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Job OverviewThe Regulatory Affairs Specialist ensures compliance with regulations in Canada and the USA by providing timely input to various teams (Product & Packaging Development, QA, Marketing, Procurement, Supply Chain) for new and existing products. The Specialist is expected to combine scientific and regulatory knowledge to help the business strategize and ensure products manufactured and distributed by Give & Go meet appropriate legislation.Key Responsibilities Be responsible for label compliance on assigned Give & Go categories Generate technical packaging information for new and existing products in compliance with Canadian and United States regulations, including nutrition labelling. Review label artwork for accuracy and regulatory compliance, providing final approval to the Marketing & Graphic teams. Be an expert on customer templates and web portals for specification entries and assigned label reviews on portals. Respond to regulatory questions related to formulations and all labelling information. Maintain label review and claims verification schedules Help develop proactive strategies to address regulatory challenges. Conduct comprehensive research to ensure a thorough understanding of regulations impacting the company''s portfolio. Leverage scientific expertise to meet regulatory expectations. Assess ingredients and product categories for compliance with applicable regulations. Provide necessary information required to comply with food safety and other regulatory audit requirements. Work with cross-functional teams to monitor regulations and implement business solutions in response to external regulatory changes. Contribute to the development, implementation, and enhancement of procedures and testing programs to ensure compliance with applicable regulations. Review testing reports to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and oversee subsequent communications. Stay informed about new applicable laws and maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulations affecting ingredients and products by attending courses, webinars, and utilizing regulatory agencies'' websites. Inform the team of any emerging risks that may impact products, labelling and regulatory requirements. The Recipe For Success Completion of university degree in Nutrition, Food Science, or other relevant scientific discipline Minimum 4 years experience in the Food Manufacturing industry Minimum 4 years experience in a regulatory Affairs role Working knowledge of HC, and FDA, and other international food regulatory agencies Certificate in Food Labeling, Regulatory Affairs, or Food Law preferred Proficient knowledge of Genesis nutrition software program or equivalent Results-oriented team player capable of working in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities. Organized and detail-oriented, with proven analytical and decision-making skills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate (verbal and written effectively, along with influencing and negotiation skills Ability to communicate regulatory and technical issues in clear concise terms to non-technical audiences. Excellent attention to detail, able to prioritize tasks and follow-up Proficient in computer literacy e.g. MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc. Maintain current knowledge of HC, FDA, and other International food labeling regulations and documentation requirements.