Regulatory Compliance & Technical Services Specialist,

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Quality Without Compromise is not just a motto at See's Candies. It is the most important ingredient in our recipe for success. See's Candies has been in business since 1921 and maintains a reputation for producing the highest quality candy and providing superior customer service. See's is a leader in the confectionary industry with over 250 retail shops across the USA. We are seeking friendly, enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about providing great customer service.

Job Description Summary:

The Regulatory Affairs & Technical Services Specialist is responsible for developing and maintaining appropriate records to meet corporate and government requirements, ensuring the accuracy of product labeling, and offering regulatory expertise on emerging federal and state laws. This role is part of the Food Safety & Quality Assurance department and reports to the manager of Regulatory Compliance & Technical Services. This role will be based out of one of four locations in San Francisco, CA, South San Francisco, CA, Los Angeles, CA, and Carson, CA. The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $75-$90k per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Job Description:

Position Responsibilities:

• Responsible for developing finished product nutrition labels and technical information using Genesis Foods software, including but not limited to: ingredient statement, allergen statement, nutrition facts panel, validation of nutrition claims.
• Responsible for reviewing product label and labeling, marketing collateral, Ecommerce sites for accuracy and compliance with FDA and state regulations.
• Maintain an organized and accurate ingredient and formulation database in Genesis Foods and leverage the database to report on additive usage levels.
• Coordinate supplier and ingredient and packaging documentation collection, review, and approval, including but not limited to: Specification, nutrition, formula, bioengineered status, 3rd party audits, chemical contaminants, Kosher certificate.
• Responsible for managing kosher schedules and submission of new products to kosher organization on a timely basis.
• Support our international partners with documentation, including but not limited to: product and nutrition specification, certificate of free sale, chemical additive inquiries.
• Support See's shops and customer care teams by responding to customer inquiries and providing technical product information.
• Work with R&D and Procurement to provide key regulatory insight during the early stage of product development.
• Review and analyze the new and emerging regulations and legal trends.
• Completes additional projects assigned by manager.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in food science, nutrition, or a related field.
• 5+ years of food regulatory experience in the Food & Beverage industry.
• Experience with Genesis Foods or other formulation management software.
• Self-starter with demonstrated high level of initiative and continuous improvement.
• Passion for food regulations and ability to research and understand emerging legislation.
• Organized and detail-oriented, with excellent record-keeping skills.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced setting and meet aggressive timeline with changing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across departments and independently with minimal direct supervision.
• Proficiency: Windows, MS Office (or equivalent software), Adobe Acrobat, project management software

The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, in addition to a full range of generous medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

See's is an EOE. See's will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state or federal law (including San Francisco Ordinance #131192 and Los Angeles Municipal Code 189.00).