Insect Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

Description

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT and CENTA) is a leading innovator, marketer and producer of quality branded products for the pet and lawn and garden supplies markets.  Central Life Sciences (CLS) is a strategic business unit of Central Garden & Pet Company that is dedicated to delivering insect management solutions to a wide array of business-to-business markets. Our Innovation & Technology team is searching for a Regulatory Affairs Manager to coordinate support for the company’s regulatory projects, ensuring overall compliance with company policies and applicable EPA, state, and animal feed rules and regulations, as well as overseeing other regulatory compliance matters and initiatives related to the company and its products.

This role is based in our Schaumburg, IL office; we operate in a hybrid work environment that balances in-person collaboration with workplace flexibility. Employees are currently expected to work from the office at least three (3) days per week. Beginning in September 2026, our hybrid model will transition to four (4) in-office days per week to support greater collaboration, learning, and team connection.

Please see our websites - www.central.com or www.centrallifesciences.com - for additional company information.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee product label reviews and specification change submissions when required.
• Oversee label review and approval to support our supplemental distributor customers.
• Prepare and submit product amendments and notifications to the EPA.
• Develop positive relationships with state regulatory agencies, the American Feed Ingredient Association (AFIA) and the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO).
• Provide regulatory support to Customers, Supplemental Distributors, Product Development, Sales & Marketing, Creative Services, Customer Service, Consumer Relations, Manufacturing, Engineering, Legal and Finance.
• Manage and maintain regulatory databases, including scientific studies, adverse incidents, confidential formulation information, product labels and EPA and State regulatory guidelines.
• Maintain electronic state databases and SAP entry.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Technical competency in biological sciences or chemistry. BS degree in a scientific discipline required; advanced degree strongly preferred.
• 8-10 Years professional level experience in an EPA FIFRA-regulated product industry including experience with State Registrations (CDPR, ect.).
• Critical professional competencies:
• Excellent oral, written, organizational skills.
• Strategic problem-solving skills
• Diplomatic skills in negotiating complex issues internally and externally
• Detail and team-oriented
• Ability to lead and influence others
• Strong computer skills; must be proficient in MS Office applications
• Experience with SAP is a plus
• Physical Demands: No unreasonable physical demands
• Mental Demands: Ability to multi-task and prioritize multiple projects and work effectively with regulators, customers, co-workers, and consultants.  Job requires a high attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS  

• Work is conducted in a general office environment with occasional business trips as necessary (travel less than 5%) 

POSITION INFORMATION   

• This position pays $100,000 - $120,000 annually, heavily dependent on relevant past experience, academic experience and geographic metro location (Schaumburg, IL). This role is also eligible for an annual incentive based on plan parameters which include individual and business metrics. 

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
• Referral Program with cash bonus
• Access to on-demand pay
• Paid parental leave