Are you a chemistry professional with a strong regulatory & compliance background looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing and innovative Swiss material science company?
We’re looking for a Regulatory/Compliance and Product Stewardship Specialist to join our team and manage product stewardship of our textile auxiliaries for the woven, non-woven and knits industries and support new developments in the plastics and leather sectors to ensure global compliance with prevailing norms. This is a part-time (40–60%) on-site role based in Pfäffikon, SZ.
Tasks
What You’ll Do:
- Develop and maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) in compliance with GHS and REACH standards
- Identify chemical components affected by upcoming regulatory bans and restrictions
- Support Innovation and R&D teams in risk assessments and compliance for hazardous substances
- Guide supply chain and operations teams in shipping hazardous materials across global jurisdictions
- Stay ahead of and ensure compliance with key global regulations: REACH, BPR, Prop 65, TSCA, POP, etc
- Provide support for certification processes (e.g., Bluesign, ZDHC, GOTS, AFIRM) in collaboration with our contract manufacturers in Switzerland and India
- Develop product stewardship documentation in line with these certifications and global quality control standards, e.g. ISO 9001
- Liaise with stakeholders to resolve shipping bottlenecks and jurisdictional compliance challenges in Asia, EU, and the Americas
Requirements
What You Bring:
- Master’s degree in Chemistry
- Solid hands-on experience in chemical regulatory compliance
- Experience with materials compliance and familiarity with the textile & non woven industries is a plus
- Exposure to quality management standards like ISO 9001
- Strong understanding of hazardous goods shipping and related legal frameworks
- Familiarity with global certification processes in textile-related industries
- Fluent in English, with a good command of German
- Proactive mindset, strong attention to detail, and clear communication skills
- We welcome only serious applicants with a passion for safety and sustainability in chemistry
Benefits
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and impact are more than just words — they define our way of working
- Work cross-functionally with R&D, product safety, and supply chain teams across different geographies and cultural backgrounds
- Enjoy the opportunity to grow within a company that values people, purpose, and performance
- Competitive compensation package and high growth potential in a fast-growing Swiss material science company at the forefront of sustainable solutions
Start Date: As soon as possible or upon agreement
If you're eager to work on impactful innovations and grow alongside experienced leadership — we’d love to hear from you!