Regulatory and Documentation Compliance Associate
At the Fresh Factory, we’ve built a platform to accelerate the growth of emerging food and beverage brands. We are vertically integrated from the farm to the shelf and offer services above and beyond traditional manufacturing, becoming a trusted growth partner for leading brands. We are growing quickly, adding exciting new products, processes, and packaging capabilities.
Position Summary
The Regulatory and Documentation Compliance Associate is responsible for maintaining the regulatory and certification programs at The Fresh Factory (including SQF, Organic, Gluten Free, FDA, and Kosher submissions), organizing and coordinating the distribution of company programs, forms, audits, etc., both internally and with customers. This role also has an active stake in performing supplier risk assessments as well as approving all new parts, finished goods, and specifications to ensure that the company’s programs remain in good standing.
Responsibilities
Maintain high food safety and quality standards in accordance with company SQF and HACCP programs
Maintain the Organic, Non-GMO, Kosher, and Gluten Free programs
Preform regulatory filings for new products and facilities as needed
Maintain finished goods specifications
Create and distribute COAs for finished goods
Coordinate customer documentation requests
Conduct Supplier Approval audits (desktop and in person)
Participate in food safety, quality systems, and internal audits
Help ensure the plant is audit ready (SQF, Organic, FDA, and customer audits)
Participate in regular Food Safety Team meetings
Participate in HACCP reviews for new products
Preforming Supplier approvals, risk assessments, and completing approval work flows for new parts and vendors
Qualifications:
Strong communication and organization skills
3+ years of experience in a food manufacturing facility or 1+ years documentation control for food manufacturing
Experience with regulatory submissions preferred
HACCP Certification preferred
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Ability to handle frequent interruptions, meet tight deadlines, prioritize tasks, and work with minimal direction
Strong computer skills
Must speak, read, and write English
Benefits:
We offer competitive pay; Medical, Dental, Vision, voluntary coverage (STD, LTD, Life); annual paid days off plus incremental PTO based on tenure with company earned PTO; plus a great working environment, a culture of trust and growth opportunities for our employees.