Product Label Specialists

Nexus Staffing Specialists is a dynamic, fast growing company with tremendous advancement opportunity. We are presently searching for a Bilingual – Spanish , Talent Acquisition Specialist for our new flagship office at 330 Lynnway in Lynn, MA. This state of the art, custom designed location is our 4th office. If you are looking for an energetic organization with a mentoring spirit and significant advancement opportunity, you have found a home with Nexus Staffing Specialists. Nexus Staffing Specialists has combined experience of over 20 years in staffing and providing talent globally. Our professional staff of recruiters based in the Boston and NY area provides comprehensive staffing needs including temporary, temporary to hire, and professional placement in the areas of manufacturing, engineering, IT, finance, logistics and warehouse, supervisory, operations and more..

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

•  Generates label content in accordance with FDA/USDA regulatory requirements using Genesis/ESHA software, including nutritional data, allergen statements, ingredient listings, bar codes, common name, and applicable claims.

•  Label application preparation for both KC and private label including USDA, FDA, Organic, GIG/gluten and new private label accounts including notification of any recipe or ingredient changes.

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 Liaise with Sales and Culinary to create sample labels and preliminary finished product specifications as needed.

•   Maintain confidentiality of product formulas ingredient specifications and related governmental materials.

• Work with Corporate & Regulatory Compliance to ensure that product labeling meets applicable regulatory and industry requirements.

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       Enters the technical label information into the appropriate systems, properly setting up new materials against raw material specifications into Genesis software as needed.
o Implement and communicate revisions to recipes and labels with all appropriate personnel.

•        Work with cross functional team (Procurement, Culinary, and Corporate & Regulatory Compliance) to ensure food policy compliance.
o Remains aware of changes in rules and regulations affecting label copy and contents.

Qualifications and Experience

•        Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition, Food Technology OR equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience required.

•       Previous experience managing accuracy of data, data entry, and document/record management required as well as experience in generating, reviewing and approval of technical food label copy.

•        Demonstrated ability to problem solve, research, analyze and source missing information.
o Conversant with food label terminology and regulatory aspects of labels and claims

•        Must be conscientious, accurate, detail oriented, organized and a team player

•        Familiarity with FDA and USDA guidelines

•        Ability to quickly learn new systems/procedures. Must know how to utilize all resources available, be willing to learn and accept changing priorities - Adept at meeting deadlines

•        Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, oral and written communications skills

•        Previous experience working with Genesis/ESHA software
o Strong PC skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel). Moderate skill in Adobe Creative Suite a plus.

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       Strong demonstrated project management skills

Required attributes
o Self-starter able to conceptualize and drive initiatives forward
o Positive attitude and motivated by contributing to the overall success of the team

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      Able to develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

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      Creative problem solving skills
o Obsessive attention to detail, well organized and able to juggle many projects at once

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       Comfortable moving at a fast pace and in ambiguous environments

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      Passionate about food
o Willing to address difficult situations head on with patience and respect

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.