Product Safety and Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Global Manufacturer

Key Responsibilities: Manage regulatory activities to support the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA), and Health Canada compliance for AkzoNobel Marine, Protective and Yacht Coatings for AkzoNobel North America. Maintain working knowledge of relevant North America chemicals regulations. Develop a good understanding of customer needs and relevant regulatory topics affecting the business, especially as it relates to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Compliance and Labeling. Respond to internal customers and resolve raw material and/or product issues accurately and in a timely fashion. Review and approve consumer and industrial labels, ensuring regulatory compliance for the region. Identify potential non compliances and areas of risk to the business and offer solutions. Assist team members in other regulatory areas such as biocidal registrations and raw material compliance. Identify and contribute to the development and continuous improvement of standard procedures. Contribute to cross functional project teams as required.

Job Requirements: Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Toxicology, or related field.1 year experience in regulatory or research and development preferred. Ability to obtain knowledge of regulatory agencies that govern business unit. Knowledge of data analysis and preparing reports that reflect findings and recommendations. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to pay attention to details to ensure accuracy and compliance with guidelines. Proficient in Microsoft Office.