Regulatory Affairs Document Control Coordinator

Bel, makers of iconic brands including GOGO squeeZ, Babybel, The Laughing Cow, and Boursin is a growing global company that values your contributions, strives to create a sense of belonging for everyone and offers career growth and development opportunities, as well as competitive total compensation and meaningful well-being benefits from day one. For All, For Good, our company signature, reflects Bel’s commitment to sustainability and healthier and responsible food for all. The company has headquarters in Chicago (Bel Brands USA) and New York City (GoGo Squeez) and operates 4 manufacturing plants in Little Chute, WI; Brookings, SD; Traverse City, MI; and Nampa, ID.

Job Description

The Regulatory Affairs Document Control Coordinator plays a crucial role in maintaining and organizing company-wide regulatory and third-party certification standards (e.g., Organic, Kosher, Non-GMO Project verified). This position will ensure the upmost compliance with all written processes, procedures and/or applicable requirements. Additionally, the coordinator will develop and manage compliance-focused document management systems to support the company's regulatory needs. This role will require strong cross functional collaboration included but not limited to Quality, Purchasing, R&D and more.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Supports document management for all regulatory and company-wide third-party certifications (e.g. Organic, Non-GMO Project, Kosher, etc.) ensuring that all regulatory related issues are addressed in compliance with written processes, procedures and/or applicable requirements. This includes but is not limited to:

• Ensuring packaging and ingredient (specs, raw material, lab results, etc.) are up to date in all third-party certifications
• Review and regularly maintain raw material documentation
• Maintain documentation trackers and ensuring licenses are up to standard
• Coordinate supportive documents for product claims and regulatory compliance
• Lead regulatory assessments of raw materials with a critical lens, making clear recommendations and working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance during product development
• Provides support and follow through on any complications identified during organic audits
• Other duties as assigned within job scope

 

Qualifications

Minimum degree and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Regulatory Affairs, Nutrition, or similar field
• 2+ years’ experience in a fast-paced, collaborative office environment
• Required 2+ years’ experience in a Quality Assurance/Regulatory role in food or personal care manufacturing environment
• Language Skills: Proficient in written and spoken English required
• Technical Proficiency: Good working knowledge and advanced skills in Microsoft Access, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Relational Databases, and the Internet
• Familiarity with FDA regulations, HACCP, SQF standards, and systems
• Proficient in using computers, label printing systems, and standard office equipment
• Experience working with comprehensive document management system
• Any combination of educational and work experience that would be equivalent to the stated minimum requirements would qualify for consideration of this position
• Work Environment: Ability to perform work on a hybrid schedule in our NYC office, with up to 10 days of remote work per month.

 

Performance Expectations

• Analytical and Multi-Tasking Skills: Proficient at reasoning and analysis, multi-tasking efficiently and accurately, both independently and as part of a