Director of Global Regulatory Affairs

Rockline Industries, people who make it right•Sheboygan, WI

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Rockline Industries is seeking a Director of Global Regulatory Affairs to develop and execute the company’s global regulatory strategy in support of product compliance, innovation, business continuity, and growth across international markets. This leadership role influences regulatory strategy across global markets, supports product development and commercialization, partners with executive leadership on strategic initiatives, and shapes compliance, sustainability, and product stewardship strategies. The Director oversees global compliance for products, ingredients, packaging, raw materials, labels, and claims; regulatory registrations and approvals; agency and jurisdictional interactions; and review of claims and communications. The role also leads responses to emerging regulations and sustainability requirements, supports new product and technology commercialization, represents Rockline in industry and government forums, and recruits, develops, and leads regulatory affairs professionals. The position is based in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, with a hybrid or onsite arrangement requiring at least three days in the office per week and travel of up to 25% annually. Relocation assistance is available to candidates relocating within commuting distance. Sponsorship is not available; candidates must be legally 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 or more years of progressively responsible Regulatory Affairs experience.
10 or more years of people leadership experience.
Experience working directly with regulatory agencies.
Strong knowledge of global regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements.
Experience in consumer products, personal care, home care, chemicals, OTC, packaging, or related regulated industries.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

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 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 activities involving agencies and jurisdictions including EPA, FDA, Health Canada, the EU, the UK, Australia, Mexico, and Korea.
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, 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 ensure 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 efforts.
Serve as a subject matter expert during regulatory inquiries, customer audits, agency inspections, and legal matters.
Represent Rockline within 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.