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Position OverviewNow Hiring: Regulatory Compliance Manager | Food Manufacturing

Lowell, MA $105,000-$125,000 Annually (DOE) Full-Time Leadership Role | Food Manufacturing

Lead Regulatory Excellence at PGI Foods

Are you an experienced food industry regulatory professional looking for an opportunity to lead, influence, and make a lasting impact?

PGI Foods is seeking a Regulatory Compliance Manager to oversee regulatory programs that ensure our soups, sauces, and specialty food products meet all FDA, USDA, customer, and industry requirements. In this leadership role, you'll partner with Quality, R&D, Operations, Purchasing, Sales, and Marketing to bring innovative products to market while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and food safety.

If you're passionate about regulatory affairs, food labeling, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join PGI Foods?

At PGI Foods, we're proud to manufacture high-quality soups, sauces, and specialty food products trusted by restaurants and retailers nationwide. We're a growing organization that values collaboration, innovation, and professional development.

We Offer

• Competitive Salary: $105,000-$125,000 (DOE)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Career Advancement Potential
• Collaborative Leadership Team

What You'll Do

As our Regulatory Compliance Manager, you'll serve as the company's regulatory expert while leading compliance initiatives across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory compliance programs for existing products and new product launches.
• Review and approve nutrition facts panels, ingredient statements, allergen declarations, and food labels.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, customer, and international regulatory requirements where applicable.
• Oversee packaging artwork approvals and regulated marketing claims, including Organic, Non-GMO, and Gluten-Free.
• Monitor changing food regulations and communicate impacts across the organization.
• Partner with R&D, Quality, Purchasing, Operations, Sales, and Marketing throughout product commercialization.
• Maintain regulatory documentation, certifications, specifications, and compliance records.
• Manage product setup and maintenance within internal systems and customer databases.
• Verify ingredient compliance through supplier documentation and Approved Supplier Programs.
• Conduct regulatory reviews and support internal, customer, and third-party audits.
• Determine HACCP categorization and regulatory requirements for new and existing products.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop regulatory team members.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and serve as the organization's regulatory subject matter expert.

What We're Looking ForRequired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field (Master's preferred).
• 3+ years of experience in food manufacturing, regulatory affairs, quality assurance, or a related technical field.
• 2+ years of experience managing food labeling, nutrition facts panels, ingredient statements, and regulatory documentation.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • FDA & USDA regulations
  • HACCP
  • SQF
  • GMPs
  • SOPs
• Experience reviewing food labels, packaging artwork, and regulatory claims.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and nutrition analysis/compliance software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting new product commercialization.
• HACCP Certification
• PCQI Certification
• SQF Practitioner Certification
• ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification
• Experience with allergen management and ingredient compliance.
• Experience working with customer-specific regulatory requirements.

Why This Role Matters

This position plays a critical leadership role in protecting the integrity of the PGI Foods brand. You'll help ensure every product we manufacture meets regulatory requirements while supporting innovation, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.

If you're ready to lead regulatory compliance for a growing food manufacturer and make a meaningful impact, apply today!

PGI Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

Pay RangeUSD $105,000.00 - USD $125,000.00 /Yr.Employment Type: FULL_TIME