Golden Platter Foods has been at the forefront of the frozen food industry, combining tradition with innovation to create products that families love. As a family-run business, we are passionate about quality and compliance, ensuring that every product we create meets the highest standards. Be part of a dynamic team that is committed to excellence and continuous improvement.
Position Overview:
The Regulatory Compliance and Product Development Specialist ensures compliance with regulatory standards for packaging, labeling, and nutritional information, supports product development, manages costing and pricing, and collaborates cross-functionally to facilitate smooth product launches.
Key Responsibilities:
Regulatory Compliance:
Ensure all packaging meets legal and regulatory standards.
Verify accurate labeling, ingredient statements, and nutritional information.
Confirm compliance with USDA requirements and guidelines.
Product Development:
Work with suppliers to obtain necessary product specs, documentation, and certifications.
Follow up on pricing, availability, and quality of raw materials.
Request and manage samples for new product development.
Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and quality standards.
Test and compile verified heating instructions for new product development items.
Costing and Pricing:
Calculate costs of new products, considering yields, ingredient costs, and production expenses.
Analyze and understand yield impacts on overall product costing.
Collaborate with the team to optimize recipes for cost and quality.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Work closely with sales, marketing, production, and quality assurance teams.
Facilitate communication between departments to ensure smooth product launches.
Continuous Improvement:
Identify opportunities for process improvements in regulatory compliance and product development.
Implement best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Regulatory Affairs, or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in regulatory compliance and product development within the food industry.
In-depth knowledge of USDA guidelines and regulatory standards.
Strong analytical skills with experience in costing and pricing.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with regulatory compliance software.
Working Conditions:
Full-time position based in Newark, NJ.
Occasional travel to supplier locations may be required.
Collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.