
Lead Sustainability Specialist
RESRG Automotive, Sterling Heights, MI, United States
At the interface of design, engineering and supply logistics, REHAU Automotive and SRG Global combine to form RESRG - a leading global supplier of coated exterior systems and components. With a combined track record of over 160 years across four continents and 22 production sites, RESRG's 10,000 skilled team members manufacture the latest exterior systems and components for the world's leading automotive manufacturers.
RESRG Automotive is seeking you to join our team as a Lead Sustainability Specialist in our Troy, MI facility!
Your Job
In this role, you will serve as a critical leader in product stewardship and regulatory compliance, ensuring that all products meet global chemical and safety requirements while supporting business growth. You will proactively monitor evolving regulations, assess their impact, and guide cross-functional teams in implementing effective compliance strategies across U.S. and international markets. Acting as a key liaison between internal stakeholders, suppliers, and customers, you will drive accurate data management, support product registrations, and strengthen stewardship programs. Your work will play a vital role in maintaining regulatory excellence, enhancing operational efficiency, and enabling the organization to meet both current and future compliance demands.
What you Will do in Your Role
Ensure compliance with global chemical regulatory programs (e.g., US TSCA, US FIFRA, EU REACH, CLP, AICS), maintaining alignment with all applicable laws and regulations
Lead assessment of emerging and future regulatory requirements, assess business impact, and define a strategies to affected sites and capabilities
Serve as an authoritative expert for product compliance and stewardship activities, collaborating with cross-functional teams and subject matter experts
Own product registration strategy, oversight and maintenance for existing and new product categories across U.S. and international markets
Ensure compliance data is accurate, accessible, and effectively managed across systems
Lead responses to customer and stakeholder inquiries, including collecting supplier data and drafting timely, accurate communications
Identify gaps in product stewardship capabilities, knowledge, and processes; partner with SMEs to enhance and expand the program
Develop and implement compliance plans related to global chemical and product safety requirements
Drive improvements in IMDS and Material Data Sheet (MDS) processes, including data quality, reporting, and system efficiency
Ensure Hazard Communication (HazCom) documentation (e.g., SDS, labels) meets regional regulatory requirements
Participate in industry groups and external initiatives to stay informed on regulatory trends and advocate for business needs
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
Experience in product stewardship, regulatory affairs, or a related role within the automotive, chemical or manufacturing industry
Working knowledge of global chemical regulations and standards
Strong ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Experience collaborating across functions, including EHS, suppliers, and technical teams
What Will Put You Ahead
Bachelors degree in Business Management, Environmental Science, Toxicology, or a related field
Experience working with plating, painting, and injection molding processes
Familiarity with IMDS systems and material compliance reporting
Automotive industry experience
Experience responding to customer compliance request or audits
About the Company
RESRG Automotive is transforming our business by strengthening our foundation, modernizing operations, and fostering a culture grounded in accountability and growth. Safety and environmental responsibility guide every decision we make, ensuring a clean, productive, and respectful workplace.
We value transparent communication, continuous improvement, and individuals who take ownership and drive meaningful change. This is an opportunity for those who want to grow with a performance-driven organization that recognizes impact and rewards results.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.