Remote Program Manager, Chemicals & Recycling Compliance

Mazda Motor Corporation; Yuma (AZ); Remote; USD 96,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Mazda Motor Corporation seeks a Program Manager, Chemicals and Recycling Compliance to coordinate U.S. regulatory activities covering chemicals, PFAS, refrigerants, batteries, and extended producer responsibility.

You will monitor federal/state developments, translate requirements for stakeholders, and lead reporting with agencies such as the EPA. You will collaborate with Mazda Corporation Japan, Mazda North American Operations, and internal teams to implement compliant processes, governance,

Qualifications

• 5+ years in chemicals, environmental, product stewardship, regulatory compliance, battery lifecycle, recycling, or related field
• 5+ years engaging government agencies, trade associations, regulatory processes, or automotive/manufacturing supply chains
• 5+ years Microsoft 365 data analysis, presentation, and document-management skills
• An equivalent mix of education, training, and/or work experience may be considered in place of a degree
• Experience with U.S. federal and state chemical/environmental/battery recycling frameworks preferred (Developing-Intermediate)
• Regulatory analysis, technical writing, and compliance documentation skills required (Intermediate-Advanced)
• Project planning, prioritization, and issue-tracking skills required (Intermediate-Advanced)
• Microsoft 365 data analysis, presentation, and document-management skills required (Intermediate-Advanced)

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze federal and state laws, regulations, proposed legislation, regulatory guidance, and reporting requirements related to chemicals, PFAS, refrigerants, plastics, batteries, recycling, and extended producer responsibility programs
• Assess regulatory applicability, timelines, compliance risks, and potential business impacts across Mazda operations and supply chains
• Interpret complex regulatory requirements and translate them into clear, actionable guidance for stakeholders
• Communicate regulatory developments, risks, and obligations across departments to ensure alignment
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support implementation activities and address compliance issues
• Monitor emerging regulatory trends to identify future obligations, risks, and opportunities
• Coordinate the preparation, review, and timely submission of regulatory reports, registrations, notifications, and supporting documentation
• Serve as liaison with federal/state agencies, coordinating inquiries and regulatory communications (e.g., EPA)
• Develop and maintain compliance processes, calendars, controls, and record-retention practices
• Support audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews with accurate records and timely responses
• Coordinate regulatory compliance data collection across departments, MC and MNAO, to support product and supply-chain processes
• Support battery lifecycle, recycling, circularity, and supply-chain initiatives through regulatory alignment
• Participate in industry association groups to monitor developments and share best practices
• Represent Mazda interests in discussions, consolidating stakeholder feedback and contributing to industry comments and regulatory responses
• Support Mazda’s resource circularity, recycling, and sustainability objectives through compliance initiatives
• Comply with all policies and standards; management reserves rights to update roles and accommodations as needed

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Regulatory reporting

Microsoft 365 data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Environmental regulations

Chemicals management

Battery recycling

Project planning

Technical writing

Education

BS in Chemistry

BS in Environmental Science

BS in Chemical Engineering

Equivalent mix of education/experience

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Mazda Motor Corporation seeks a Program Manager, Chemicals and Recycling Compliance to coordinate U.S. regulatory activities covering chemicals, PFAS, refrigerants, batteries, and extended producer responsibility.

You will monitor federal/state developments, translate requirements for stakeholders, and lead reporting with agencies such as the EPA. You will collaborate with Mazda Corporation Japan, Mazda North American Operations, and internal teams to implement compliant processes, governance,