ABOUT LANDSCAPE STRUCTURES

Landscape Structures Inc. has been the leading manufacturer of commercial playground equipment in the world for more than 50 years. Our employee-owned company designs community and school playgrounds that encourage kids of all ages and abilities to learn persistence, leadership, competition, bravery, support, and empathy through play. Landscape Structures pushes the limits—of design, inclusion, and play—to help kids realize there is no limit to what they can do today and in the future. For a better tomorrow, we play today.

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for identifying, interpreting, and driving compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and market-access requirements affecting Landscape Structures' products, packaging, and materials across domestic and international markets. This role combines regulatory analysis, cross-functional leadership, and technical compliance expertise to identify applicable requirements, assess business impacts, and drive implementation of compliant solutions. Areas of responsibility may include materials regulations, product stewardship requirements, packaging regulations, producer responsibility programs, product safety regulations, and other emerging compliance obligations affecting LSI's products and markets. This role will also extend into compliance pertaining to playground, splash pad, and shade equipment standards (e.g., ASTM, CPSC).

LSI CORE VALUES

These values are more than just words on the wall. They guide our decisions and how we support one another.

Innovation

Encourages creativity and innovation.
Seeks new knowledge and solicits different perspectives.
Works comfortably in situations without clear boundaries.
Embraces change and promotes acceptance of change in others.

Commitment and Passion

Communicates the department vision, strategic direction and purpose.
Rallies support behind the vision; inspires and motivates others to share the vision and works towards its achievement.
Demonstrates an authentic dedication to their employees and the contributions each of them make.

Integrity

Sets high standards for individuals and teams and communicates their achievements.
Leads by example – walks the talk during even difficult times. “Acts” each day congruent with what is “said” to be important.
Generates trust by following through, keeping promises, and respecting individuals.

Teams and Relationships

Acts as a coach and facilitator to individuals and teams.
Establishes positive working relationships throughout the organization.
Sets clear expectations for individuals and groups; monitors as appropriate to meet business objectives.
Develops strategies to influence others toward department and/or company goals.

DUTIES AND RESPONSABILITIES

Monitoring, Interpreting, and Managing Regulatory Compliance Requirements

In an environment of rapidly expanding regulatory requirements, this role will monitor and interpret applicability of laws. regulations, and market-access requirements at the federal level (e.g., CPSIA), state level (e.g., PFAS restrictions, EPR/packaging laws, BABAA), and international level (e.g., REACH) affecting Landscape Structures' products, packaging, materials, and associated business operations.
Maintain a current, organized view of which materials regulations apply to which products, materials, and jurisdictions – and proactively communicate requirements to ensure compliance.
Coordinate with other departments and teams to evaluate the potential impact of emerging regulatory developments with a focus on strategic positioning to reduce risk and ensure efficient operations.

Project Leadership

Drive materials compliance projects end-to-end: define scope, sequence work, coordinate with internal stakeholders (including Engineering, Procurement, and Legal teams), and track to completion.
In collaboration with internal stakeholders, establish priorities for enterprise compliance initiatives by balancing regulatory risk, business needs, resource requirements, and implementation timelines, while supporting efficient and uninterrupted manufacturing operations.
Develop and oversee implementation plans, milestones, and deliverables for compliance initiatives.

Supplier & Technical Coordination

Coordinate with external suppliers, service providers, regulatory agencies, industry organizations, and other stakeholders to obtain information, declarations, certifications, registrations, and supporting documentation necessary to achieve compliance.
Partner with Landscape Structures’ Product Development team to evaluate substitute materials or design changes needed to meet new or evolving materials requirements.
Advise on systems and documentation approaches to aid in ongoing compliance activities.
Coordinate responses to customer inquiries or requests pertaining to materials compliance matters.

Communication & Reporting

Serve as the internal point of contact for materials compliance questions across Sales, Procurement, Operations, Engineering, and Leadership.
Report status, risk, and business impacts to leadership on a regular cadence.

Equipment Standards Awareness

Build working familiarity with playground/recreational equipment standards (e.g., ASTM F1487-25, CPSC guidelines, CSA, GPSR) and applicable jurisdiction-specific equipment laws.
Support equipment compliance efforts, with materials work taking precedence in the short term.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in materials science, chemistry, environmental science, engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3–5+ years in regulatory compliance or materials management, ideally in manufacturing or consumer products
Working knowledge of, or demonstrated ability to rapidly learn and interpret, regulatory requirements affecting products, packaging, materials, producer responsibility obligations, and market access.
Demonstrated ability to independently manage multi-stakeholder projects and competing deadlines
Strong written communication for technical documentation and executive summaries
Highly self-directed and proactive, with the ability to anticipate compliance risks, develop solutions, and execute against objectives without the need for continuous direction.
Demonstrated ability to influence and drive enterprise initiatives through collaboration, consensus-building, and effective stakeholder engagement.
Familiarity with playground/recreational equipment standards (ASTM, CPSC) is preferred but not required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Primary duties are performed seated at a desk or workstation
Frequent use of computers, keyboards, and mouse
Repetitive hand and finger movements for typing and using a computer mouse.

This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The starting target salary range is $85,000 - $105,000, depending upon qualifications and experience. The posted pay range reflects the expected compensation for a fully qualified candidate. Starting pay may be above or below this range based on job-related factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and training needs.

In addition to base salary, the compensation package also includes eligibility for a profit-sharing opportunity. Additionally, for eligible full-time employees, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits; vacation and paid holidays; 401(k) retirement plan and employee stock ownership plan.

Landscape Structures is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Landscape Structures participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. See more here.

https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf

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Sr Analyst Regulatory Compliance & Materials