Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs

Organization: Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS)

Position: Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs

Reports To: Vice President, Government Affairs

Location: Washington, DC/Hybrid

Are you a regulatory affairs professional with expertise and interest in environmental, health, and safety issues?

Come join the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS), an organization representing the nation’s nearly one million workers in the plastics industry. They are seeking a Senior Director of Regulatory Affairs to join the Government Affairs team.

This is an excellent opportunity to lead advocacy strategies for a forward-thinking nonprofit organization!

PLASTICS offers:

• Flexible hybrid work environment
• Generous benefits package
• Unlimited paid time off
• Work-life balance programs
• Free on-site fitness center & wellness programs

Responsibilities:

As the Senior Director of Regulatory Affairs, you will lead advocacy strategies on behalf of member companies to effectively manage occupational and environmental health and safety (EHS), and product regulatory issues related to plastics industry operations. You will advocate for science- and fact-based regulations, codes, and standards to protect and grow the industry, as well as lead the development and implementation of environmental and product regulatory programs and projects. You will collaborate internally and externally to support relevant work on EHS and product regulatory issues to advance member priorities. This position reports to the Vice President of Government Affairs and manages the Senior Manager of Global Packaging Regulations.

Qualifications:

Qualified candidates offer:

• Bachelor’s degree in polymer science/engineering, chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental science/engineering, toxicology, or a related field
• 7 years of experience in a similar or related position in plastics, chemical, environmental, or occupational health & safety related regulatory government agency
• 3 years of people management and leadership experience
• Experience working directly with EPA, OSHA, & related agencies or organizations
• Expert knowledge of the plastics industry

How To Apply

If you believe you meet the requirements, please submit a resume, cover letter, and two work samples to the following job link (or copy/paste link to a new window):

Apply Here

Additional inquiries and questions can be emailed to Beth Cessna at [email protected].

PLASTICS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

About The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS)

PLASTICS is a purpose-driven organization that supports the entire plastics supply chain. From the technological advancements it enables to the possibilities it creates, the organization is dedicated to helping members shape the future and make a positive impact every day. PLASTICS is the only association that supports the entire plastics supply chain and has a track record of fostering collaboration between each segment of the industry, evolving right alongside the plastics industry as a whole.

Together, employees at PLASTICS shape the direction of the entire plastics industry and, as a job requirement, have some fun while doing so. Employees have the opportunity to learn, develop, and impact both the industry and the association.

About Cessna & Associates, LLC

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