Regulatory Compliance Manager

Summary

Join Once Upon a Farm as a Regulator Compliance Manager and play a key role in ensuring compliance with food formulation and labeling regulations for baby food products. You will report to the Senior Director of Quality and Compliance and collaborate with various teams to guarantee product safety and accurate representation. Key responsibilities include assuring formulation compliance, creating nutrition facts panels, reviewing packaging proofs, and managing the Quality Management System. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in a science field and at least five years of experience in regulatory compliance and quality management. The position offers a remote-first work environment with competitive compensation and benefits, including an annual bonus, 401k matching, parental leave, and unlimited PTO.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a science field, ideally in Nutrition, Biology, Food Science, or Chemistry
• A minimum of five years of professional program management experience in regulatory compliance and quality management systems
• Prior professional experience interpreting and applying complex regulations
• Proven proficiency in nutrition analysis software and labeling databases, preferred Flavor Studio software
• Familiar with the regulatory (FDA, USDA) labelling requirements for Infant to Adult age groups. Experience in 4-year-old and older labelling regulations
• An understanding of the requirements for USDA Organic, Non-GMO Project Verify, Kosher, and other certifications as they apply to products
• Experience in the development of Quality Policies and Procedure documentation covered under the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). (e.g., SGS, BRC)
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Able to work independently
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Suite, Outlook, Slack, and other professional platforms
• Up to 20% travel required: Although this role is a remote work-from-home position, we “Farmers” do meet as a company and/or as a department a few times a year. Anticipate possible travel up to a few times each quarter
• Genuinely passionate about improving childhood nutrition for a healthier and happier planet
• Desire to contribute to a dynamic, high-growth, purpose-driven work environment
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in ambiguity, deeply understand business needs, develop a cohesive strategy, and make decisions requiring a high level of judgment
• Must reside in the United States to be considered for this position
• Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Responsibilities

• Assure all formulations are compliant with regulations, certifications, and claims (FDA, USDA, Health Canada, Organic, Kosher)
• Create final Nutrition Facts Panels (NFP) using Flavor Studio software
• Conduct thorough reviews of new packaging proofs at all design stages, including verifying the accuracy of ingredients, nutrition facts, and allergen declarations on labels
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Research & Development, Marketing, and Packaging teams to ensure all product information is accurate and compliant, including Marketing Communications, Website, and Labelling
• Claims (e.g., Nutritional, Health, Structure Function) compliance substantiation, verification, and validation requirements, including documentation library, testing plans, and policy development
• Responsible for the determination and management of software used to create formulas and labelling information for NFPs
• Management of the Quality Management System Policy, Standard Operating Procedures, including coordination, writing, training, and implementation
• Management of Change Request Process
• Monitor potential legislative changes at the state, federal, and international levels and support transitions for implementation, compliance dates of labelling changes
• Support and guide department peers and external partners
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

Previous exposure to cross-functional work between Sustainability and Operations

Benefits

• Full-Time, Salaried, Exempt
• The anticipated salary range for this position is $112,100.00 – 130,036.00. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a few factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses, stipends, equity, and role-specific perks
• Remote-first work environment
• Annual Bonus
• 401(k) program + 4% company match after three months
• New Hire Remote Life Stipend + annual Nourish and Nurture Allowance
• Monthly Cell and Internet Stipend
• Quarterly Farm-to-Fridge home deliveries and Employee Discounts
• New Parents: Up to 18 weeks of paid Parental Leave, Baby Steps Back To Work, 3 months’ supply of Once Upon a Farm products, and breast milk shipping service and support for those who travel after birth for the duration of your breastfeeding journey
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Paid Time Off to fulfill civic responsibilities, including jury duty and voting in local, state, and national elections
• Medical Insurance for the employee is covered at 100% on select plans, with additional plan options at a reduced cost to the employee
• Vision and Dental Insurance are covered at 100% for the employee and dependents
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending account (Medical & Dependent Care) and Health Savings Accounts for applicable plans
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• All other benefits, leaves, and insurance as required by law, based on your specific residence