Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Arxada is a global specialty chemicals business that’s committed to solving the world’s toughest preservation challenges through better science. [With a proud history of innovation dating back more than a century], we aim to help our customers develop more sustainable solutions that protect and maintain the health and wellbeing of people and extend the life of vital infrastructure while working to reduce our and our customers’ ecological footprint.

Sustainable preservation is one of our top priorities. We are making significant strategic investments that will not only decrease our own environmental footprint, but also help customers adapt to long-term environmental and social change through the development of cleaner, greener solutions.

Arxada is seeking a Regulatory Affairs Specialist who will play a critical role in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and facilitating the approval and registration of pesticide products at both state and federal levels. The candidate will navigate the complex regulatory landscape, providing guidance to internal stakeholders on regulatory strategies and compliance matters. This role demands a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, scientific expertise, advocacy skills, and excellent project management and communication abilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Stay updated with local, state, and federal regulations related to pesticides.

• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and guidelines throughout the product lifecycle.

• Obtain and maintain state product registrations.

• Respond to inquiries and requests for additional information from regulatory agencies.

• Manage the RUP licensing program.

• Support the acquisition and maintenance of RUP Dealer and Applicator licenses.

• Assist applicators in maintaining their licenses and ensuring timely renewals.

• Ensure timely approvals of licenses and registrations to protect business continuity.

• Liaise with authorities to ensure compliance at the state level.

• Monitor and analyze changes in regulatory policies and guidelines.

• Communicate regulatory updates and changes to relevant stakeholders.

• Provide guidance on evolving regulatory requirements.

• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Product Safety, Sales & Marketing, and Warehouse teams to ensure adherence to regulatory standards.

• Provide strategic input on possible developments or new market entries.

• Business-related travel of approximately 5% will be required.

Nice to have:

• - Actively seeks documentation and registration information, demonstrating proactivity.

• - Capable of compiling all necessary data for product registration.

• - Effective at connecting with people to obtain required documentation.

• - Minimum of 5+ years of industrial experience, with at least 3+ years in regulatory affairs (preferably in antimicrobials) within the SEA chemicals regulatory framework.

The expected salary range for this role is $80.000 - $132.000, but specific employee compensation may vary depending on factors including experience, education, training, licensure, certification, location and other job-related, non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. 

This role is also eligible to earn a short-term incentive bonus and the following benefits: 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, paid holidays and paid sick leave.

Arxada has world class offering intwo distinct areas:

Microbial Control Solutions (MCS) focuses on threats posed by microorganisms to people and planet through five distinct business lines including Professional Hygiene, Home & Personal Care, Wood Protection, Paints & Coatings and Material Protection.

Nutrition, Care & Environmental (NCE), meanwhile, provides materials used to manufacture composites for electronics, aerospace and other markets, as well as vitamins and nutritional ingredients, chemicals and performance intermediates, and raw materials for a wide range of high-performance applications.

Arxada is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.