Product Regulatory Compliance Specialist

This position reports directly to the Global Product Regulatory Compliance Program Manager and is responsible for ensuring that all John Crane products are compliant with applicable product regulatory compliance requirements. Additionally, this position is responsible for ensuring that the necessary product related SDSs are authored, maintained and readily available to all interested parties.

• Assists with the ongoing identification of relevant laws, regulations and industry standards in the field of product regulatory compliance related to John Crane products.
• Serves as a resource across the organization in the area of product regulatory compliance.
• Oversees the collection, management and analysis of all product regulatory compliance data.
• Supports cross-functional teams on product regulatory compliance-related issues.
• Assist in the administration of documentation collection from suppliers to ensure product regulatory compliance.
• Perform timely product regulatory compliance and risk reviews throughout all product lifecycle stages.
• Function as a point of contact for product regulatory compliance-related questions from internal and external stakeholders.
• Proactively collaborates with other functions including Operations, Quality, HSE, Procurement, Sales & Marketing, Materials Lab, etc. to identify and mitigate potential product regulatory compliance risks.
• Monitor for new and/or changes to existing product regulatory compliance laws, regulations and industry standards.
• Provide support for product regulatory compliance-related customer inquiries.
• Support the authoring of product-related safety data sheets, implementation of product labeling programs and raw material introduction programs.
• Assist with the preparation of external product registrations/certifications/notifications to support existing business and to secure business growth.
• Assist in the development and administration of product regulatory compliance training.
• Participate in advocacy activities with Trade Associations as needed.
• Additional duties as assigned and commensurate with experience.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

• B.S. Degree in chemistry, chemical engineering/polymer science or related science (preferably Electrical/Electronics) is required combined with a good understanding of mechanics.
• 5 years’ experience working in a similar role.
• Broad knowledge (intermediate level) of global product regulatory compliance regulations, standards and product certifications. (Knowledge specific to the sealing and/or electronics industries a plus.)
• Demonstrated learning agility.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks.
• Willing to travel (up to 10% travel).
• Proficient in MS Office applications and comfortable learning new IT systems.

The total compensation range for this role is $80,000-$110,000 per year based on level of experience.

At Smiths we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 14,600 colleagues, based in 50 countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customer s’ operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with a 170 year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field.

John Crane is a global leader in rotating equipment solutions, supplying engineered technologies and services to process industries. The company designs and manufactures a variety of products, including mechanical seals and systems, couplings, filtration systems and digital diagnostics technologies. John Crane customer service is accessed through a global network of more than 200 sales and service facilities in over 50 countries. Global reported revenue for fiscal year 2021 was in excess of $1 billion USD. John Crane is part of Smiths Group, a global leader in applying advanced technologies for markets in threat and contraband detection, energy, medical devices, communications, and engineered components.