Regulatory and Trade Compliance Associate

GWS Tool Group•Tavares, FL

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Regulatory and Trade Compliance Associate supports GWS Tool Group’s product regulatory, materials compliance, import, export, and responsible-sourcing activities. The role works cross-functionally 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. It translates complex requirements into practical business processes, maintains compliance records, assists with customer and supplier requests, and helps identify potential risks. The position supports responsible business practices, regulatory and trade compliance, risk reduction, and continuous improvement. The role is based remotely or in a hybrid arrangement and reports to the Director of QEHS & Compliance. Travel is less than 10%; periodic travel to GWS Tool Group facilities or other business locations may be required. The associate must have a valid driver’s license and be able to travel within the United States and Canada. The position is classified as exempt.

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.
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 assignments and meet deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including explaining technical and regulatory requirements to varied audiences.
Ability to recognize compliance risks and determine when escalation is needed.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and multiple locations.
Self-motivation and adaptability in response to evolving business and regulatory requirements.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within the United States and Canada.
Ability to sit at a desk and work on a computer for prolonged periods; stand and walk for periods of time, including in manufacturing environments; and use required personal protective equipment when entering manufacturing or operational areas.

Nice To Haves

Relevant internships, cooperative education, or manufacturing experience may be considered.
Experience using trade-compliance, materials-compliance, supplier-data, ERP, or document-management systems.
Experience reviewing technical, supplier, customer, or regulatory documentation.
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 regulatory frameworks, such as EAR, ITAR, REACH, RoHS, TSCA, Proposition 65, PFAS requirements, or conflict minerals.

Responsibilities

Support compliance with 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 resolve potential compliance red flags.
Assist in determining export-license requirements and coordinate escalation of transactions needing 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 according to 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.
Help create and maintain reports, metrics, and scorecards that show compliance status, documentation gaps, risks, and corrective actions.
Develop and deliver employee training on 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.