Regulatory Affairs & Product Safety Specialist in Rancho Cucamonga, California at Nongshim USA INC

Location: Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Responsibilities

• Proactively verify and monitor regulatory compliance and safety of products manufactured and sold by the company
• Monitor and research changes in food regulations, guidance, and legal issues; assess their impact on company products and coordinate implementation plans
• Manage safety issues: assess the impact on company products, conduct root cause and risk assessments, and develop and execute response, verification, and follow-up action plans
• Manage standards and documentation: maintain regulatory, customer, and internal standards and keep supporting records current and traceable
• Manage labeling: maintain supporting data and proactively assess risks for ingredient statements, allergen declarations, nutrition information, nutrient content claims, and product images and wording
• Respond promptly to documentation requests from customers and relevant internal departments
• Minimize risks through dedicated staffing and proactive management of issues that could lead to recalls, sales interruptions, or legal disputes
• Interpret regulations, legal provisions, and technical data, and prepare professional assessment reports
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, or a related field
• 5-10 years of directly relevant regulatory compliance and product safety experience for instant noodles, snacks, and sauces
• Expertise in interpreting and applying FDA, CFIA, FTC, and USDA regulations
• Knowledge of and practical experience with labeling requirements in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico
• Knowledge of the composition and ingredients of formulated foods, including instant noodles, snacks, and sauces
• Strong skills in risk assessment, verification, problem-solving, and corrective action management and execution
• Ability to work with other departments and respond to customer requests in a timely manner
• Multiple priority management abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Willingness to travel 0~10%
• Authorized to work lawfully in the United States
• Fluency in Korean is preferred

Employee Benefits

• 100% coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (Fully paid by company)
• 401K Matching up to 4 %
• Cellphone Allowances
• Employee Discounts
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Days
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Employee development program
• On-Job Training Program
• Career-Path
• Lunch Catering for employees
• Various Team building programs
• Health Wellness