Career Opportunities: Product Sustainability Manager (5449)

Ahlstrom•Boston, MA

13d

About The Position

You have a choice of where you want to work! We invite you along on our journey to Purify and Protect, with Every Fiber, for a Sustainable World . We aim to attract, retain, and energize passionate people, like you , by investing in your professional development and providing opportunities for personal growth. Do your values align with ours? Accountability, Growth mindset, One team, Care and a fair and inclusive work environment for everyone, everywhere! We strive to meet the highest standards of corporate citizenship by protecting the health and safety of our team , safeguarding the environment, and creating a long-lasting, positive impact on the communities where we do business. Are you with us?!? The Product Stewardship Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the safety, compliance, and sustainability of specialty paper products throughout their lifecycle. This role supports the mill's commitment to environmental responsibility, regulatory excellence, and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will lead efforts in regulatory compliance, product safety, and sustainability reporting, while serving as a key liaison between internal teams and external stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Paper Science, or related field (Master's preferred).
5+ years of experience in product stewardship, regulatory affairs, or sustainability within the paper, packaging, or manufacturing industry.
Strong understanding of fiber-based product regulations and sustainability frameworks.
Experience with customer audits and regulatory documentation.
Excellent communication, organization, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with pulp and paper manufacturing processes.
Experience with compliance platforms
Certifications in Regulatory Affairs, Environmental Management, or Sustainability Reporting is a plus.

Responsibilities

Ensure Regulatory Compliance & Documentation: Maintain compliance with regulations like U.S. TSCA, EU REACH, EUDR, California Proposition 65, and FDA/EU food contact regulations.
Manage and maintain certifications such as FSC®, SFI®, ISO 14001, BRC and BPI Certified Compostable Products.
Oversee product labeling and create accurate documentation for customers and regulatory bodies.
Train internal teams on regulatory requirements and risk mitigation.
Provide Customer & Audit Support: Serve as the main point of contact for customer compliance inquiries and third-party audits.
Prepare and submit documentation, including Food Contact Statements, Substance Disclosures (PFAS, heavy metals, etc.), and sustainability/compostability certifications.
Ensure timely responses to customer requests and questionnaires.
Facilitate training sessions for customers on company sustainability practices.
Manage Product Safety & Risk: Monitor changes to restricted substance lists and emerging regulatory trends.
Collaborate with R D, procurement, and manufacturing to ensure raw materials and product formulations remain compliant.
Conduct risk assessments and provide regulatory insights to support product development.
Support Sustainability & Environmental Impact: Provide data and reporting on environmental metrics like greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, deforestation impact, recyclability, and compostability.
Help the company meet its sustainability goals and assist with customer ESG initiatives.
Contribute to Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) and other environmental studies.