Job Description

The Opportunity:

As part of the Regulatory team, you will support the SKU commercialization through the Product Development pipeline. This position will appeal to individuals who enjoy the challenge of participating in the creation and execution of new and improved products.  As the Subject Matter Expert of all things Regulatory, you will work with the Speed to Market Team, influencing product design decisions, work with Ingredient suppliers in documentation requirements, and ensure that your packaging and labels meet regulatory requirements for the Market in which they are sold (Canada and Export).

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by July 04. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Screen technical information related to ingredients, product formulations, methods of preparation, nutrition analyses, allergens, etc. for accuracy and completeness.
• Provide Business units with regulatory guidance related to opportunities for promoting ingredient and nutritional attributes of new and existing products.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver on product commercialization plans to meet internal initiatives and customer timelines.
• Be the voice of Regulatory Compliance during project  kick-off meetings to ensure products are designed with regulations in mind.
• Advise Product Development and Marketing on regulatory interpretation for questions on ingredients and nutrition claims that are covered by current regulatory guidelines.
• Support the packaging design process by reviewing claims, romance copy and artwork formatting.
• Review and approve regulated label information for new products and packaging changes.
• Work directly with our Ingredient suppliers to ensure proper documentation of all incoming materials is obtained.
• Utilize SAP RD to generate ingredient lists and nutrition panels for products and to ensure product recipes adhere to the Regulations and are approved prior to production.
• Create and review the Mandatory Label Copy which adheres to the Regulations for the Market where sold.
• Apply the regulatory requirements for Canadian and US packaging, such as mandatory nutrition labeling, value added claims, nutrient content claims, ingredient declaration and allergen labeling.
• Support with compliance analytics and metrics to ensure certifications are up to date and Marketing Operations Vitals are exported and communicated with efficiency

What You ll Bring:

• Strong understanding of Regulatory Labeling landscape for various markets with strong focus on Canada and US.
• A team player with well-developed people interaction skill set.
• Strong system skills, including the ability to work with MS Office (specifically excel), SAP (specifically ECP and RD).
• Proactive and performance driven, have a bias for action and be able to work under pressure in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• University degree in a related discipline, e.g. Food Science, Quality Assurance or Nutrition, Science or College Diploma in Regulatory Affairs/Quality Assurance, or 2+ years of previous experience with Regulatory labeling requirements.
• Bilingualism in French is considered a strong asset.

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• A hybrid work model that embraces remote work for eligible roles, helping team members achieve work-life balance combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful collaboration in the office setting. 
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, speaker series events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.