Cummins Inc. · 8 hours ago
Packaging Compliance Analyst (Regulatory & Policy Focus)
Columbus, IN
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$69K/yr - $104K/yr
1+ years expCummins Inc. is seeking a talented Regulatory Compliance Engineer to join their Logistics team in Columbus, IN. The role focuses on ensuring regulatory compliance for packaging specifications, managing trade operations, and supporting adherence to environmental standards across global packaging operations.
Automotive
Responsibilities
Ensure Regulatory Compliance : Research and monitor local import/export laws and regulations, summarize updates, and communicate changes to relevant stakeholders
Manage Trade Operations : Track and analyze import/export activities, gather classification data, and prepare management reports to maintain compliance and efficiency
Handle Licensing Processes : Collect documentation, draft and submit license applications, and monitor approvals to ensure timely and accurate compliance with government requirements
Build Strategic Relationships : Develop and maintain strong connections with government agencies, brokers, vendors, and external partners to support compliance and best practices
Strengthen Export Controls : Monitor controlled goods programs, evaluate compliance controls, and implement secure processes for licensing, classification, and restricted party screening
Drive Process Improvements : Provide input into trade and compliance process enhancements, leveraging data analysis and best practices to improve operational efficiency
Support Training and Documentation : Prepare documentation, implement compliance controls, and deliver training to ensure adherence to secure server and authentication processes
Act as Compliance Advocate : Analyze trade activities to prevent violations, maintain accurate records, and serve as an escalation point for non-routine compliance issues
Analyze and visualize global packaging data and documentation to identify compliance gaps, regulatory risks, and opportunities to strengthen adherence to international packaging regulations and internal standards
Conduct compliance and quality audits across regions to validate packaging specification accuracy, ensure regulatory integrity, and drive corrective actions
Partner with Engineering, Sustainability, Procurement, Product Compliance, and Supply Chain to evaluate regulatory and environmental impacts of packaging decisions
Interpret, translate, and communicate complex regulatory and environmental packaging requirements to internal stakeholders to support informed decisions and operational compliance
Develop and deliver training, workshops, and capability building programs that strengthen organizational knowledge of packaging compliance, regulatory obligations, and best practices
Lead or support packaging related regulatory initiatives—including waste reduction, recyclability improvements, material transition strategies, and circular economy objectives
Collaborate with subject matter experts to enhance compliance processes, workflows, documentation standards, and reporting practices to increase transparency and efficiency
Support internal and external audit readiness, including audit documentation management and evidence preparation aligned with global packaging compliance requirements
Monitor, track, and interpret emerging packaging regulations globally, providing timely guidance, risk assessments, and actionable insights to business units
Lead or contribute to root cause analyses for compliance issues, ensuring appropriate corrective and preventive actions are implemented
Support adherence to global environmental standards (e.g., ISO, EPR frameworks, waste and recycling directives) across packaging operations
Provide expert compliance guidance to end-users and teams integrating regulatory considerations into day-to-day packaging workflows
Qualification
Required
College, university, or equivalent degree or equivalent experience required
This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations
Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, or related technical field
Preferred
1 to 3 years relevant work experience preferred
2–4 years of experience in packaging compliance, regulatory affairs, environmental compliance, sustainability, or packaging engineering
Working knowledge of global packaging regulations, sustainability frameworks, and environmental compliance requirements
Strong understanding of global packaging regulatory trends and evolving frameworks (EPR, PPWR, EUDR, etc.)
Excellent analytical, risk assessment, and problem-solving skills
Ability to interpret regulatory language and convert it into actionable business requirements
Strong communication skills with the ability to develop training materials and present regulatory concepts to technical and nontechnical audiences
Ability to collaborate across diverse global teams and influence compliance minded decision making
Attention to detail with strong documentation and audit readiness discipline
Company
Cummins Inc.
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