R&D Regulation & Documentation Specialist

Expand your expertise in global regulatory compliance and the plastics industry!

In this highly collaborative role, you'll develop, review, and maintain technical documents and regulatory submissions that ensure our products meet customer, industry, and global compliance requirements. Your technical expertise, research skills, and attention to detail will directly contribute to product development, customer confidence, and our continued commitment to quality, innovation, and excellence in the plastics industry.

We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive professional with a strong understanding of polymer manufacturing and raw materials to support our Research & Development team through regulatory compliance and technical documentation. Join our team and play a key role in bringing innovative polymer solutions to market.

Role responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with customer, industry, and global regulations, including REACH, RoHS, Prop 65, GADSL, and other regulatory requirements.
• Review, maintain, and manage technical and regulatory documentation, including SDS, TDS, product specifications, COAs, and environmental and regulatory compliance records.
• Partner with R&D, Quality, Procurement, and suppliers to support raw material approvals, supplier qualifications, and new product development.
• Maintain accurate raw material documentation and technical records while ensuring timely updates and document control.
• Prepare clear, concise technical reports, regulatory declarations, and compliance documentation to support customer and OEM requirements.
• Provide technical guidance on raw material specifications and collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate supply chain and regulatory changes.
• Manage multiple priorities while maintaining organized documentation and ensuring compliance with company procedures and evolving regulatory standards.

What you bring to the role:

• Knowledge of product stewardship principles and global regulatory requirements governing raw materials and finished products (e.g., REACH, RoHS, Prop 65, GADSL).
• Familiarity with quality management systems and compliance standards, including IATF and ISO.
• Strong technical writing, editing, and communication.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational and time management.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, laboratory methods, and quality control standards.

Requirements for success:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Polymer or Chemical Engineering (preferred) or Materials/Polymer Science, Chemistry, or Engineering, and 3 years relevant experience with specific knowledge and expertise in regulatory affairs; Or a high school diploma with 10 years of relevant experience and expertise in regulatory affairs.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Experience with regulatory compliance and technical documentation
• Working knowledge of polymer materials, raw material documentation, and manufacturing processes preferred
• Experience in the plastic polymer industry preferred

Company Overview
Radici Plastics USA, LLC is the North American division of the High Performance Polymers business unit of RadiciGroup; One of the world’s leading producers of a wide range of chemical intermediates, polyamide polymers, engineering plastics, synthetic fibers, with approximately 3,000 employees, and a network of production and sales sites located throughout Europe, North America, South America and Asia.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What is your desired salary?
• Do you have experience with the plastics industry?

Experience:

• regulatory documentation: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Wadsworth, OH 44281 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Wadsworth, OH 44281