Job Description

Position

Chemical Compliance Specialist

Summary

A leading Japanese manufacturer is seeking an ambitious and detail-oriented professional to spearhead a newly established Chemical Compliance Specialist role. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in chemical compliance, strong communication skills, and the ability to develop and implement company-wide policies and procedures. This role requires proactive collaboration across diverse teams and ensuring timely compliance reporting to U.S. government agencies. The ability to work independently while effectively engaging with internal and external stakeholders is essential. Fluency in Japanese is a plus.

Essential Duties

• Develop, implement, and manage chemical compliance policies and procedures for North America (U.S. & Mexico), ensuring adherence to TSCA, California Prop 65, PFAS, HFC, and other applicable regulations.
• Lead compliance reporting efforts, including CDR, PFAS, and HFC reports, by gathering necessary information from key business units and production sites.
• Oversee and manage Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all company products. Maintain and optimize the company’s Chemtech account to ensure compliance.
• Serve as a primary liaison with regulatory agencies, Japanese business units, N.A. production sites, and external consultants to address compliance-related inquiries.
• Collaborate with Sales Divisions and N.A. Group companies to assess compliance for new and reformulated products while monitoring evolving industry regulations.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and enhance awareness of compliance policies across the organization.

Working Hours, Working style

Monday - Friday; 9:00 - 17:00 (OT as needed)

• Hybrid remote (2-3 days per week in the office)

Working Location

San Jose, CA or Austin, TX or Detroit, MI

Salary/Benefit

$110K - 130K DOE

• Health/Vision/Dental Insurance Plan
• 401K with company match (up to 4.5%)
• Life insurance
• PTO, sick leave, etc.

Holidays

Saturdays, Sundays, and major US holidays

Qualifications ​

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to interpret complex regulatory requirements.
• In-depth knowledge of chemical compliance regulations, including TSCA, California Prop 65, PFAS, and HFC.
• Detail-oriented with excellent time management skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Material Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• An alternate degree may be considered with equivalent industry experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in a Chemical Compliance role (5-7 years preferred).
• Minimal travel (5-10%) required.

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