Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Job Description

Job Purpose: The Regulatory Compliance Specialist will be responsible for leading and managing comprehensive product and environmental reporting requirements. This position will play a critical role in analyzing and interpreting regulatory changes, developing compliance strategies, and filing compliance reports to required agencies across a wide range of platforms while also supporting broader regulatory affairs functions. 

 

Reporting and Compliance Duties: 

• Own and manage all reporting requirements including, but not limited to: 


• Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)


• WERCSmart


• OEM reporting platforms


• REACH compliance requirements


• VOC and PFAS disclosures


• Customer-specific environmental and regulatory reporting


• Follow organizational policies and procedures to ensure a controlled documentation and record retention system. 


• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to gather and validate data and implement master data strategies.


• Monitor regulatory changes and ensure timely updates to reporting protocols.

 

Regulatory Affairs Duties:

Including but not limited to:

• Assist in the creation and maintenance of Safety Data Sheets (SDS).


• Conduct label reviews to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.


• Support other regulatory affairs functions as needed, including product registrations and hazard communication.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in regulatory affairs, business, chemistry, environmental science, engineering, pre-law, or related field required. 


• 3-5 years of experience in regulatory compliance and reporting. 


• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks like REACH, EPR, VOC, PFAS.


• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulatory requirements relevant to the performance chemical and lubricants industry.


• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex regulations and standards.


• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, for engaging with various stakeholders and regulatory authorities.


• Detail-oriented mindset with exceptional organizational capabilities to manage multiple compliance projects.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Familiarity with platforms such as WERCSmart, Assent, and iFord.


• Experience with SDS authoring tools software.


• Knowledge of global chemical regulations, product stewardship practices, and labeling standards.


• Proficiency in Excel and compliance management systems.

Physical Requirements 

• Ability to sit at a desk and work on a computer for extended periods.


• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.


• Visual acuity to read and interpret technical documents, labels, and digital displays.


• Occasional travel may be required (less than 10%).