Compliance Investigations and Regulatory Manager

WHO YOU ARE:

Are you an experienced Compliance professional with a keen eye for detail and a passion for upholding regulatory standards? Join our team as Compliance Investigations and Regulatory Manager, where you will head investigations centered on potential violations and collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure adherence to laws, regulations, and company policies. Apply now to take on this pivotal role and make a difference in maintaining our organization’s integrity and compliance standards.

WHO WE ARE:

• Leader in food safety solutions for both contract sanitation and chemistry in the food processing industry.
• Over 10,000 dedicated team members across North America.
• Corporate headquarters in Atlanta, GA with team members working in over 250 plants throughout North America.
• Over 50+ years of experience in creating long-lasting partnerships.

OUR MISSION:

We protect the food supply by eliminating risks so families everywhere can eat without fear.

• Protect What Matters: We are in service of safety at every step, ensuring the health of everyone is central to all we do – from plant team members to consumers.?
• Deliver On Our Promises?: We speak honestly and are dedicated to doing the right thing by upholding ethical standards and following through on our commitments to our teams, our customers, and our business.?
• Win as a Team?: We believe in the power of collaboration, uniting our diverse strengths while working hand-in-hand with our team members and customers to unlock potential and achieve stronger results together.?
• Advance a Safer Future?: We are committed to innovating more effective, sustainable, and cost-efficient food safety solutions to develop a safer world for all.?

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The Compliance Investigations and Regulatory Manager will oversee, and head investigations centered on potential violations of law, regulations, or company policies within the organization. Job duties include:

• Develop and implement investigation strategies and protocols to ensure thorough and efficient investigations.
• Conduct comprehensive investigations into alleged misconduct or violations, utilizing various investigative techniques.
• Collect and examine evidence, including interviews, documents, and electronic data, to determine the extent of compliance issues.
• Collaborate with legal, HR, and other relevant departments to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Draft investigative reports detailing findings and recommendations for remedial actions, ensuring accuracy and clarity.
• Advise management on compliance issues and risk mitigation strategies to prevent future violations.
• Keep abreast of regulatory changes and industry best practices to ensure compliance standards are up to date.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on compliance matters, promoting a culture of ethical behavior and integrity.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity throughout the investigative process, adhering to legal and ethical standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

YOUR MUST HAVES:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Possess a valid and active Driver’s License.
• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• 5+ years of investigative and regulatory compliance experience.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Deep understanding of relevant laws and regulations.
• Proven ability to head and manage complex investigations with attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• High level of integrity and professionalism, with a commitment to upholding ethical standards.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks in a challenging environment.

OUR ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment includes a combination of a quiet office and manufacturing environments. Periodic standing, setting, pushing, pulling, carrying or lifting materials up to 25 pounds can be required. Personal Protective Equipment (“PPE”) must be worn in applicable settings. Some third shift and travel work may be required depending on customer/business need. If so, physical requirements can change to include, but not be limited to, expected exposure to wet, hot, cold, requiring Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in our plant manufacturing environment.

Constant (role requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Use of fingers and hands. Lift/Carry 10 lbs or less & push/pull 12 lbs or less.

Frequently (role requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

Stand, climb stairs, walk, sit, reach outward, squat/kneel, bend. Lift/Carry 11-50 lbs & push/pull 13-40 lbs.

Occasional (role requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

Climb & crawl. Lift/Carry 51+ lbs & push/pull 41-100 lbs.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Company Paid Long-Term Disability
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Time
• Employee Assistance Program (“EAP”)
• Training & Development Opportunities

Fortrex is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, veteran status, age, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status, in accordance with all applicable federal state, and local laws. Fortrex is committed to complying with the laws protecting qualified individuals with disabilities. Fortrex will provide a reasonable accommodation for any known physical or mental disability of a qualified individual with a disability to the extent required by law, provided the requested accommodation does not create an undue hardship for the Company and/or does not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace and/or to the individual. If a team member requires an accommodation, they must notify the site manager or the Corporate Human Resources Department. If an applicant requires an accommodation, they must notify the hiring manager and/or the Recruiter hiring for the position.

YOUR NEXT STEPS:

APPLY! All applications will be reviewed, and qualified candidates will be contacted to continue into the interview process. If you feel like you are a good fit for this position, APPLY! If you want to be a part of a large organization that treats you like family, APPLY NOW!