Lead the company's global Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) compliance strategy across packaging, products, and materials.
Ensure regulatory compliance, accurate reporting, minimized financial exposure, and integration of circularity and ecodesign principles into product and packaging decisions.
Report to Manager, Environmental Conformity and work Hybrid in US or Canada Rockwell office location.
Monitor and interpret global EPR regulations across packaging, electronics, batteries, and other regulated streams.
Develop strategic approaches to address new and emerging EPR requirements and close gaps in existing programs.
Lead all EPR reporting cycles, including data collection, validation, submission, and audit readiness.
Maintain internal compliance documentation and support timely fee payments through coordination with Sustainability teams.
Build and maintain scalable systems for packaging and product data tracking.
Partner with IT and Business Units to improve data accuracy and automate reporting workflows.
Develop dashboards and forecasting tools to model EPR cost impacts.
Analyze EPR fee structures and identify cost-reduction opportunities through material choices, design changes, or operational improvements.
Provide guidance to packaging engineers and product teams on ecodesign and recyclability requirements.
Support long-term sustainability and circularity initiatives.
Serve as the internal expert on EPR and related sustainability regulations.
Train internal teams on EPR requirements, upcoming legislation, and best practices.
Collaborate with Legal and Government Affairs on policy engagement and participation in industry coalitions.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in relevant field.
Legal authorization to work in Canada or US is required.
Typically requires 8+ years of related experience.
Advanced degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, Public Policy, or a related field.
Knowledge of ERP systems or enterprise data management platforms.
Strong understanding and experience of global EPR frameworks and regulatory reporting obligations.
Demonstrated experience managing complex regulatory reporting processes and associated software tools.
Proven project management and cross-functional collaboration experience.
5+ years of experience in manufacturing, electronics, or technology sectors.
Familiarity with life cycle assessment (LCA), recyclability assessments, or packaging design principles.
Comfort operating in evolving regulatory environments
Clear accountability for compliance, cost, and data integrity outcomes.

Benefits

Health Insurance including Medical and Dental
Health Care Spending Account (HCSA – dependent on the plan chosen)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Retirement plans
Paid Time off
Volunteering Time off
Employer Savings Plan Matching (includes RRSP, TFSA, and EPSP)
Employer Paid DC Pension
Maternity and Parental Leave Top-Up
Fitness Reimbursement Program
Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.

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Hard Skills & Tools

EPR complianceregulatory reportingdata collectiondata validationaudit readinesscost-reduction analysisecodesign principleslife cycle assessmentrecyclability assessmentspackaging design

Soft Skills

project managementcross-functional collaborationguidancetrainingstrategic thinkingcommunicationproblem-solvingadaptabilityaccountabilityleadership

Certifications

Bachelor's DegreeAdvanced Degree in Environmental ScienceAdvanced Degree in SustainabilityAdvanced Degree in EngineeringAdvanced Degree in Public Policy