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HiFyve

Regulatory Manager

Hicksville, NY

$125K - $175K/yr

HiFyve is hiring a Regulatory Manager for a Food Manufacturing Company in Hicksville, NY! Salary: $125,000-$175,000/year Shift: Days Location: Hicksville, NY Benefits: Full benefits package About the ...

Cesna Recruitment

QA Supervisor (FOOD)

Ayer, MA

... Regulations, Customer Requirements, SQF code and Nasoya Food Standards such as GMP (Good ... Manufacturing Practice), Pest Control, Glass Avoidance, SSOP/HACCP (Sanitation Standard Operating ...

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As of Aug 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for food regulatory in the United States is $56.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42.07 and $66.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Food Regulatory job involves ensuring that food products comply with government regulations and industry standards. Professionals in this role review labeling, ingredients, safety protocols, and manufacturing processes to meet legal requirements. They work closely with regulatory agencies, such as the FDA or USDA, to obtain approvals and maintain compliance. This job requires knowledge of food laws, documentation, and risk management to prevent violations and ensure consumer safety.

What are the typical responsibilities of a food regulatory?

Food Regulatory professionals are responsible for ensuring that food products comply with local, national, and international regulations related to safety, labeling, and quality. Daily tasks often include reviewing ingredient formulations, preparing regulatory submissions, and monitoring changes in food laws that may affect product compliance. They frequently collaborate with product development, quality assurance, and legal teams to assess new products or packaging. This role requires keen attention to detail and strong communication skills to interact with regulatory authorities and internal stakeholders alike, ensuring that all necessary requirements are met before products reach the market.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the food regulatory position, and why are they important?

To excel in Food Regulatory roles, professionals typically need a background in food science, nutrition, or a related field, along with knowledge of food laws and regulations. Familiarity with regulatory databases, document management software, and certifications such as HACCP or PCQI is often required. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills help navigate complex regulatory submissions and cross-functional teamwork. These abilities are vital to ensure food products comply with legal standards and safety requirements, protecting both consumers and company reputation.

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Infographic showing various Food Regulatory job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, and 31% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $118,493 per year, or $57 per hour.

Regulatory Specialist / Food Science

Hershey, PA • Remote

System One
Business Consulting Services • 5 - 10K employees
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Job description

Job Title: Regulatory Specialist / Sr. Regulatory Specialist – Salty Snacks Location: Hershey, PA Type: Contract Compensation: N/A Contractor Work Model: Hybrid – onsite and remote Hours: 40.0

Responsibilities

  • Support Regulatory Affairs activities for Salty Snacks brands, ensuring compliance with U.S. food regulations across the product lifecycle—from ideation through commercialization and post-launch
  • Partner cross-functionally with R&D, Marketing, Legal, Quality, Supply Chain to deliver compliant ingredients, formulas, labels, claims, and certifications for Salty products
  • Provide regulatory compliance support including ingredient, recipe, labeling, and claims reviews
  • Execute finished product labeling activities from creation through final packaging approval
  • Review and assess ingredients, additives, flavors, colors, allergens, and processing aids for U.S. regulatory compliance
  • Support claims substantiation (nutrition, organic, non-GMO, vegan, kosher, gluten free, whole grain as applicable)
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to support innovation, renovation, and continuous improvement projects
  • Utilize internal systems (SAP-PLM/PDM, labeling and compliance tools, Webcenter/ESKO) to document regulatory decisions and approvals
  • Support responses to internal and external regulatory questions, including consumer and customer inquiries
  • Support label development, artwork reviews, and approvals
  • Review recipe submissions for regulatory compliance and claims substantiation
  • Participate in cross-functional project meetings for Salty innovation and renovations
  • Provide regulatory guidance to R&D, Marketing, and Commercial teams
  • Update regulatory systems and trackers (labels, certifications, compliance reviews)
Requirements
  • 2-5+ years Regulatory Affairs experience in food companies
  • Strong working knowledge of U.S. food labeling and ingredient regulations
  • Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Food Regulatory, Biology, Chemistry, or related field
  • Experience supporting cross-functional product development teams
  • Proficiency with PLM/PDM- SAP systems for ingredient, recipe, and label compliance
  • Experience with labeling and artwork systems (e.g., WebCenter or equivalent)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) for documentation and stakeholder communication
  • Experience with Salty Snacks or baked snack categories preferred
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan. System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. #M-1 #LI-SM1 Ref: #706-IT York

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System One helps employers get work done more efficiently and economically without compromising quality. Over our 35+ year history, we've helped connect thousands of talented people with innovative companies. The excitement of a perfect fit motivates us every single day.

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Business consulting services and recruiting and staffing services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Pittsburgh, PA, US

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