Labeling Specialist

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THE VALUE YOU'LL BRING:

The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.

As a Labeling Specialist, you will play a key role in coordinating, developing, and organizing labeling and packaging for both Smithfield products and private label customers. You will collaborate closely with various departments-including Business Development, Quality Assurance, Research & Development, Product Integration, Sales, Marketing, and plant personnel-to create accurate and compliant regulatory content for product graphics.

In this position, you will be responsible for validating all regulatory information and claims on labeling and packaging, ensuring that every detail meets industry standards. You will also manage the creation of generic approval records and secure USDA sketch approvals, as needed, prior to plant production.

To thrive in this role, you must be highly organized, with exceptional verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to make independent decisions that ensure compliance and accuracy. Your attention to detail and proactive approach will be essential in maintaining high standards and ensuring regulatory success.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

• Labeling Packaging Needs and Requirements: You will create and maintain CODE SOFT and/or Label Matrix labeling systems for PIC case labeling, ensuring all templates comply with USDA regulations and company production standards. You will collaborate with Business Directors and R&D to determine labeling requirements for new products, process templates for approval in CODE SOFT, and archive all necessary documentation in Laserfiche for future reference.

• USDA Forms and Approvals: You will ensure that all printed packaging used by Smithfield Foods has USDA sketch and/or generic approval before being put into use. You will manage USDA approvals by utilizing the LSAS web portal for sketch approvals, working with third-party agencies for USDA LPDD approvals, and obtaining temporary approvals as needed. Additionally, you will keep labeling and packaging up to date for USDA compliance audits and maintain all approval records in the Laserfiche archive

• Training & Miscellaneous: You will stay up to date on changes to USDA regulations, policies, and directives to ensure compliance and accuracy in labeling and packaging. You will also learn and utilize internal systems to complete required documentation while contributing to special projects and assisting other departments as needed.

WHAT WE'RE SEEKING:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 2+ years of experience with regulatory affairs in the food or meat industry, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Knowledge of database software; Manufacturing software; Spreadsheet and Word processing software; PMDM system and SAP preferred.

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Good decision making, problem solving and conflict resolution skills.

• Travel required, up to 10% of the time.

• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.

• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

• Must be able to communicate effectively and respond to common requests about products and processes.

• Must have the ability to complete required applicable forms in English, which requires the ability to read and write in English

OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT:

• Knowledge of Food/Meat Industry concepts, practices, and procedures, preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Corporate working environment.

• Noise level in the work environment is moderate.

• When located in the plant the environment will include wet, damp, cold, slippery and loud conditions with moving parts, and vibrating parts.

• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

• Specific vision includes close vision and ability to adjust focus.

• Frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talk or hear.

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.