Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Quadra Chemicals Ltd.; Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 71,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical distribution company is seeking a Regulatory Affairs Specialist for an 18-month maternity-leave replacement. The role involves ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and supporting product approvals, in a hybrid work environment. Candidates should have a B.Sc. in Chemistry and extensive experience in regulatory affairs, along with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee wellness initiatives

Access to virtual care services

Opportunities for advancement

Employee recognition program

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in regulatory affairs.
• Working knowledge of federal/state regulations.
• Experience with FDA, EPA, and EHS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve products for import/export compliance.
• Assist in maintaining SDS and labels compliant with WHMIS/GHS.
• Advise stakeholders on compliance with federal and local regulations.

Skills

Self-motivated

Excellent organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Time management skills

Knowledge of regulatory affairs

Education

B.Sc. Chemistry

Job description

Position: Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Location: Vaudreuil-Dorion, Quebec or Burlington, Ontario
Hybrid Policy: We require a presence minimum of 2 days / week in office.
Status: Maternity-leave replacement – 18-months contract
Level: 5

We are currently looking for a Regulatory Affairs Specialist to join our Compliance Assurance team in Vaudreuil-Dorion or in Burlington. This position reports to our Regulatory Affairs Manager.

This is a highly collaborative position within a dynamic, solution-oriented environment. We are looking for someone with a positive and professional attitude. Your motivation, enthusiasm, and experience in distribution or manufacturing will be valuable assets to our team.

At Quadra, we put people first so that together, we can reimagine the possibilities.

By joining Quadra, you will become part of an organization with over 48 years of experience, committed to its 550+ employees across Canada and the United States. We offer not only a collaborative and engaging culture but also a family-oriented environment, autonomy, and flexibility. Additionally, Quadra is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for over 21 years and certified as a Great Place to Work.

If you are dedicated to excellence, you belong at Quadra. Our employees are professional and passionate about our business. In return, Quadra offers a stimulating workplace and the chance for personal growth with recognition commensurate to outstanding performance. Our employees work in a high-performance environment wherein we strive to be the best in our industry.

Here are the main responsibilities of our Regulatory Affairs Specialist:

• Review and approve all new products for import/export and new suppliers (TDG, WHMIS/GHS, CEPA, etc.).
• Assist in creating and maintaining SDS' and labels in the Intelligent Authoring software, ensuring compliance with WHMIS / GHS.
• Assess WHMIS / GHS compliance and product categorization
• Develop and maintain knowledge of domestic requirements related to product labeling, storage, transport, and disposal, among other areas.
• Assist with import tracking related to DSL limits and New substance Notifications.
• Complete Environmental reporting requirements, including NPRI, CWC, E2, Section 71 surveys and others
• Advise internal stakeholders regarding compliance requirements and reporting to ensure adherence with applicable Federal, State, and local regulations, including OSHA.
• Provide regulatory support for internal and external stakeholders with regards to food and pharmaceutical regulations, as it pertains to API, supplements, and food ingredients.
• Request and maintain required compliance documentation (Conflict Minerals, TSCA, Organic Certification etc.)
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Key Skills and Attributes:

• Self-motivated, entrepreneurial and able to work independently
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Great attention to details
• Good capacity to manage multiple projects and timelines
• Strong verbal and written communications and time management skills.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory affairs, product safety, transportation safety, environmental regulations
• Ability to summarize, writing and verbal communication, interpersonal relations, comprehension of the strategic stakes, teamwork – knowledge sharing, autonomous, results oriented

What qualifications and previous experience are required to be successful in this role?

• B.Sc. Chemistry or appropriate Environmental science background.
• 6+ years of experience in regulatory affairs or a related field
• Working knowledge of federal/state regulations applicable to chemical sales and transport
• FDA, EPA, and EHS experience is a plus

At Quadra, we provide an engaging and supportive culture that fosters collaboration, a family-oriented atmosphere, and a high degree of autonomy and flexibility. You’ll have the chance to be part of a professional, innovative, and fun team within a growing, people-centric organization that has earned Great Place to Work certification.

Why should you chose us ?

Here’s some of the benefits of joining Quadra!:

• Comprehensive benefits package including dental, medical and more !
• Employee wellness initiatives designed to enhance quality of life, including a Wellness Portfolio and virtual wellness and mental health program
• Access to virtual care/telemedicine services for you and your family, offering 24/7 physician availability
• Caring for each other and having fun are part of our core values!
• A strong company culture build on collaboration, fun and mutual support – core values that define our workplace
• A fully digital environment that embraces innovation
• Strong training programs designed to support your integration to this role
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development; a growing company that focuses on its people!
• Participate in various internal and external trainings
• Possibility of joining various company committees
• Social activities organized by the company
• Employee recognition program (years of service, merit awards, etc.)
• A stable, private, family-owned company with a strong infrastructure and foundation
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Employee referral program ($)
• And much more

Compensation Information: The annual base pay range for this position is reasonably expected to be $71,600 to $111,900. Please note that the base pay shown is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as job-re lated knowledge, skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is only a part of the total rewards package - this role will also be eligible for a generous incentive program and benefits.Quadra’s salary ranges are benchmarked and are determined by role and level. Please note that the base pay shown qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location.

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Quadra supports and values diversity and offer equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status and gender identity. Quadra also welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process . We recognize that some people do not identify themselves as either male or female. Therefore, whenever possible, we have opted for a gender-neutral wording in a non-discriminatory spirit.