What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Safety Specialist position at Akkodis?
Akkodis is seeking a Product Safety Specialist for a 6-month contract role in South Portland, ME 04106, on-site.
Job Title: Product Safety Specialist
Location: South Portland, ME 04106-Onsite
Duration: 6 Months
Pay Range: $38-$40/hr (The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors)
Key Responsibilities:
- Support Safety Data Sheet (SDS) updates to meet regulatory requirements.
- Work on product composition documentation for approximately 15 products.
- Calculate composition percentages in final products.
- Develop and maintain SOPs, batch trackers, and related documentation.
- Pull reports and ensure accurate recordkeeping.
Top Skills Required
- Strong attention to detail (SOP creation, batch tracking, documentation).
- Experience with product composition, formulation calculations, and reporting.
- Ability to work independently and make decisions.
Experience:
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.
- PhD candidates may be considered with 1 years of experience.
What You’ll Do:
- Understands and supports the EHS sections of the SDS and develops/maintains the SDS inventory for Finished products and intermediates.
- Develops and maintains formal Product Safety systems and programs to ensure adequate organization. Partners with quality and operations to ensure Product Safety requirements are incorporated into process design/development and manufacturing.
- Conducts part/product assessments to identify impacts of Product Stewardship regulations in the supply chain.
- Supports the development of the Product Composition and SDS strategy with the sites and/or with the other division functions, and interface with 3rd party consultants.
- Support the development of a long-range plan for Product Safety and Product Stewardship strategy, considering long term goals and continuous improvement.
- Exhibits advanced ability to apply concepts of careful communication.
- Manages multiple, often concurrent, projects and meets deadlines.
- Follows through on goals and incorporates the ideas of others; shares resources, knowledge and accountability to benefit the objectives of the business.
Education and Experience
- B.S., MS or PhD in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related technical field
Preferred
- 5 years in the Biotechnology industry with a significant focus in product safety and/or product stewardship experience
- Expertise in Safety Data Sheet (SDS) generation
- Experienced with regulations and internal standards for Product Safety
- Proven track record of technical project management/oversight.
- Candidates should work well in a team environment and have flexibility to work on changing priorities.
Skills
- Product Safety
- Safety Data Sheet
- EHS
- Product Stewardship
- Self-Starter
- Chemical Engineering
- Biochemistry
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Technical Skill
- Communication
- Performance
- Creative
- Innovative
- Technical Projects
- Physical Sciences
- Chemistry
- Quality Assurance
- Biotechnology
- Detailed
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Biology
- Task Completion
- Dedication
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Salary : $38 - $40