Job Description
About the position The Product Compliance Regulatory Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring that all chemical products meet applicable regulatory, environmental, and safety standards across global markets. This position supports cross-functional teams by providing expert guidance on product hazard communication, product labeling, while proactively managing compliance risks and facilitating market access. Responsibilities • Author and maintain SDSs and product labels in compliance with GHS and North American hazard communication regulations (E.g., OSHA, WHMIS, NOM, etc.). • Conduct regulatory reviews for new product development, reformulations, and packaging updates. • Monitor evolving regulations in key markets (e.g., North America, EU, LATAM) and assess impact on product portfolios. • Collaborate with Legal, Marketing, Product Technology and Supply Chain and other cross-functional areas to ensure regulatory alignment across product lifecycles. • Support internal and external audits, customer inquiries, and certification processes. • Assist in developing phased compliance strategies for complex regulatory environments and emerging markets. • Maintain regulatory databases and ensure timely updates to compliance documentation systems. • Identifies and contributes to continuous improvement efforts to reduce costs or increase productivity without reducing effectiveness. • Expected to exercise discretion and independent judgment with matters of significance. • Maintain an open and candid working relationship with immediate supervisor/manager in discussing matters of importance. • Adhere to established company values, practices, policies, and procedures at all times. Follow and support compliance with all applicable safety rules, laws, regulations, and standards. • Demonstrates regular and punctual attendance at the assigned work location during normal business hours. • Assist with banned/restricted substance regulations, dangerous goods transportation and product exposure/risk assessment documentation. • Participate in industry working groups and regulatory committees. • Support internal training programs on chemical safety and product compliance. Requirements • Demonstrate strong knowledge of chemical regulatory frameworks and consumer goods safety standards. • Use SDS authoring platforms and labeling software (e.g., WERCS, ExESS) proficiently. • Interpret complex regulatory language and technical data. • Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. • Organize and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. • Demonstrate technical competencies in manufacturing principles, toxicology, environmental health, SDS and label authoring, exposure and life-cycle assessment. • Demonstrate business acumen and an understanding of alignment of business goals. • Demonstrate professional competence as an individual contributor, facilitator and team member to find innovative solutions to solve problems using good judgement. • Operate a computer PC proficiency; ability to use specialized chemical inventory management software. • Effectively and respectfully communicate with co-workers, team members, and internal or external customers. • Interpret technical instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. • Pay attention to details and pursue quality in accomplishing work duties and tasks. • Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. • Consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one(s); look for opportunities to reduce costs or increase productivity without reducing effectiveness. • Monitor/Assess performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. • Identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. • Make sure that the work is delivered on time and of high quality. • Develop good work practices to get the job done. • Use equipment, resources, and time in an efficient and effective manner. • Work in a cooperative manner with management, co-workers, internal/external customers, and vendors. • Hybrid/Remote worker must have a reliable high-speed internet connection and a suitable remote workspace. • The individual must be able to walk through office and manufacturing facilities, inside and out, including walking on level and unleveled ground. • Bachelors degree in chemistry, environmental science, regulatory affairs, or related field. • 5+ years of experience in product compliance or regulatory affairs within automotive, chemicals or consumer goods industries. Nice-to-haves • Certification in Regulatory Affairs, CHMM, or equivalent preferred. • Experience in manufacturing, packaging for Retail or Aftermarket products is preferred. Apply tot his job