Express Employment

Ottawa: Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Company:

Express Employment

Location:

Ottawa, IL, 61350

Payment:

$20 - $25

Payment Interval:

Hour

Schedule:

Full

Workplace:

On-site

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Located in Ottawa, IL

Salary: $20.00 - $25.00/HR

Express Employment Professionals has partnered with a growing shampoo manufacturer based out of Ottawa, IL, in search of a Regulatory Affairs Specialist to join the growing team. The ideal candidate would come with experience in a direct or similar role or position. This position supports and manages regulatory activities across product development, manufacturing, labeling, and market expansion. Working cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, Marketing, and Operations, the Specialist maintains the regulatory integrity of new and existing products while proactively monitoring evolving regulations in the U.S., Canada, EU, and other key markets. Urgently Hiring! Apply Today - Interview Same Week!

Pay:

  • $20.00-$25.00/HR

Schedule:

  • Monday - Friday - 8:00am to 4:00pm

Benefits:

  • Health Dental Vision
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Referral Program

Job Duties/ Key Responsibilities:

Regulatory Documentation & Product Compliance

  • Prepare and maintain INCI ingredient lists, quantitative formulas, Component Composition Summaries (CCS), Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and claims substantiation packages.
  • Ensure all technical documentation, product registrations, and label claims are accurate and compliant with global regulatory frameworks.
  • Manage and maintain regulatory databases, dossiers, and master files to support audits and inspections.

Labeling & Claims Review

  • Review product labeling, artwork, and marketing materials for compliance with FDA, MoCRA, Health Canada, EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, and state-level requirements such as California Proposition 65.
  • Partner with Marketing and Legal to ensure that all consumer-facing communications meet substantiation and compliance standards.

Regulatory Submissions & Market Expansion

  • Support or manage product listings and facility registrations under FDA MoCRA.
  • Prepare and submit EU CPNP/SCPN notifications, safety assessments, and global market dossiers as required.
  • Coordinate with international partners to ensure timely completion of product registrations and renewals.

Regulatory Intelligence & Training

  • Monitor, interpret, and communicate changes in global regulatory requirements affecting product composition, labeling, and claims.
  • Update R&D formulation guidelines and internal SOPs to reflect current regulations.
  • Deliver regulatory training and guidance to cross-functional teams as appropriate.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Provide regulatory input during New Product Development (NPD) to ensure early-stage compliance.
  • Work closely with R&D and Quality on raw material reviews, supplier documentation, and formulation change control.
  • Participate in audits, legal inquiries, and product defense initiatives as needed.

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Express Office: Ottawa

2711 North Columbus Street

Ottawa, IL 61350