Our client, a manufacturing company located near Montreal, QC is looking for a Bilingual Regulatory Affairs Coordinator to join their team.
What you will do in this role:
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that all food products meet current regulatory standards and compliance requirements for both the U.S. (FDA, USDA) and Canada (CFIA, Health Canada).
- Labeling & Documentation: Review and approve product labels, packaging, and marketing materials to ensure they meet regulatory labeling requirements, including ingredient statements, nutritional facts, and allergen disclosures.
- Product Registration & Documentation: Manage product registrations, certifications, and other regulatory documentation for product approval in both regions.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with R&D, Quality, Graphic Design, and Operations teams to provide regulatory guidance during product development and ensure compliance from concept through launch.
- Monitor Regulatory Changes: Remain informed about evolving food regulations in the U.S. and Canada and communicate relevant changes and their impacts to the company.
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Conduct risk assessments on new ingredients, processes, and products and advise on regulatory risks and mitigation strategies.
- Claims Substantiation: Review and substantiate product claims for accuracy, regulatory compliance, and alignment with current guidelines.
What you will bring to the role:
- Bachelor’s degree in food science, Nutrition, Regulatory Affairs, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in regulatory affairs within the food industry, preferably with experience in both U.S. and Canadian markets.
- Strong knowledge of FDA, USDA, CFIA, and Health Canada regulations and guidelines.
- Experience with food labeling requirements, product claims, and substantiation in both countries.
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex regulatory requirements clearly to cross-functional teams.
- Experience with regulatory documentation management and electronic submission systems is a plus.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
What our client is offering:
- A competitive salary and full medical/health benefits for the employee and their family.
- The chance to join a growing company with a great work environment.
If you feel that this role would be a good fit for you, please submit your resume today in MS Word format – Don’t forget to include your accomplishments and achievements.
