minimum of 3 years of regulatory affairs experience within the food manufacturing industry.
- Strong knowledge of Canadian food regulations, including Health Canada and CFIA requirements.
- Hands-on experience with food labelling, nutritional information, and product claims.
- Familiarity with meat and dairy quota management and iREP requirements.
- Knowledge of U.S. FDA regulations and international export requirements is an asset.
- Experience using Genesis and GS1 platforms is preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both French and English.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements and translate them into practical recommendations.
- A collaborative mindset and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
