Director, Regulatory Affairs

About the Role

RPM Industrial Coatings Group is seeking an experienced Director of Regulatory Affairs to lead state, federal, and international regulatory compliance for Modern Recreational Technologies and Kop-Coat. This high-impact role will oversee regulatory strategy and compliance for coatings, preservation chemicals, biocides, and additives while serving as a key advisor to business and R&D leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the registration, renewal, and compliance of federal and state EPA registrations.
• Prepare and manage new product registration submissions, including technical and toxicology packages.
• Ensure regulatory documentation and records are accurate, current, and audit ready.
• Support regulatory compliance across international markets, including Canada, Mexico, Costa Rica, the European Union, Australia, and New Zealand.
• Partner with R&D and commercial teams to ensure regulatory feasibility throughout new product development.
• Provide leadership with guidance on emerging regulations, regulatory risk, and product lifecycle strategies.
• Build strong relationships with federal and state regulatory agencies.
• Represent the company at industry associations, conferences, and regulatory events.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or a related life science discipline preferred.
• 10+ years of regulatory affairs experience in a regulated chemical or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of regulations related to paints, coatings, preservation chemicals, biocides, or specialty chemicals.
• Experience working directly with the U.S. EPA or state environmental agencies strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of regulatory registration systems such as PRIA/PREA, WORX, or similar platforms.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prepare formal regulatory submissions and communicate complex regulatory matters to executive-level audiences.
• Ability and willingness to travel occasionally, including overnight travel.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to play a critical leadership role in protecting the company's ability to bring products to market while helping shape regulatory strategy, manage risk, and support business growth across domestic and international markets. Success in the role will be measured by timely and accurate registrations, effective regulatory cost management, and proactive guidance that supports business objectives.