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Momentive Performance Materials Inc. SME - HazCom in Bangalore, India
Job Title: SME - HazCom
Summary:This position assures continuity and growth of the business by complying with regulations applicable to the company’s products and business activities. Executes and oversees transactional processes as necessary, to ensure day-to-day compliance with applicable hazard communication regulations associated with raw materials, intermediates and finished products. Responsible for Safety Data Sheet and label generation and maintenance. Participates in the screening of new raw materials and Management of Change (MOC) processes. Provides regulatory approval in the New Product Introduction (NPI), product extension, and product translation processes. This role will provide regulatory support to both internal and external customers, lead/ contribute to development of new concepts, techniques, and standards and ongoing implementation and continuous improvement of product safety, hazard communication, and regulatory processes and system support. Responsible to build a team and improve the bench strength of the solid product stewardship professionals for the function. Demonstrates strong ability to motivate & engage learning and career growth within team.
Responsibilities Include:
Safety Data Sheets and Label Generation and Maintenance
Responsible for the preparation and update of Safety Data Sheets and labels using standard systems and processes and assures that they reflect finished product compositions and properties and comply with regional regulatory requirements for raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.
Responsible for material introduction, classifications and labeling (includes dangerous goods classifications with SME inputs).
Initiates Notification of Change (NOC) processes.
Responds to routine customer inquiries using standardized responses and processes. Drafts new templates as necessary using existing templates as reference, as per the requirement.
Interacts with and responds to global customers, suppliers, and other applicable functions in supporting hazard communication and regulatory compliance needs
Develops relationships with key customers (internal and external) to assure effective communication and responses are provided
Expert in hazard communication legislation and regulation for the designated regions/countries. Initiates necessary actions related to changing chemical regulations in various world regions.
Drives projects related to SDS creation and maintenance as identified.
Workflow Approval
Provides regulatory approval in the material master workflow for product creation, product extension, and product translation processes by ensuring that the regional hazard communication needs have been satisfied.
Works closely with Product Stewards to assure efficient interfaces with the material master workflow processes product extensions and product translations across regions.
Ensures compliance through management of regulatory checks/blocks.
Product and Substance Data Management / Systems Management
Leads/contributes to SAP data management and system integrity.
Template management within SAP.
Participate in Management of Change (MOC) processes.
Establishes, manages, and/or reports metrics for work and/or tie into global reporting to assure progress with respect to compliance and business growth is measured and communicated
Reporting responsibilities to support broader PS team
Leads the implementation for the continuous improvement of world class, efficient hazard communication and product regulatory compliance data management systems and interfaces, as per existing legislative requirements or in response to changes
Other site and regional support
Drives the site’s Product Stewardship and Regional Business needs
Fostering Team work, building talent within the function
Professional Development
- Establishes robust development plan and development goals, and tracks progress quarterly for self and any direct reports. Includes developing plans for targeted development, attending activities, and debriefing afterward with an action plan.
Qualifications:
The following are required for the role
Basic Qualifications/ Requirements
Bachelors of Engineering / Pharmacy / Masters’ degree in Chemistry, Biology, Life Science, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene or equivalent
10-14 years’ experience in the chemical industry in the area of Product Stewardship and Regulatory Compliance/ Environmental Health and Safety/Occupational Safety and Industrial Hygiene or other applicable experience
Specialized in-depth knowledge and/or breadth of expertise of industry practices
Expertise to define requirements and implement processes in the systems and tools relevant for the function
Ability to use technical skills to influence corporate strategy
Good English verbal, written and presentation skills
Computer literate in standard office systems
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization
Position may require availability for global calls and interactions
Travel as needed
Preferred Qualifications:
SAP EHS experience
Experience in troubleshooting to allow development of sound resolution of issues.
Continuous improvement/Project Management skills/ certifications
Experience with managing small teams.
What We Offer:
At Momentive, we value your well-being and offer competitive total rewards and development programs. Our inclusive culture fosters a strong sense of belonging and provides diverse career opportunities to help you unleash your full potential. Together, through innovative problem-solving and collaboration, we strive to create sustainable solutions that make a meaningful impact. Join our Momentive team to open a bright future. #BePartoftheSolution
About Us:
Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.
Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer . Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.
To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law . An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations .
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