Location: Irving,TX, USA
Product Steward - Global Food Contact Regulations
Location: Irving, TX
About Our Company
We are a leading manufacturer of chemical and polymer products, committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance in the food contact materials industry. Our company places paramount importance on product stewardship and regulatory excellence to ensure the safety of our products for consumers worldwide.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Product Steward with specialized expertise in global food contact regulations to join our Product Stewardship team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of product stewardship, regulatory compliance, and risk assessment in relation to food contact materials. This role is critical in ensuring that our products comply with international food contact regulations and standards, maintaining our commitment to safety and quality.
Key Responsibilities
Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure all chemical/polymer products comply with global food contact regulations for the FDA
- Monitor and respond to changes in global food contact legislation
- Develop and maintain regulatory documentation, including:
- Dossiers
- Declarations of compliance
- Food contact statements
- Regulatory filings and notifications
Product Stewardship
- Lead assessments of new and existing products for food contact compliance
- Conduct risk assessments for chemical products in food contact applications
- Collaborate with Technology & Innovation (T&I), manufacturing, and quality teams
- Ensure product safety and regulatory compliance throughout product lifecycle
Stakeholder Collaboration
- Work with internal teams to provide regulatory guidance and support
- Interface with regulatory agencies, industry associations, and external consultants
- Facilitate product approvals and compliance processes
- Communicate regulatory requirements and updates to various stakeholders
- Present compliance status reports to senior management
Documentation and Reporting
- Prepare and submit regulatory filings as required by global regulations
- Maintain accurate records of compliance activities and decisions
- Generate regular reports on compliance status and risk assessments
- Develop and maintain comprehensive compliance documentation systems
Training and Development
- Provide training on food contact regulations and best practices
- Mentor junior staff members
- Support team development within product stewardship function
Required Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields:
- Chemistry
- Chemical Engineering
- Regulatory Affairs
- Related scientific field
- Advanced degree preferred
Experience
- Minimum 10 years of experience in product stewardship
- Focus on global food contact regulations
- Proven track record in regulatory compliance
- Demonstrated success in product safety management
Technical Skills
- In-depth knowledge of global food contact regulations:
- FDA regulations
- EU requirements
- China standards
- Japan standards
- Experience with regulatory submission processes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Proficiency in risk assessment methodologies
Soft Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Strong interpersonal abilities
- Collaborative team player
- Organizational and project management expertise
- Leadership capabilities
Nice-to-Haves
- Professional certifications such as:
- RAPS certification
- RAC certification
- DABT certification
- Experience with polymer chemistry
- Knowledge of quality management systems
- International work experience
Are you passionate about product safety and regulatory compliance in the food contact materials industry? Join our team and help ensure the safety and compliance of our products worldwide. Apply now to make an impact in global product stewardship!