Job Description

As part of Lauridsen Group Inc. (LGI), LGI Services supports a portfolio of businesses dedicated to improving the effectiveness of the global food system. These efforts are guided by core values of trust, collaboration, and innovation.

Lauridsen Group Inc. is comprised of seven independent companies, each operating with an entrepreneurial mindset, actively pursuing new markets, developing innovative products and applications, and identifying new ways to create value. LGI is headquartered in Ankeny and operates approximately sixty manufacturing and sales locations across twenty countries, with products sold in more than sixty countries worldwide.

The purpose of this position is to provide accurate and timely regulatory support to LGI’s businesses.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in a science field (e.g. Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry).

Experience:

Min of 3-5 years of work experience preferably in a regulatory affairs or quality related role or with International trade of regulated ingredients (APHIS, CFIA etc.). Good work history and excellent professional demeanor expected. Computer experience and good English language skills required.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Complete regulatory submission packages for new product registrations and facility approvals/renewals in the US and internationally as identified by the Regulatory Affairs Manager.
• Interact and communicate across functional departments and businesses to gather information for these submissions.
• Support Customer Service with Import/Export needs such as selection of appropriate Health Certificates, confirmation of language on Health Certificates, assisting with researching HTS codes and other support documents as needed.
• Assist with applications for import/export permits for ongoing product shipments, and their annual renewals when needed.
• Draft customer statements in support of the businesses as requested by Regulatory Affairs Manager and Director of Regulatory Technical Support and review process by which frequently asked documents could be shared more efficiently.
• Assist with customer documents such as PIBs, letters, and labels as instructed by the Regulatory Affairs Manager.
• Electronically file documents in support of regulatory submissions and facility registrations/renewals under restricted company files and Reliance program as instructed
• Help keep regulatory files, spreadsheets/databases, calendars, and expiration dates organized.
• Develop new SOPs and review and update existing SOPs as needed.
• Identify ways to improve current processes within the regulatory team.
• Compose monthly reports, develop spreadsheets, manage key project timelines, create presentations, and provide other administrative support as needed.
• Keep abreast of regulatory developments and attend appropriate webinars, classes or workshops to further the knowledge base and skills in global regulatory affairs.
• All other tasks as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Capable of reading and interpreting legal information and analyzing technical information/data
• Ability to work in a fast pace changing environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Great attention to accuracy and detail required
• Good organizational skills

• Effective communication and writing skills with corporate staff as well as customers of LGI businesses.
• Proficient English skills. Spanish or Chinese language skills a plus.
• Competent in the use of computers and software packages such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams. Knowledge of MS Project management, Power BI and Reliance desirable.
• Ability to operate all office equipment required to accomplish job duties such as computers, copiers, and telephone systems.
• Ability to remain calm and professional during peak periods of activities.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to provide support in other work-related areas as needed.

BASIC PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Approximate: 8 Hour Day (may be longer during peak season)

Key:

Occasional = 0% to 33%

Frequent = 34% to 66%

Continuous = 67% to 100%

N/A = Not Applicable

Standing - Frequent

Sitting - Continuous

Walking - Occasional

Bending/Kneeling/Crouching/Stooping - Occasional

Reaching Above Shoulder - Occasional

Climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.) - Occasional

Working on Heights:

Unprotected Heights - N/A

Protected Heights - N/A

Lifting Weights from 0 to 50 pounds - Occasional

Push/Pull/Maneuver Equipment/Products/Materials

Weighing from 0 to 200 pounds - Continuous

Being Around and/or Operating Moving Machinery/Equipment - Occasional

Operating a Vehicle (as a part of your job) - Occasional

Read/Monitor Gauges on Various Equipment/Machinery - N/A

Hand Movements:

Recording Data - Frequent

Operating Office Equipment - Continuous

Operating Computer - Continuous

Simple Grasping (right and left) - Occasional

Firm Grasping (right and left) - Occasional

Fine Manipulating (right and left) - Occasional

Foot Movements to Operate Foot Controls - N/A

Good Vision, Corrected to Normal; or Ability to Access

Required Information and to Perform Job Duties - Yes

Color Definition - Yes

Good Hearing, Corrected to Normal; or Ability to Communicate

and/or Understand Required Information and to Perform Job Duties - Yes

Ability to be Mobile throughout Required Work Areas - Yes

Office - Continuous

Multiple Locations - Occasional

Plant - Occasional

Equipment/Maintenance or Repair Area - N/A

Rough Terrain - N/A

Other - N/A

BASIC MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

This job requires the mental capability to learn, comprehend, and communicate well both orally and in writing. Furthermore, this job requires the incumbent to utilize logical, analytical thought processes, apply common sense, and the ability to solve problems as they arise.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND EXPOSURES:

General office working conditions exist, including extended periods of computer work and extended hours during peak periods of activity.