Senior Food Labeling Specialist

Senior Food Labeling Specialist

10 Oct 2024
Michigan, Lansing, 48901 Lansing USA

Senior Food Labeling Specialist

This position is an expert in reviewing, updating and approving label copy and designs in multiple food categories to ensure information is accurate, meets customer requirements and is compliant with government regulations and Winland Foods policy. This person will collaboratively work across functions and is expected to communicate with all functional groups on matters relating to product labeling and compliance. This person will participate in addressing regulatory labeling issues that arise across the company, providing guidance and direction on applicable regulations or industry standards. Position may lead other Food Labelers. This position supports the Labeling Manger with category-specific oversight including labeling-related guidance and communication with the cross-functional team.Employee Type:Full timeLocation:US Works from HomeJob Type:Research and Development Packaging & LabelingJob Posting Title:Senior Food Labeling SpecialistJob Description:Position Responsibilities:

Provide food labeling expertise and guidance to internal customers. Collaborate cross functionally with Legal, Regulatory, Marketing, Sales, Product Development, Quality Assurance, Food Safety, Purchasing, plants and others to leverage regulations, support positions and ensure compliance in the marketplace.

Responsible for the development of label copy which includes product name, weight statement, ingredient statement, allergen declaration, nutrition facts panel and claims which meet government requirements and standard of identities. This includes ensuring compliance with all label-related health and wellness claims.

Approve label artwork upon review, ensuring compliance to all applicable FDA, USDA, CFIA regulations and other governing group’s regulations.

Contribute to the development of labeling personnel in the areas of regulatory compliance, collaboration, planning, communication and accountability.

Support a culture of quality throughout the organization. Participate in process improvement initiatives to increase accuracy, improve efficiency and drive standardization of labeling practices. Actively participate in improving labeling systems to help with consistency and agility including maintenance updates of database systems.

Obtain applicable USDA/FSIS label approvals.

Contribute to research and recommendations for issue positions as it relates to labeling and regulatory. Assist in development of internal policies and procedures in collaboration with team management on labeling and claim support standards; identify and advance nutrition and regulatory strategies for business growth. Participate in providing training regarding new/changed labeling regulations and trends that may impact customer or branded labels.

Support addressing internal and external customer inquiries regarding claims, nutrition and ingredients.

Support integration of new acquisitions into standard systems and processes.

Note: The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list of all tasks. Additional tasks and duties may be assigned from time to time as necessitated by business needsQualifications and Requirements:

B.S. required in Food Science/Nutrition or related field

10+ years of food industry labeling experience or comparable experience

Strong working knowledge of FDA, USDA, and CFIA food label regulations and documentation requirements 

Ability to work with multiple database systems and network efficiently to get information required to complete tasks

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) 

Strong analytical and organizational skills

Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and handle multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast- paced environment

Detail-oriented and self-motivator

Strong Ability to collaborate with all levels of the organization

Proficient in Microsoft Office Products 

EEO Statement:Winland Foods believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.Winland Foods is a leading private label food manufacturer of pasta, dry dinners, condiments, syrups, and more with nearly 3,000 employees operating out of 14 production facilities in US, Canada, and Italy.As a ‘newly’ established company, we are creating the building blocks for an innovative and agile organization that is purpose driven - delivering high quality food to our customers and communities. We foster an environment that encourages all employees to be heard, and values their contributions and ideas.By joining Winland Foods, you become a part of a new team that values passion, collaboration, and strives to prosper with our customers.To all recruitment agencies: Winland Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to Winland Foods employees, or any company location(s). Winland Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.

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