Product Steward

With a strategy centered on people and sustainability, Braskem is engaged in contributing to the value chain to strengthen the Circular Economy. Braskem's 9,000 team members dedicate themselves every day to improving people's lives through sustainable solutions in chemicals and plastics. With its corporate DNA rooted in innovation, Braskem offers a comprehensive portfolio of plastic resins and chemical products for diverse industries, such as food packaging, construction, manufacturing, automotive, agribusiness, health and hygiene, and more. With 40 industrial units in Brazil, the United States, Mexico, and Germany, Braskem exports its products to clients in over 70 countries.Braskem America is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Braskem S.A. headquartered in Philadelphia. The company is the leading producer of polypropylene in the United States, with six production plants located in Texas, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia, as well as an Innovation and Technology Center in Pittsburgh and a New Renewable Innovation Center in Lexington, which focuses on leveraging groundbreaking developments in biotechnology and chemical catalysis. For more information, visit www.braskem.com/usa.Job: US Product StewardDepartment: Product StewardshipLocation: Philadelphia or PittsburghTravel Involved: 10-15%Job Type: Full Time Description:The Product Steward position predominantly supports Braskem America, Inc. business in North America (NAM). This position is responsible for supporting the operational product stewardship and regulatory aspects of Braskem products. This role interfaces heavily with Commercial, Technical Service, Legal, Procurement, Product Development, and Process teams.Key Responsibilities Include:Promote a Product Stewardship (PS) ethic and mindset within Braskem and externally with customersManages day-to-day product stewardship/regulatory affairs activities to support Braskem customers in various markets and applicationsWrite, update, and follow PS procedures.Focal point for TSCA, including US Innovation centers, New Chemical Approval Process (NCAP)Conduct reviews of Braskem products for global regulatory clearances, including food contactProvide solutions to meet product regulatory requirementsManage impacts on compliance documentation and communications related to changes in supplier regulatory information, regulations, or product formulation and processParticipate in industry associations to monitor trends and impacts of new and changing regulationsRequirements:Minimum bachelor's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, polymer science, or related fieldMinimum 3 years of experience in a technical area or sciences, and minimum 2 years of experience in the product stewardship/regulatory affairs areaPersonal commitment to Safety, Ethics, Compliance, and DEIExcellent communication, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills; able to troubleshoot and problem-solveExtremely organized, detail-oriented, and action-orientedCommitted to continuous improvement and passionate about learningAble to drive projects and meet deadlinesAble to research and understand regulations, with support from SMEs and Generative AI.Able to independently seek out knowledge and resources to respond to customer regulatory requirementsExperience working on global teams; project management skillsPreferred Skills, Education, and Experience:Experience with polymers and food contact compliance preferred.Strong computer skills required; proficient with MS Office (SharePoint, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.), including bulk manipulation of data. Must be proficient with use of Generate AI. SAP desired, not mandatory.What we offerAt Braskem, we offer more than just a competitive pay package. Our total rewards package includes a wide range of benefits you need for every stage of your life. Our benefits include:Medical, Dental, and Vision BenefitsRetirement BenefitsMaternity and Paternity LeaveLife InsuranceShort- and Long-Term Disability InsuranceTeladocA wide range of voluntary benefits like Pet Insurance, Legal and ID Theft InsuranceFlexible work schedules like 9/80 schedules for eligible team membersDepending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level and/or ladder.Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the United States without the need for any type of sponsorship now or in the future. Braskem is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees according to applicable law. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team.

Salary : $15 - $20