Regulatory Affairs Associate (Remote)

Company: Highline Aftermarket Acquisition LLC
Location: Memphis
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION

Highline Warren is a leading national manufacturer and distributor of consumable and automotive products with 27 facilities and over 1,800 employees. We are headquartered in Memphis, TN, and have locations in Nebraska, Iowa, Maryland, Texas, Wisconsin, Alabama, California, and West Virginia, just to name a few. Our company carries over 24,000 products including exclusives such as Mag 1-- oil and lubricants, Rain-X-- windshield washer fluid, and Prime Guard-- products. We focus on being the BEST company to work for, buy from, and sell to! Highline Warren was formed through the strategic combination of Highline Aftermarket and Warren Distribution, both very well established companies and combined we have over 100 years in the Manufacturing and Distribution business, making us best in class!
SUMMARY
The Regulatory Affairs Associate is responsible for assisting with ensuring compliance with multi-state, federal, and international regulatory requirements related to chemicals, compounds, and hazardous materials used, manufactured, and sold by the company.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function of the job.

Stays abreast of country and state-specific legislation and ensures that the company's manufactured products, formulations, and labeling to reflect current regulations.
Assist with chemical classification; have or obtain knowledge of general toxicological, ecotoxicological, health, physical or industrial hygiene standards.
Provide guidance for domestic and international product development, shipping, and special handling or storage requirements of products and componentry, including HAZMAT materials.
Update and complete annual state and federal, product registrations for house-branded and private label products, including brake fluid, lubricants and chemicals, and HAZMAT materials.
Provide timely review and approval of product labeling for regulatory compliance.
Maintain data within chemical management software system and maintain the company's permit and registration database.
Develop Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for finished products for customers following Globally Harmonized System (GHS) of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals Standard.
Obtain technical information from suppliers.
Update SDSs from vendors and third party customer requirements including WERCs registrations.
Ensures regulatory export documents are complete and accurate.
Collaborates with consultants and/or appropriate authorities to gain understanding of regulations that are inaccurate, non-existent or incomplete.
Identify and contribute to continuous improvement efforts to reduce costs or increase productivity without reducing effectiveness.
Maintain an open and candid working relationship with immediate supervisor/manager in discussing matters of importance.
Adhere to established company values, practices, policies and procedures at all times. Follow and support compliance with all applicable safety rules, laws, regulations, and standards.
Demonstrate regular and punctual attendance at the assigned work location.

Marginal Functions
The individual may be asked to perform other duties.
Required knowledge, skills, and abilities
An individual qualified for this job must be able to:

Demonstrate a working knowledge of chemistry and regulatory issues.
Prioritize and execute multiple tasks, working together with a team and taking direction from senior staff.
Demonstrate commitment to continued learning and professional development.
Adhere to time sensitive registration requests and deadlines to ensure sales opportunities are met.
Make sound judgment decisions regarding registration timelines which ultimately effect sales and operations goals.
Accurately multiply, divide, add, and subtract whole numbers to resolve practical problems.
Navigate the Internet and utilize email. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and learning new computer software systems.
Understand written instruction and complete appropriate documentation as directed.
Use a logical approach to troubleshooting issues and prioritizing production needs.
Recognize problems when they occur and to work toward the solution of those problems.
Pay attention to details and pursue quality in accomplishing work duties and tasks. Look for opportunities to reduce costs or increase productivity without reducing effectiveness.
Handle challenges skillfully, thoroughly, and effectively.
Effectively and professionally communicate with co-workers, team members, and internal or external customers. Present information clearly and accurately.
Independently take advantage of opportunities to improve or increase skills, abilities and job knowledge.
Make sure that work is delivered on time and of high quality.
Develop good work practices in order to get the job done.
Use equipment, resources and time in an efficient and effective manner.
Use good judgment when making decisions.
Perform work in a safe manner at all times.
Work in a cooperative manner with management, co-workers, internal/external customers, and vendors.
Do the right thing, even when it is difficult.

Experience, Education, and Certifications

Bachelors' degree in a scientific or technical discipline with at least 2 years employment experience in product compliance, regulatory affairs, or quality systems, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge skills and abilities required.
Experience with applying shipping and hazardous materials aspects 49 CFR, IMDG Code and IATA desired.
Experience with SDS authoring highly desirable.
Experience using WERCS and/or HAZOX software highly desirable.

Physical Demands OF Essential Functions
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the Essential Functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is a desk-based job and will require the individual to remain seated for long periods of time and have the manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment such as computer keyboard, mouse, calculator, phone, copier/scanner, and similar machines.

Environmental Conditions
The environmental conditions described here are representative of those the associate encounters while performing the Essential Functions of the job.

The individual will work primarily in an office setting in the same room as other individuals. Noise levels are average for an office and include conversation and/or office equipment noise.

ADA/ADAAA
The Company will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Amendments.
Disclaimer
Please read the below statements and sign below to confirm your understanding. Note that this is not an employment contract and does not in any way constitute a job offer or alter the at-will status of employment at Warren.

I understand the above job description, and I believe I am capable of performing the essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation. I also understand that all of the duties are not described above and that, if offered the job, I will perform those above and other related duties as directed by my supervisor and management. I understand that this job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions, and will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity.
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