What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Assurance Specialist position at Thomas Brooke International?
About the Opportunity
- Join a dynamic and growing aerosol products manufacturer as we continue to expand our reach through strategic acquisitions.
- This newly-created mission-critical position offers exceptional future development potential as the company continues to grow.
- As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to shape our overall Regulatory and Quality programs, making a real impact on the organization's success.
- We offer a positive and collaborative culture with low turnover rates, providing a stable and supportive environment for growth.
- Located in the greater Atlanta area, our facility is easily accessible and offers an attractive quality of life.
About the Role
- Lead regulatory compliance efforts, ensuring all products meet current local, state, and federal guidelines. This will be a top priority.
- Manage and maintain all regulatory permits.
- Develop and implement an effective reporting program.
- Oversee the hazardous waste program.
- Design and implement an excellent quality assurance program that aligns with industry standards.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, safety measures, and regulatory compliance.
- Conduct risk assessments and safety audits, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
- Collaborate with the management team to develop safety policies and procedures.
- Investigate customer complaints and workplace incidents, providing detailed reports to senior management.
- Conduct chemical exposure testing and hearing conservation testing annually.
- Review and approve product labels for regulatory compliance.
- Coordinate with external professionals for safety equipment purchases and services.
- Supervise a team of QC Technicians.
The Ideal Candidate
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality assurance and regulatory affairs in the chemical manufacturing industry.
- Strong knowledge of regulatory issues related to coatings, solvents, chemicals, and adhesives.
- Solid knowledge of safety, environmental regulations, and consensus standards (OSHA, EPA, DOT, NIOSH, ANSI, NFPA, Workers' Compensation).
- Experience in handling and testing hazardous materials.
- Ability to read, interpret, and implement regulatory and compliance standards.
- Proven track record of successfully implementing new Regulatory, EHS, or QA initiatives or programs.
- Good overall understanding of business metrics, key drivers, business vision, and manufacturing processes/challenges.
- Cheerfulness, resiliency, and good sense of humor are essential.
- Willingness to relocate to the Woodstock, GA area.
