Regulatory (Food) Label Review Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Food Label Review Specialist

Location: Oxnard, CA
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Pay Rate: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour
Department: Quality & Food Safety / Technical Services

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Food Label Review Specialist to join our team in Oxnard, CA. This position is responsible for reviewing and approving product labels, specifications, ingredient statements, and regulatory documentation to ensure compliance with FDA requirements, customer standards, and company quality programs. The ideal candidate has experience in food manufacturing, regulatory compliance, and food labeling requirements, with exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and approve food labels, ingredient statements, and packaging artwork for regulatory compliance.
• Verify product formulations, allergen declarations, nutrition facts panels, and claims accuracy.
• Review customer specifications, ingredient specifications, and finished product documentation.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, FSMA, GMP, HACCP, and other applicable food regulations.
• Support new product development and commercialization projects by providing technical and labeling guidance.
• Maintain and update product specifications, allergen matrices, and regulatory databases.
• Collaborate with Quality, R&D, Operations, Sales, and Customer teams on product launches and label revisions.
• Investigate and resolve labeling discrepancies, customer inquiries, and regulatory concerns.
• Assist in preparing documentation for customer audits, certifications, and regulatory inspections.
• Stay current on food labeling regulations and industry best practices.

 

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QualificationsRequired

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Microbiology, Regulatory Affairs, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in food labeling, regulatory affairs, quality assurance, or technical services within the food industry.
• Strong understanding of FDA food labeling regulations and allergen requirements.
• Working knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, FSMA, and food safety systems.
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong communication and project management skills.

Preferred

• Experience in spice, seasoning, ingredient, or food manufacturing environments.
• HACCP and Preventive Controls training or certification.
• Experience supporting product commercialization and customer specification management.

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