Change Control Analyst

Actalent; Portage (MI); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Actalent seeks a Specialist, Change Control & Data Retrieval/Collection, hybrid from Portage, MI, to lead data gathering across PLM/ERP/QMS and external suppliers for PEC regulatory needs (REACH, RoHS, PFAS, PPWR). You will validate datasets, manage ECNs, and drive data quality and audit readiness in a regulated environment.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Regulatory, Quality, and Supply Chain, leveraging Windchill/onePLM and ERP systems, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with engineering change management, including engineering change orders and engineering change processes.
• Experience working with or supporting medical device products or in a medical device environment.
• Hands-on experience with data retrieval and management using PLM, ERP, and Quality Management Systems.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage, interpret, and verify complex datasets.
• Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and validate data from multiple internal and external sources.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with diverse, global teams.
• Strong organizational and project management capabilities to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead data retrieval and collection efforts across internal systems such as PLM, ERP, and Quality Management Systems, as well as from external suppliers, to support Product Environmental Compliance (PEC) regulatory requirements including REACH, RoHS, PFAS, and PPWR.
• Compile, cleanse, and validate complex datasets to ensure accuracy, traceability, and readiness for regulatory submissions and internal reporting.
• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Supply Chain, Regulatory, Quality, and external suppliers to obtain material, component, and product-level compliance data.
• Create and manage Enterprise Change Notices (ECNs) within the Quality Management System to implement updates tied to PEC findings, ensuring documentation and data inputs are compliant and audit-ready.
• Translate regulatory requirements into clear data needs by identifying required attributes, documentation, and evidence to support compliance initiatives.
• Support supplier engagement and outreach by requesting, tracking, and following up on material declarations, certifications, and compliance documentation.
• Perform data analysis and gap assessments to identify missing, inconsistent, or incomplete information and drive resolution with stakeholders.
• Maintain and update project tracking tools and dashboards to provide visibility into data collection progress, risks, and completion status across PEC programs.
• Contribute to process improvements by standardizing data collection methods, templates, and workflows to enhance efficiency, consistency, and scalability of PEC efforts.
• Act as Change Owner when needed, coordinating implementation plans and ensuring execution aligns with regulatory timelines and project milestones.
• Build and maintain strong cross-functional and global relationships to gather, validate, and align data across teams, suppliers, and systems.
• Proactively identify gaps in data availability, quality, and processes, and recommend enhancements to improve data integrity and reporting.

Skills

Change management

Medical devices

Data retrieval

Attention to detail

Data sources

Cross-functional communication

Project management

Education

Bachelors degree in Engineering

Tools

Windchill

onePLM

Job description

Job Title: Specialist, Change Control & Data Retrieval/CollectionJob Description

This hybrid role supports the Instruments Product Environmental Compliance (PEC) portfolio by leading structured data retrieval, collection, and change control activities. The Specialist, Change Control & Data Retrieval/Collection builds strong cross-functional relationships, gathers and validates complex data from internal systems and external suppliers, and ensures that product information is accurate, traceable, and ready for regulatory submissions and internal reporting. The position focuses on enabling compliance with key PEC regulations such as REACH, RoHS, PFAS, and PPWR while continuously improving data collection processes and tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead data retrieval and collection efforts across internal systems such as PLM, ERP, and Quality Management Systems, as well as from external suppliers, to support Product Environmental Compliance (PEC) regulatory requirements including REACH, RoHS, PFAS, and PPWR.
• Compile, cleanse, and validate complex datasets to ensure accuracy, traceability, and readiness for regulatory submissions and internal reporting.
• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Supply Chain, Regulatory, Quality, and external suppliers to obtain material, component, and product-level compliance data.
• Create and manage Enterprise Change Notices (ECNs) within the Quality Management System to implement updates tied to PEC findings, ensuring documentation and data inputs are compliant and audit-ready.
• Translate regulatory requirements into clear data needs by identifying required attributes, documentation, and evidence to support compliance initiatives.
• Support supplier engagement and outreach by requesting, tracking, and following up on material declarations, certifications, and compliance documentation.
• Perform data analysis and gap assessments to identify missing, inconsistent, or incomplete information and drive resolution with stakeholders.
• Maintain and update project tracking tools and dashboards to provide visibility into data collection progress, risks, and completion status across PEC programs.
• Contribute to process improvements by standardizing data collection methods, templates, and workflows to enhance efficiency, consistency, and scalability of PEC efforts.
• Act as Change Owner when needed, coordinating implementation plans and ensuring execution aligns with regulatory timelines and project milestones.
• Build and maintain strong cross-functional and global relationships to gather, validate, and align data across teams, suppliers, and systems.
• Proactively identify gaps in data availability, quality, and processes, and recommend enhancements to improve data integrity and reporting.

Essential Skills

• Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with engineering change management, including engineering change orders and engineering change processes.
• Experience working with or supporting medical device products or in a medical device environment.
• Hands-on experience with data retrieval and management using PLM, ERP, and Quality Management Systems.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage, interpret, and verify complex datasets.
• Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and validate data from multiple internal and external sources.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with diverse, global teams.
• Strong organizational and project management capabilities to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in change control or change management within a regulated industry.
• Experience in the medical device industry, including familiarity with regulated quality systems and documentation practices.
• Familiarity with Product Environmental Compliance (PEC) regulations such as REACH, RoHS, and PFAS.
• Experience with PLM tools such as Windchill, onePLM, or similar systems.
• Experience working with supplier data collection, including material declarations, certificates, and compliance documentation.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while delivering compliant, high-quality outputs aligned to evolving PEC requirements.
• A continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify and implement enhancements to data collection and reporting processes.

Work Environment

This is a hybrid position based in Kalamazoo, Michigan, combining on-site and remote work. Initial training will require more on-site presence, after which a hybrid schedule is set based on performance, typically involving 2 to 4 days on-site each week. The role follows Eastern Time Zone hours, with some flexibility for an 8:00 or 9:00 a.m. start time, and typically involves a 40-hour workweek with some flexibility as business needs require. You will work within a regulated, quality-focused environment that leverages PLM, ERP, and Quality Management Systems, collaborating closely with cross-functional and global teams and external suppliers. The setting emphasizes accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement, supporting a professional atmosphere where structured processes, documentation, and audit readiness are central to day-to-day work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Portage, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $42.00 - $420.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness
• Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Portage,MI.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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