Job Title: Regulatory Manager, Americas
Location: Onsite, Corporate office located in Conroe, TX
Do You Dream of a Career with Global Impact and Visibility in an Ambitious and Growing Company? Are You Ready to Drive Change Through Innovation and Responsible Action? Do You Want to Be Part of a Global Team Where Collaboration Drives Success?
We are seeking an experienced Regulatory Manager to lead and manage chemical and product regulatory compliance efforts across the Americas. This role ensures full alignment with governmental regulations, industry standards, and customer requirements, while supporting product development and business operations.
The ideal candidate brings a deep understanding of environmental and chemical regulations and thrives in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.
What you need to successful in the role?

Regulatory Compliance & Substance Management

• Maintain chemical and substance regulatory compliance across the Americas (U.S., Canada, Mexico, South America).
• Manage product registration and substance notifications, including US TSCA PMNs, LVEs, and CEPA NSNs.
• Interpret and monitor evolving regulatory frameworks such as TSCA and Canada’s NSNR (New Substance Notification Regulations).
• Track VOC compliance and ensure accurate recordkeeping for exceedances and emissions reporting.

Product Compliance & Documentation

• Support new product development by ensuring compliance with applicable chemical and product safety laws.
• Review and sign off on HSE evaluation forms for new or imported products.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date product documentation (SDS, AQDS, VOC Data Sheets, etc.).
• Maintain internal health hazard data files for raw materials and finished products.

Cross-functional Coordination & Reporting

• Collaborate with R&D, Production, and Commercial teams to ensure product conformity with federal, state, and local regulations, including VOC/HAP content, FDA Title 21, and hazard communications.
• Coordinate regulatory submissions and reporting, including:
• Pesticide Establishment Reports
• Rule 314 AQER (Architectural Coatings)
• State-level AIM reporting
• Rule 1143 reporting (Consumer Paint Thinners & Multi-Purpose Solvents)

Regulatory Intelligence & Industry Representation

• Proactively assess regulatory trends and their impact on business operations.
• Represent the company in regulatory committees and industry associations across the region.
• Collaborate with the global regulatory team on compliance, documentation, and labeling strategies.

Raw Material Management & System Maintenance

• Evaluate hazards of new raw materials and ensure SDS availability per OSHA requirements.
• Maintain raw material code systems and input data into regulatory databases.
• Review and update occupational exposure limits and safety data as necessary.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Science, Technology, or Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in the coatings, chemicals, or regulatory compliance industry.
• Proficiency in MS Office and regulatory systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage complex projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English.
• Familiarity with Mexico labeling/marking requirements and regulations from CARB, SCAQMD, EPA, TSCA, and DSL.

Application due
2025-09-15
Seniority Level
Associate
Job Functions
Analyst, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Science
Industry
Chemicals
At Hempel, you’re welcomed to a global community of +7000 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other.
We’re on a mission to double our impact. To succeed, we need bright minds and team players. Which is why, from day one, your input, ideas and initiative are not only welcomed, but expected. In return, you will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company – and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact.
At Hempel, we are committed to everyone feeling safe, valued and treated equally, in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work. We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents, we can achieve great things, together

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