Job DetailsJob Location: Central Kitchen Oregon - Portland, OR 97214Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $24.50 - $28.85 Hourly Regulatory Compliance Coordinator $24.50 - $28.85 - Full-Time | Hourly (Non-Exempt) Position Summary/Objective of job: The Regulatory Compliance Coordinator supports the accurate, timely, and controlled execution of product regulatory and technical documentation for Salt & Straw products. Working under the direction of the Director of QA and Food Safety, this role prepares and maintains Nutrition Facts Panels, ingredient statements, allergen declarations, packaging reviews, specifications, supplier and ingredient approval records, customer documents, and related regulatory records using approved procedures and source information. This is an early-career technical role designed to build regulatory capability while providing dependable execution of routine work. The Coordinator is expected to recognize inconsistencies, follow established review and escalation criteria, and immediately escalate any potential food safety, legality, or material quality concern to the Director. Essential Functions: Prepare, update, and verify product label declarations — including Nutrition Facts Panels, ingredient statements, allergen declarations, and standards-of-identity language — using approved formulas, nutrition software, and supplier documentation; confirm source data and supporting records before approval Review packaging artwork, label copy, and regulatory documents using approved checklists and procedures; escalate novel claims, exceptions, or higher-risk decisions to the Director Maintain regulatory approval records, version control, change history, and archival of superseded labels, specifications, and supporting documents Create and maintain finished-product, ingredient, packaging, and customer specifications; verify alignment across formulas, labels, supplier documentation, and approved product information Administer ingredient and supplier approval workflows; collect and organize documentation, track expirations, and prepare approval packages for QA leadership Review supplier onboarding documents and Certificates of Analysis against approved specifications; escalate deviations or risk concerns to the Director Maintain supplier and ingredient documentation, including specifications, allergen statements, letters of guarantee, certifications, and other required records Support regulatory change control for formula, supplier, packaging, and label changes; ensure approved versions are distributed to relevant internal teams, manufacturing sites, and co-manufacturers Complete customer technical questionnaires, specification portals, regulatory letters, and supporting documents using approved source information Support commercialization by completing regulatory documentation and confirming label and specification requirements are met before launch milestones Maintain audit-ready regulatory files and provide requested records for audits, inspections, investigations, customer requests, and recalls Support investigation and correction of labeling, specification, and supplier-documentation errors, including assigned corrective actions and document updates Develop and maintain checklists, templates, and work instructions for routine regulatory documentation processes Partner with R&D, Marketing, Procurement, Manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams to gather source information and support product launches and ongoing maintenance Foster a positive and engaging work environment by maintaining open communication, supporting continuous improvement, and embracing Salt & Straw's values QualificationsQualifications: Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Regulatory Affairs, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field, or equivalent education and relevant experience 2+ years of experience in food labeling, regulatory compliance, specifications, supplier documentation, quality assurance, or food manufacturing preferred; relevant internships, co-ops, or academic project experience may be considered Experience with nutrition and labeling software such as Genesis or an equivalent system preferred; willingness and ability to learn required Familiarity with FDA food labeling requirements, allergens, Nutrition Facts, ingredient declarations, claims, specifications, and supplier documentation preferred Experience with document control, artwork review, customer portals, or technical product records preferred HACCP, PCQI, SQF, allergen-management, or food-labeling training preferred but not required at hire; assigned training may be completed as part of role development Knowledge and Critical Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, document control, version control, and follow-through Ability to follow established procedures, checklists, and approval workflows consistently and identify when escalation is required Ability to interpret formulas, supplier specifications, labels, and technical documents with guidance and identify inconsistencies among source records Developing knowledge of food labeling and regulatory requirements and the curiosity to research assigned questions using approved resources Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and recurring documentation tasks Clear written communication, collaboration, judgment, and willingness to ask questions when requirements are unclear Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, spreadsheets, document-management systems, and the ability to learn nutrition-labeling and customer-portal tools High integrity and ethics; ability to work effectively with people of all backgrounds and identities Fluency in English Physical Demands: Sitting approximately 70% of the time, standing approximately 15% of the time, and walking approximately 15% of the time Frequent repetitive motion and regular use of a computer keyboard, mouse, telephone, and other office equipment Regularly required to talk, hear, and see; specific vision abilities include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus Occasional bending, reaching, twisting, and lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds Regular movement through production, warehouse, laboratory, and office areas, including refrigerated or frozen environments Work Environment: This is an on-site position based at CKOR, with routine work in office, production, warehouse, and laboratory environments The noise level is usually quiet in office areas and may be loud in production environments; personal protective equipment may be required Production areas may include restricted spaces, wet or uneven floors, and refrigerated or frozen areas where spatial awareness is important Common allergens, including dairy, nuts, wheat, eggs, soy, and other ingredients, are present Strong scents and odors may be present depending on ingredients, production, sanitation, and cleaning activities Work is generally performed during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, with schedule adjustments as business needs require Salt & Straw Total Rewards: Everyday Pay: Optional access to earned wages before payday for added financial flexibility. 401(k) with Company Match: Eligible after 3 months of service, with automatic enrollment and a 50% company match on deferrals, up to 1% of pay. Paid Time Off: Accrues starting at approximately 2 weeks per year, increasing with tenure. Sick Leave: Forty hours provided after 30 days of employment plus ongoing accrual based on hours worked. Paid Holidays: Twelve paid holidays annually. Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage: Available beginning the first of the month following your start date. Career Development & Tuition Assistance: Career growth opportunities and up to $1,800/year in education reimbursement for eligible programs. Team Member Discount: Enjoy a 30% discount on our handmade ice cream and merchandise. Additional Voluntary Benefits: Including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, commuter benefits, and pet insurance Commuter Benefits Salt & Straw offers an employer-sponsored Commuter Benefit, administered by ALICE. This benefit allows you to set aside pre-tax dollars to use for certain work-related commuting expenses. These expenses include qualified parking costs, mass transit expenses, and ride sharing. The IRS establishes a maximum amount of commuter assistance benefits that a Team Member can exclude from income for tax purposes. The limits for 2023 are $300 per month for qualified parking, and $300 per month for mass transit and ride sharing. To learn more about your ALICE Commuter Benefit, visit https://thisisalice.com/faqs/. Accessibility Support Salt & Straw offers support for those who need assistance with our online application process to provide an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you are a U.S. applicant and desire a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, please contact our HR team at people@saltandstraw.com. Salt & Straw is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer of all qualified individuals. We will consider all people - minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities no matter their sexual orientation or gender identity. Salt & Straw will consider giving opportunities to qualified individuals with criminal histories when it aligns with federal, state and local statutes. Salt & Straw participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration, and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Please note that we do not use this information to pre-screen job applicants. Salt and Straw Values Create The Unbelievable Show Up Generously Act With Thoughtful Curiosity Share Human Kindness Make It Count We can’t wait to meet you!

Learn more about this Employer on their Career Site