Regulatory Compliance Specialist - KDC​/ONE Columbus

Regulatory Compliance Specialist - KDC/ONE Columbus

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KDC is a network of best-in-class custom formulators and manufacturers of color cosmetics, skincare, haircare, bath & body, fragrance, deodorant, home, health, industrial, and auto care products. KDC delivers high‑touch innovation, operational excellence, and speed to market to well‑known and emerging beauty, personal, and specialty companies from coast to coast. KDC has its head office in Longueuil, Québec, and operates 10 facilities throughout North America, employing nearly 4,800 employees in North America.

Regulatory Compliance Specialist – Products and Ingredients KDC/One is a global leader in custom manufacturing for beauty and body solutions. At our central Ohio sites, we are shaping the future of manufacturing. If you’re passionate about compliance and ready to make a lasting impact, we’d love to have you on our team.

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and proactive Regulatory Compliance Specialist –
Products and Ingredients to support regulatory activities across domestic and international markets, including the U.S., Canada, the EU, and additional global regions. This role ensures our products, raw materials, and processes comply with applicable regulations and brand requirements while supporting new product launches, formula updates, and market submissions. The position provides regulatory expertise to cross‑functional teams and directly supports our Groveport and Columbus facilities.

• Prepare, review, and maintain regulatory submissions for new products and product changes to support on‑time market release.
• Provide regulatory guidance to product development teams and respond to regulatory or product information requests.
• Support regulatory requirements including FDA OTC and MoCRA registrations and global market documentation.
• Organize and maintain regulatory documentation, databases, and product information for raw materials and formulas.
• Review formulas and confirm acceptability based on country‑specific and brand regulatory guidelines.
• Develop, review, or update formula listings, ingredient lists, and related regulatory documentation.
• Request and assess technical and regulatory data from raw material suppliers.
• Collaborate with Quality, Marketing, Product Development, and internal teams to ensure compliance across the product lifecycle.
• Support marketing with regulatory review of product profiles, ensuring claims are compliant and formula‑supported.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related field strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in regulatory affairs, product compliance, cosmetics, personal care, or OTC‑regulated products preferred.
• Understanding of FDA regulations, MoCRA, international cosmetic regulations, and raw material/INCI requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret regulatory guidelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally with multiple departments and external partners.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

If you desire the opportunity to influence product compliance across global markets and thrive working in a collaborative environment, then apply today!

KDC-ONE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that employment with KDC-ONE Company is at‑will, meaning that I or KDC-ONE Company may terminate my employment at any time, or for any reason consistent with applicable state or federal law.

I understand that KDC-One requires the successful completion of a drug and/or alcohol test as a condition of employment.