Director of Global Regulatory Affairs

Rockline Industries & Iatric Manufacturing • Sheboygan, WI

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Rockline Industries is seeking a Director of Global Regulatory Affairs to develop and execute global regulatory strategy supporting product compliance, innovation, business continuity, and growth across international markets. The role influences regulatory strategy across global markets, supports product development and commercialization, partners with executive leadership on strategic initiatives, and leads the global regulatory affairs function. The position also shapes compliance, sustainability, and product stewardship strategies.

The Director oversees global compliance for products, ingredients, packaging, raw materials, labels, and claims; regulatory engagements and approvals across applicable jurisdictions; sustainability and emerging-regulation initiatives; and regulatory partnership with innovation, product development, and commercial teams. The role represents Rockline in industry forums and develops the regulatory team through recruiting, coaching, mentoring, and continuous improvement.

This is a leadership position based in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, with a hybrid or onsite arrangement requiring at least three days in the office per week and up to 25% annual travel. Relocation assistance is available for candidates relocating within commuting distance. Current or future sponsorship is unavailable; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field such as Chemistry, Toxicology, Regulatory Affairs, Environmental Science, Biology, Chemical Engineering, or Pharmaceutical Sciences.
• 15+ years of progressively responsible Regulatory Affairs experience.
• 10+ years of people leadership experience.
• Experience working directly with regulatory agencies.
• Strong knowledge of global regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements.
• Experience within consumer products, personal care, home care, chemicals, OTC, packaging, or related regulated industries.
• Experience with global regulatory requirements and regulatory agencies.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
• Ability to work in the office at least three times per week in the hybrid/onsite arrangement.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% annually.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree or professional certification.
• Experience with EPA registrations.
• Experience supporting international regulatory requirements.
• Experience with sustainability and product stewardship programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Rockline's global regulatory strategy aligned with business growth objectives.
• Assess emerging regulatory trends and evaluate their potential business impacts across global markets.
• Establish regulatory roadmaps that support growth while minimizing compliance and business risks.
• Support innovation, acquisitions, commercialization efforts, and market expansion initiatives.
• Provide executive leadership with timely assessments of regulatory opportunities, changes, and risks.
• Ensure compliance of products, ingredients, packaging, raw materials, labels, and claims across applicable markets.
• Oversee global product registrations, notifications, approvals, renewals, and amendments.
• Lead regulatory support involving agencies and jurisdictions including EPA, FDA, Health Canada, the EU, UK, Australia, Mexico, Korea, and other applicable markets.
• Direct regulatory review and approval of product claims, marketing materials, specifications, and customer communications.
• Provide expertise on ingredient compliance, substances of concern, PFAS, restricted materials, and emerging chemical regulations.
• Lead compliance initiatives related to Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), packaging regulations, environmental claims, recyclability requirements, and sustainability legislation.
• Monitor and interpret evolving global regulatory requirements affecting Rockline products and technologies.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies that support business objectives and compliance requirements.
• Partner with Sustainability and Packaging teams to support future readiness and competitive advantage.
• Collaborate with Innovation and Product Development teams to accelerate commercialization of new products and technologies.
• Evaluate regulatory pathways for new ingredients, technologies, products, and market opportunities.
• Support development of claims strategies and registration plans for new product launches.
• Partner with Commercial teams to support customer requirements and market expansion.
• Serve as a subject matter expert during regulatory inquiries, customer audits, agency inspections, and legal matters.
• Represent Rockline in industry organizations, trade associations, government agencies, and industry working groups.
• Develop regulatory position papers, technical guidance, and communications supporting company interests.
• Recruit, coach, mentor, and develop regulatory affairs professionals.
• Build organizational capability in regulatory affairs, product stewardship, and compliance.
• Establish performance metrics and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Foster strong cross-functional partnerships throughout the organization.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Wellness programs.
• Fitness reimbursement.
• Retirement savings with company match.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Optional supplemental coverage.
• Paid time off at start.
• Education reimbursement.
• Employee discount programs.
• Confidential counseling and resources for personal and work-life needs.
• Relocation assistance for candidates relocating within commuting distance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director