Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Job Description

Join our team as a Regulatory Affairs Specialist, where you'll coordinate, prepare, and review regulatory documents and certifications for domestic and international projects. Your role will include tasks such as reviewing raw material documentation, supporting the development of regulatory specifications, and filing with various government agencies. You will ensure compliance with laws and standards for flavor and fragrance formulae.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, prepare, and review regulatory documents and certifications for example: Specifications, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Flavor/Fragrance Allergens, BE/GMO, Organic, Natural, IFRA, Country of Origin, GRAS, Kosher, Nutritional
• Review raw material documentation and enter data into databases.
• Support the development of regulatory specifications.
• File Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) documentation for flavors.
• Support Kosher and Halal certification.
• Ensure compliance of flavor and fragrance formulae with relevant laws, regulations, and standards.
• Function as a liaison among internal departments, such as QA, to discuss customer regulatory needs and specifications.

Essential Skills

• 3-5 years of experience in the regulatory affairs industry.
• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Food Science, Nutrition Science, or a related scientific field.
• Experience with Safety Data Sheets and familiarity with regulatory guidelines and compliance.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and technologically savvy.
• Detail-oriented and able to analyze data effectively.
• Experience or exposure to pet and animal feed regulations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Trace Gains software.
• Enthusiasm for food, flavor, and feed regulations.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Strong analytical skills are preferred.
• Good Interpersonal skills

Work Environment

The work schedule is from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The first two months of training will be fully onsite, after which a hybrid schedule of three days onsite and two days remote is available. The company offers a collaborative and family-like culture, with opportunities for growth within the organization. 

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mahwah, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $33.00/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 Mahwah,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 2026.

About Actalent

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.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.