Regulatory Affairs Specialist II, Dangerous Goods Transportation

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Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Overview: The Regulatory Affairs Specialist II is responsible for ensuring compliance with hazardous material regulations and serving as a subject matter expert in hazardous material classification. This role requires in-depth knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT), International Air Transport Association (IATA), and International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) regulations.

Location:

This is an onsite role available in 5 locations across the US. Residency near Pittsburgh, PA, Nazareth, PA, Suwanee, GA, Florence, KY or Dallas, TX. Relocation assistance is not provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform transportation classifications for the sale of products, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
• Provide expert support on hazardous material shipping.
• Support ongoing sales and regulatory operations for the CCG organization through additional project work as needed.
• Review catalog and non-catalog items as part of the new product introduction process.
• Track process metrics and conduct statistical analysis.
• Solve problems and implement process improvements.
• Drive continuous improvement by focusing on root causes and implementing countermeasures to prevent dangerous goods frustrated shipments.
• Manage relationships with CCG locations to ensure compliance in their shipping activities.
  
  

• Conduct audits to ensure compliance with hazardous material regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address and resolve compliance issues.
  
  

• Expertise in DOT, IATA, and IMDG regulations.
• Strong understanding of hazardous material classification and transportation.
• Proven experience in developing and coordinating compliance policies.
• Excellent project management skills to support various hazardous material initiatives
  
  

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Diligent with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance.
• Proficiency in using compliance management software and tools.
  
  

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in hazardous material compliance and transportation.
• Certification in hazardous material handling and transportation is preferred.