Regulatory Affairs Manager - Kemin
Des Moines, IA 50317
About the Job
Kemin Nutrisurance is seeking a Regulatory Affairs Manager! In this role, you would be responsible for helping to prepare national and international product registrations, monitoring and influencing regulatory changes, and ensuring regulatory compliance of product formulations, labels and literature. This position requires the ability to provide a regulatory analysis on components (raw materials, processing aids, dietary, food and feed ingredients) and contaminants for projects in PIP (Product Innovation Process).
We Are Kemin
We are visionaries who see things differently and are inspired by the world around us.
We have been dedicated to using applied science to improve the quality of life for over half a century.
We are a global ingredient manufacturer that strives to sustainably transform the quality of life every day for 80 percent of the world with its products and services.
For over half a century, Kemin has been dedicated to using applied science to address industry challenges and offer product solutions to customers in more than 120 countries. Kemin provides ingredients to feed a growing population with its commitment to the quality, safety and efficacy of food, feed and health-related products to customers in more than 120 countries.
Established in 1961, Kemin is a privately held, family-owned-and-operated company with more than 2,800 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, India, Italy, Russia, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa and the United States.
As a Kemin team member, you’ll receive…
- A competitive financial package- in addition to your salary, we offer an uncapped bonus opportunity, 401k match program, and paid vacation and holidays.
- Robust health and wellness support- we are proud to offer a fitness reimbursement (for your whole family!), an on-site fitness center, restaurant with seasonal fresh food options (and the ability to order food to bring home), and free fresh fruit in break areas- to name a few.
- Continued learning opportunities- Kemin offers tuition reimbursement and recently launched a new corporate university with online and in-person training opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career.
- The chance to give back to our world- Through our foundation of servant leadership, we are proud to offer ample service opportunities, including paid time off to do so. Kemin has a valued corporate partnership with both The World Food Program and Habitat for Humanity, in addition to many local initiatives.
- Opportunities to support our valued educators- Kemin is a proud sponsor of the Iowa Governor's Stem Advisory Council where we fund annual teacher's awards. In addition, we have a robust internship and externship program, and frequently host student tours.
- Provide overall guidance, daily management and direction for the RA department.
- Assume regulatory compliance for Kemin products and develop regulatory strategies to achieve product registrations on a timely basis in a worldwide capacity.
- Serve as a Kemin liaison to major regulatory agencies and involved in government agency inspections, including, but not limited to FDA, CFIA, USDA, OSHA, DOT, FAA, etc. as needed.
- Coordinate and conduct training for new employees in the RA area, or for company employees on new regulatory topics (new regulations, legislation)
- Follows and maintains an environment of food and/or feed safety in compliance with rules and regulations, as applicable.
- Work with other departments such as, but not limited to Scientist, Sales, Quality Control Staff, Executives, and Customers.
- Write, maintain and administer RA Disaster Recovery Plan, as required.
- Responsibility for initial review of product formulas and product claims for Kemin.
- Assist with the preparation of the department monthly report.
- Review and sign-off for some Marketing/Sales literature for Kemin products.
- Assist in management of product recalls for Kemin products.
- Attend industry trade shows; stay current on trends as they affect regulations.
Qualifications:
- Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific related field
- 7+ years of relative experience within regulatory
- Level will commensurate with experience
- Must be customer service-oriented and work well with varied personalities inside and outside of the corporation.
- Ability to read, write, handle basic math problems.
- Ability to manage projects.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Basic computer knowledge.
- Analytical abilities.
- Extensive knowledge of MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint software.
Kemin is an equal opportunity employer, and all reasonable accommodation will be considered.
A post-offer background check and drug screen is required. Additional pre-employment requirements may be necessary based on position.
Kemin is a drug-free and tobacco-free campus.
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