Carbery

Regulatory Specialist I

US - Wauconda, Illinois Full time

Company Overview

Synergy Flavors, part of the Carbery Group, is more than just a leading international supplier of ingredients to the global food and beverage industry—we’re a team driven by purpose. Our vision is simple yet powerful: enriching lives through healthier and tastier foods.

We believe great flavor starts with great people. That’s why we’re committed to hiring creative, passionate individuals who want to make a real impact. With deep expertise across food, beverage, and nutrition, our teams develop high-quality taste solutions that inspire innovation and elevate everyday experiences.

Your Role in Synergy's Success

The Regulatory Specialist 1 role will primarily focus on preparing regulatory documentation and addressing technical product inquiries ranging from low to moderate complexity; ensuring our flavors comply with industry standards and unique customer requirements. This role is ideal for a detail oriented professional eager to grow within the food and flavor industry. Given the technical nature of modern regulatory compliance, a high level of proficiency in digital systems and database management tools is essential in achieving reliability, speed, and consistency that our customers can count on.

How You Will Contribute

Roles and Responsibilities:

 

  • Documentation & Compliance: Prepare standard regulatory documents, complete detailed customer questionnaires, and answer technical product inquiries in a timely manner

  • Data Management: Support the collection, organization, and review of raw material supplier documentation while ensuring data is accurately entered into applicable systems

  • Research & Insights: Research various regulatory topics and regulations to stay ahead of industry shifts and emerging market trends

  • Continuous Process Improvement: Contribute to the evolution of internal regulatory programs to increase efficiency and reliability

  • Certification Support: Assist with on-site audits and internal programs for facility certifications including Kosher, Halal, Organic, and Fairtrade

  • Customer Engagement: Maintain professional, courteous communication with both internal teams and external customers

  • Sensory: Participate in Synergy’s organoleptic evaluation program

  • Adaptability: Execute additional duties and departmental projects as needed by the department manager

Qualifications & Skills Required:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline such as Chemistry, Biology, Food Science, or related field

  • Experience: 1-3 years in a regulatory or technical role, ideally within the flavor or food ingredient industry

  • Digital Proficiency: Knowledge in digital systems, specifically:

    • Microsoft Windows Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Power BI)

    • Experience with Product Vision, TraceGains, Microsoft Dynamics 365, and Intelligent Authoring is highly preferred

  • Communication: Exceptional verbal and written skills, with a proven ability to handle direct customer inquiries

  • Core Strengths: Sharp attention to detail, superior time management, and the ability to multitask in an ever-changing environment

  • Mindset: A positive, flexible attitude with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development

Starting Salary : $65,000 to 87,500/yr

The actual compensation that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled.

For more information on our benefits click here.

Our Commitment to our People

We are a diverse and growing workforce of over 1,000 people across eight countries globally. As we continue to grow, we want to ensure that Carbery Group continues to be a place where people are supported to develop and feel that they can do their best work. We are committed to driving growth, developing future capability and delivering results through our dedicated teams.

We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and an inclusive workplace where your skills, perspectives, and experience help shape the future of our industry. Join us and be part of a team that values collaboration and makes a meaningful impact - from local communities to global markets.

Carbery Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a supportive work environment.