Job Details

Labeling Specialist (Part-Time)

We are seeking two highly motivated individuals for a part-time Labeling Specialist role on an 8-12 month contract, with the potential to convert to a permanent position. This role supports the Director of Regulatory Affairs in a fast-paced and growing regulatory department within the Pet Industry. Candidates located in or willing to self-relocate to the Minneapolis, MN area are preferred, though remote candidates will be considered. Remote candidates may be required to travel periodically to Minneapolis. The position involves flexible hours rangingfrom 16-24 hours per week during first shift business hours.

Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of FDA and USDA labeling regulations and company policies.
• Work closely with the labeling team to support project and business work.
• Develop and maintain accurate food labeling information for finished products to assure compliance with federal, state, and third-party certification standards.
• Collaborate across functional teams to ensure compliance with local and regional regulations and company policies.
• Complete and submit documentation to support regulatory requirements and claims.
• Review and approve artwork, packaging, graphics, and text of product labels to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Develop communication for consumer and customer inquiries pertaining to labeling.
• Manage regulatory, food safety, litigation, brand, and third-party risk for products and businesses, providing input into risk management decisions.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field of study.
• 2-4 years of regulatory experience.
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with outside regulatory agencies.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in the Consumer Products industry is preferred.
• Prior experience with the pet food industry.
• Prior Consumer Packaging Claims experience is a plus.
• Desire to progress to more senior roles within the regulatory function.
• Working knowledge of government regulatory structure and processes.
• Pet enthusiast preferred.

Work Environment

This role operates during first shift hours with the possibility of flexible summer hours (work longer Monday-Thursday, with a half-day on Friday) based on group and business needs. The position is part of a collaborative team of Specialists and Coordinators where effective communication and interpersonal skills are highly valued. Candidates will need a personal laptop (PC preferred) to log in through a company-provided VPN. The position offers holiday pay for six major holidays and accrued sick pay. There is a strong preference for hiring contract workers into full-time positions, as many previous contractors have transitioned to full-time roles. Exceptional benefits are offered.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Plymouth, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APACwith four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.