Chemical Compliance Specialist - 56464

Job Title: Chemical Compliance Specialist

Department: Legal and Compliance Division

Reports to: Director of Legal and Compliance

Classification: Full-time, Exempt

People Manager: No

Location: San Jose, CA / Austin, TX / Wixom, MI

Workstyle: Hybrid (2-3 days/week in the office)

Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000 (depends on location)

General Summary / Objective

A leading global organization specializing in advanced materials and technologies is seeking an ambitious and motivated professional to lead a newly created chemical compliance role. This position requires diverse experience in chemical compliance, strong communication skills, and the ability to develop robust company policies and procedures while ensuring timely fulfillment of chemical reporting requirements for U.S. government agencies. The ideal candidate can work autonomously and collaborate effectively across diverse teams and cultures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Policy Development and Implementation

• Develop, implement, and maintain chemical compliance policies and procedures for the North American (N.A.) region, covering the United States and Mexico.
• Ensure compliance with regulations such as TSCA, California Prop 65, PFAS, HFC, and others related to the organization’s products.

• Regulatory Reporting and Documentation

• Prepare and manage regulatory reports (e.g., CDR, PFAS, HFC) to ensure accurate and timely submissions.
• Collaborate with key business units and production sites to collect necessary information.
• Verify and manage Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all products.
• Oversee the Chemtrec Account to maintain compliance.

• Stakeholder Communication

• Liaise with external stakeholders, including international business units, North American production sites, regulatory agencies, and consultants.
• Address regulatory inquiries and concerns related to products sold or manufactured in North America.

• Compliance Assessments

• Work with Sales Divisions and North American group companies to assess new products, reformulated products, and new industry regulations.
• Ensure compliance with U.S., Mexican, and global regulations.

• Process Improvement

• Identify and implement process improvements to optimize compliance workflows.
• Build awareness of policies and procedures within the chemical compliance function.

Necessary Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Material Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Candidates with alternate degrees may be considered if they have significant applicable experience.

Experience

• 3-5 years of proven experience in a chemical compliance or similar role (5-7 years preferred).
• Demonstrated success in:
  • Developing and implementing chemical compliance policies and procedures.
  • Preparing and managing regulatory reports (e.g., CDR, PFAS, HFC).
  • Managing Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and compliance accounts such as Chemtrec.

Regulatory Knowledge

• Strong understanding of chemical compliance regulations, including:
  • TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act)
  • California Proposition 65
  • PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances)
  • HFC (Hydrofluorocarbons) and similar regulations.

Skills and Abilities

• Analytical and Technical

• Ability to assess and interpret complex regulatory and technical information.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities.

• Communication and Collaboration

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with diverse teams, including international stakeholders, government agencies, and consultants.

• Time and Project Management

• Exceptional time management skills to handle multiple deadlines.
• Ability to identify opportunities for process improvements and implement effective solutions.

• Software Proficiency

• Familiarity with compliance-related software tools is advantageous.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to travel 5%–10% of the time as needed.
• Ability to work in a hybrid model (2-3 days/week in the office).

To apply, please send resume to abutterfield@pasona.com