Regulatory and Trade Compliance Associate

Sandvik•Tavares, FL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Regulatory and Trade Compliance Associate at GWS Tool Group supports product regulatory and materials compliance, import and export compliance, and responsible-sourcing activities. The role works with Engineering, Supply Chain, Sales, Customer Service, Quality, EHS, Operations, Accounting, and other stakeholders to help ensure products, materials, suppliers, and international transactions comply with applicable laws, regulations, customer requirements, and company policies. The associate translates complex requirements into practical business processes, maintains accurate compliance records, assists with customer and supplier requests, and helps identify potential risks. This position supports responsible business practices, risk reduction, and continuous improvement. The role supports U.S. and international trade controls, including EAR, ITAR, and customs requirements; product and materials regulations; regulatory documentation and records; and monitoring regulatory developments. It also assists with screenings, license determinations, customer questionnaires, training, reporting, corrective actions, and the development and maintenance of compliance policies and procedures. The position is remote or hybrid, with periodic travel to GWS Tool Group facilities or other business locations potentially required. The associate must have a valid driver’s license and be able to travel within the United States and Canada. Travel is less than 10%.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline; equivalent relevant education and experience may be considered.
One to three years of experience in regulatory compliance, trade compliance, customs, engineering, or a related field; relevant internships, cooperative education, or manufacturing experience may be considered.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft applications and related business systems.
Ability to read and interpret regulations and technical specifications.
Analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
Organizational and project-management skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical and regulatory requirements to varied audiences.
Ability to recognize compliance risks and determine when an issue requires escalation.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams and multiple locations.
Self-motivation and adaptability in response to evolving business and regulatory requirements.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to travel within the United States and Canada.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods and work on a computer; stand and walk for periods of time, including in manufacturing environments; use required personal protective equipment in manufacturing or operational areas; and travel between locations by driving or flying.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a manufacturing or other regulated environment.
Exposure to import and export requirements, country-of-origin rules, sanctions screening, or free-trade agreements.
Familiarity with one or more of EAR, ITAR, REACH, RoHS, TSCA, Proposition 65, PFAS requirements, or conflict minerals.
Experience using trade-compliance, materials-compliance, supplier-data, ERP, or document-management systems.
Experience reviewing technical, supplier, customer, or regulatory documentation.

Responsibilities

Support compliance with applicable U.S. and international import and export requirements, including EAR, ITAR, and customs requirements.
Support restricted- and denied-party, customer intermediary, and transaction screening, and help resolve potential compliance red flags.
Assist in determining export-license requirements and coordinate escalation of transactions requiring additional review or authorization.
Prepare, review, and maintain country-of-origin declarations, USMCA certifications, certificates of origin, and other import and export documentation.
Maintain import and export records in accordance with regulatory and company record-retention requirements.
Support product and materials compliance activities involving REACH, RoHS, TSCA, Proposition 65, PFAS requirements, conflict minerals, and other applicable product or chemical regulations.
Coordinate responses to customer regulatory questionnaires, product-compliance requests, and requests for certifications or declarations.
Maintain regulatory records in applicable compliance systems and databases.
Monitor regulatory developments and communicate potential business impacts, risks, and required actions to stakeholders.
Identify regulatory and trade-compliance gaps and coordinate corrective actions with suppliers and internal departments.
Support development and maintenance of compliance policies, procedures, work instructions, forms, and internal controls.
Participate in creating and maintaining reports, metrics, and scorecards concerning compliance status, documentation gaps, risks, and corrective actions.
Develop and deliver employee training related to trade controls, product compliance, responsible sourcing, recordkeeping, and company requirements.
Escalate suspected violations, significant compliance gaps, and high-risk transactions through established management and legal channels.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to incorporate regulatory requirements into product development, sourcing, sales, logistics, and operational processes.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of QEHS & Compliance.