Product Stewardship Specialist

About Us:

At Quaker Houghton, we are experts in the development, production and application of industrial process fluids, lubricants and coatings for the manufacturing industry. We have been an integral part in the growth of the world’s largest industrial and manufacturing companies from aerospace and automotive to primary metal and energy. Today, we have a global presence, with our corporate headquarters located in Conshohocken, PA. Quaker Houghton is a global publicly traded company with a unique collaborative culture that supports career growth for its colleagues and offers competitive compensation and benefit programs.

Position Summary:

Under the direction and guidance of the Americas Product Stewardship Manager, the Product Stewardship Specialist is responsible for the classification of hazardous chemicals and the development of product safety data sheets and product hazard labels globally using the Quaker Houghton SDS authoring software system. They will implement GHS regulations as well as update existing SDS for both regulatory changes and internal Quaker Houghton changes.

In conjunction with the Americas Product Stewardship Manager, the Product Stewardship Specialist will also support the business in assessing and developing appropriate regulatory and health related responses regarding product safety and regulatory information to both internal and external customers. They will be responsible for evaluating and closing out internal and external product stewardship requests including analysis of the issues, review of technical data and developing appropriate responses. They will help to manage the implementation of activities to ensure regulatory compliance in their area(s) of responsibility including providing training where required and through working with multiple business functions (e.g. technology, marketing, sales, supply chain, etc.). They will help to ensure the effective implementation of product safety related business critical systems and procedures and then ongoing conformance therewith. Support business activities through fulfilling requests from both internal and external customers (primarily via ticketing system) in line with deadlines agreed with the business. They must understand liability issues and know when to escalate issues to more knowledgeable or experienced staff.

Job Accountabilities:

• Serve as an author for creating safety data sheets (SDS) and appropriate product hazard labels Quaker Houghton. Participate with the Product Stewardship department to provide current SDS for new products, changes to existing products, experimental products, product trials, test samples, etc. within established service agreements to support business priorities.
• In conjunction with the Americas Product Stewardship Manager, evaluate and respond to internal and external PS requests and develop appropriate responses for internal and external customers (re: assess complex regulatory issues, health related interpretations, etc.) Must be able to communicate issues effectively and know when to escalate to a more knowledgeable and experience member of the team. Track receipt and closure of customer requests (including but not exclusively product stewardship tickets) within agreed business deadlines.
• Understand Dangerous Goods Classifications of products and provide support to the supply chain organization to aid the movement of products
• Provide training internally or externally on GHS compliant SDS as well as relevant regulations and emerging regulations as needed
• Working with the Americas Product Stewardship Manager, implement emerging regulations including impact analysis, project plans to implement, training, and communication
• Back-up for the emergency response phone calls

Education, Experience, Skills & Competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (e.g: Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, Toxicology, Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology) or equivalent technical work experience (0- 2 years) that provides the job holder with a good understanding of the chemistry associated with Houghton’s raw materials and finished products.
• Knowledge of the regulations of both regional and national authorities governing product safety and registrations, product risk management and product stewardship is desired.
• Direct work experience in the product regulatory discipline is preferred, but not mandatory; Experience in the chemical industry preferred.
• Must possess good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to maintain high standards of accuracy and attention to detail in all of their actions.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting established business deadlines.
• Must maintain a thorough knowledge of emerging technical and regulatory issues pertaining to the Quaker Houghton’s raw materials and product lines/products to effectively respond to customer queries.
• Confidentiality: The Product Stewardship Group is the custodian of confidential, structural and compositional data associated with the business’s products. In reply to any questions, internal or external, paramount importance must be paid in the content and delivery of an answer including an appreciation of attorney – client privilege. The guidance of General Counsel and the Business must be sought when there are any doubts

What's in it for you:

• Hybrid working environment
• Competitive pay programs with excellent career growth trajectory
• Opportunities to see your efforts contribute toward the success of the business
• Work for a global leader in the industrial process fluids industry
• On-site Fitness Center and Cafeteria

Quaker Houghton is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. Quaker Houghton provides equal employment opportunity for all qualified candidates. Quaker Houghton does not discriminate against any candidate for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, veteran’s status, physical/mental disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by U.S federal, state, and/or local employment law. Furthermore, Quaker Houghton is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates with physical and/or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who need assistance applying for a position may email OneHR@quakerhoughton.com.