Regulatory Affairs Coordinator

at  Daiya Foods Inc

Welcome to the unexpected delight of plant-based exploration! We’re the creators of a revolutionary cheese alternative that tastes, shreds, melts and stretches like traditional cheese. Today, as plant-based food grows in popularity, that spirit of innovation continues to inspire our team.
We believe in pioneering plant-based breakthroughs that delight people and planet. Our portfolio of great tasting foods provides an opportunity for everyone to gather around the table, whether you have food allergies, are flexitarian, vegan, vegetarian, or just plant-based curious!
We’re a team of food-loving Daiyans, and we’re always on the lookout for people who share our passion, our vision, and our ability to make each other smile.

SUMMARY

The Regulatory Affairs Coordinator ensures compliance commitments are met through accurate execution of product specs and package labelling. This role will also be responsible for conducting internal/external compliance assessments and making sure raw material is compliant with Daiya’s commitment to better planet. The performance of the duties must ensure a quality service approach to all employees, and suppliers.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in food science or equivalent
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in food processing or food manufacturing industry
• Experience or knowledgeable about Food Labelling and Additive Regulations (Canada and US), HACCP, GMPs
• Proven Ability to analyze regulatory issues and product testing results, identify potential obstacles or compliance gaps, and develop practical solutions to mitigate risks and achieve regulatory objectives.
• Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and Legal departments, is preferred
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Adobe Acrobat are an asset

RELATED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

• Proficiency in managing regulatory documents and submissions, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex regulatory information clearly and effectively to various stakeholders, including internal teams and external partners
• Sufficient organizational and project management skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in reviewing documents, data, and regulatory submissions to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and guidelines.
• Ability to analyze regulatory issues, identify potential obstacles or compliance gaps, and develop practical solutions to mitigate risks and achieve regulatory objectives.

• Work cross-functionally to execute product commercialization steps and perform compliance verifications in innovation/renovation projects, and supply chain initiatives
• Create and maintain internal Work-In-progress (WIP) specifications, finished good specifications, consumer relation master lists, internal/external product notifications, and other regulatory databases
• Request and compile necessary supplier documentation for new ingredient and packaging review or generating finished product statements for customer requests
• Assist QA with raw material management, Quality Management Software (QMS), and regulatory-related non-compliance investigation
• Work with government bodies to get import/export documents and fill in customs paperwork for shipping R&D samples, raw material, and finished goods
• Request, compile, and upload raw material documentation required to maintain product certifications (Kosher, Halal, Non-GMO Project, Certified Plant Based, GFCO Gluten Free Certification, How2recycle)
• Review packaging artwork, sales materials, website and social media copy for regulatory compliance
• Coordinate finished product third-party testing and conduct result analysis for risk assessment related to regulatory updates or compliance verification
• Research allowable use and labelling requirements of new / novel ingredients, regulatory guidelines for making product claims on packaging, tariff codes/export regulations, or other new regulatory initiatives
• Support Sales and Marketing teams with finished products information requests from customers
• Keep up to date with Canadian and US food regulations, certification requirements, customer restrictions, and Daiya compliance initiatives