Regulatory Specialist

Description:

Our organization is a long-established manufacturer and innovator within the food and beverage ingredient space, specializing in natural, clean-label solutions. We support a diverse customer base with ingredients and systems designed to improve flavor, functionality, shelf life, and overall product performance. With multiple U.S.-based production facilities and vertically integrated capabilities, we partner closely with customers to help bring high-quality, compliant products to market efficiently and responsibly. The Regulatory Specialist plays a key support role within the Regulatory and Innovation teams, assisting with documentation, compliance activities, and regulatory research. This position is ideal for an early-career regulatory professional looking to build hands-on experience in food and beverage regulations while working cross-functionally with R D, Quality, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams. The position contributes to ensuring regulatory accuracy, data integrity, and compliance with applicable domestic and international requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare, update, and maintain regulatory documentation including technical data sheets (TDS), safety data sheets (SDS), allergen statements, nutritional information, GMO and other compliance certifications, and customer-facing regulatory materials. Maintain accurate, complete regulatory data within internal databases and document management systems. Collect, review, and manage raw material regulatory documentation to support product compliance. Respond to regulatory and documentation requests from internal teams such as Sales, R D, Quality, Supply Chain, and Customer Service, as well as external customers and documentation portals. Assist with basic regulatory reviews of ingredients, formulations, and product labeling under the guidance of regulatory personnel. Support ingredient qualification activities and regulatory data collection for new and existing products. Participate in regulatory assessments related to new product development and reformulation projects. Help ensure regulatory documentation and product information comply with applicable U.S. and international food and ingredient regulations. Monitor regulatory updates and emerging requirements and assist in assessing potential product or process impacts. Conduct regulatory research to support compliance initiatives, internal inquiries, and continuous improvement projects. Collaborate cross-functionally to address routine regulatory questions and provide timely regulatory support. Assist with audit preparation, customer visits, and compliance-related reviews as assigned.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Quality, or a related scientific field preferred. 1-2 years of experience in the food, beverage, flavor, ingredient, or consumer packaged goods industry preferred. Basic familiarity with FDA and USDA regulations. Experience preparing regulatory documents is a plus.

HACCP / SQF

Experience Experience Level:

Intermediate Leve Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Indianapolis, IN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $70000.00/yr. Benefits & Compensation Competitive paid time off and paid holidays Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) plan with company match Tuition reimbursement Health and wellness programs Final compensation will be based on factors such as location, education, skills, and experience. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis,IN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.