Description:

Do you look forward to a new challenge each day in a fast paced ever changing environment?

Are you good at organizing information, have an innate attention to detail, and enjoy learning about regulations?

Do you have experience in, or an interest in working in a manufacturing environment?

If you said yes, then our Regulatory Coordinator role at The Town Dock might be right for you!

The Regulatory Coordinator is responsible for ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements relating to food safety and quality compliance. This position manages document control, label approval, assists with third party audit work, develops Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), specifications, and policies collaboratively with FSQA Manager. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to performing quality control (QC) tasks as necessary.

This position is responsible for, but not limited to:

Develop, update and implement SOPs and policies for all FSQA procedures
Assist in the development of specifications for all ingredients, raw materials, and finished goods
Develop, measure, and report on actionable regulatory and compliance KPIs
Assist with and provide backup for plant inspections with FDA, DOH, USDC
Assist with samples and submission of water testing for the facility
Provide and execute recommendations in collaboration with the FSQA Manager for regulatory process improvements
Create and maintain a regulatory training program in collaboration with HR and Quality
Assist with the internal audit program for Narragansett facility in collaboration with Quality
Conduct third party audit preparatory work year-round in collaboration with HR, Facilities & Maintenance, Quality, and Operations
The Regulatory Coordinator develops, measures, and reports on regulatory and compliance Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), process improvements, and training for The Town Dock.
Oversee nutrition fact testing program and the label approval process
Participate in annual reviews of documentation, specifications, SOPs, and policies
Establish and adhere to a schedule for deliverables against set goals and expectations
Perform QC tasks and custom project assessments as needed
Perform additional job-related duties as assigned

For more than 40 years, The Town Dock has focused on offering both the highest quality wild-caught calamari and the very best service. A market leader in wholesale calamari for foodservice and retail, we are located on the docks in Point Judith, Rhode Island. We offer a full suite of calamari, from certified sustainable local squid to the best imports from around the globe.

The Town Dock is a family-owned company who focuses on our core values, including doing the right thing every day. We are one of Rhode Island's Best Places to Work, receiving awards in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 & 2023! We've also received PBN awards for Fastest Growing Private Company, Lean Management, and Overall Excellence.

Requirements:

Degree in Food Science or related field work preferred with demonstrated regulatory experience required.
Self-starter with organized and detailed work habits and excellent time management skills
Attention to detail with an ability to perform critical review of various types of documents
Comfortable with repetitive tasks
Leads with a proactive, preventative, and inclusive mindset
Strong and demonstrable knowledge of QC procedures, GMP, GFSI, HACCP, FDA and USDC regulations, and food industry best practices
Ability to be Seafood HACCP certified
Ability to work independently to achieve set goals and expectations, solve problems, and work cross-culturally at all levels of the organization and with external vendors or customers
Expected to report onsite in Narragansett and to be available for rotating on-call work on weekends and holidays
Ability to travel to other locations as needed, such as New Bedford, MA
Physical abilities: Climb ladders to inspect equipment, lift 20 lbs., sit at a desk doing computer work for long periods of time, and stand for long periods of time in cool temperatures and wet manufacturing environments
Strong computer skills including MS Office Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and ability to learn Seasoft, Bar Tender, and other software as needed
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English required, Spanish a plus
A strong belief and commitment to continuous learning and improvement, positive attitude, teamwork, accountability, and ethical behavior

Compensation details: 28-32 Hourly Wage

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