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Brownells
200 S Front Street
Montezuma, Iowa 50171
Phone: 641-623-85401
Fax: 641-623-8173

Location: Grinnell, Iowa
Experience: 2 - 5 years
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Wage: Salaried
Type: Full Time
Shift: 1st - Day
Open: 02/08/2018
Close: 03/08/2018

 
Chemical Compliance Manager 1
Description:
Brownells enjoys a great reputation in its industry and a great team to drive that brand, but we’re constantly growing and need passionate people like you to join our team. As a family-owned company for more than 75 years, we can’t wait to meet you -- and your family.

Speaking of your family, they come first, and we’ll always do our best to help you spend the most time with them possible. In fact, we can prove it. We’re the proud recipients of The Alliance of Work-Life Progress Seal of Distinction in both 2014 and 2015. We achieved this by implementing a number of employee-friendly programs including flexible work arrangements, and numerous initiatives designed to enhance the quality of the lives of our team members and their families.

Because of our great team, we’re able to maintain a small-company feel, backed by the Midwestern values of honesty, integrity and respect, while being an internationally-recognized brand with customers in more than 60 countries worldwide.
We’re proud to be a progressive company in a traditionally conservative industry, we’re proud of our shooting heritage and we are Serious About Firearms.


POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with DOT and other shipping logistics regulations, especially in regard to hazardous items, supporting all Brownells companies. Ensures products that may require special labeling meet those requirements. Responsible for ensuring all documentation related to hazardous and controlled materials is available and current. Broad knowledge of the field with strong leadership skills. Resolves issues and contributes to business development. Manages the work efforts of supervisors and/or individual contributors. Responsible for hiring, firing, performance appraisals and pay reviews. Works closely with Senior Managers and Directors on departmental issues. Wide latitude for decision making.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Identifies all compliance requirements for applicable products to include new symbols, hazard statements and warnings in compliance with the requirements of the appropriate regulatory authority.
Works with other members of the Compliance Team to create and maintain processes to ensure regulatory compliance in shipping, consumer product labeling, product handling, etc.
Responsible for accuracy and currency of SDS database.
Responsible for timely and accurate responses to chemical related internal and external customer inquiries and requests.
Tracks and records all activities related to supplier and customer communications until all issues are resolved.
Researches and remains up-to-date on domestic and international compliance issues and regulations to ensure Brownells is a leader in the marketplace.
Assists the Chemical Compliance Team in the establishment and performance of team objectives.
Works as a trainer to develop, deploy and track appropriate compliance training.
Acts as regulatory SME in cross-functional teams; new product, supplier partnerships, merchandising, etc.
Partners with suppliers to ensure accurate chemical product data.
Responsible for excellent customer service when responding to requests for SDS or obtaining SDS information from suppliers.
Keeps current in chemical regulatory compliance, maintaining any necessary certification(s).
Ensures the maintenance of SDS database.
Maintains hard copies of SDS as back-up.
Provides necessary reports on the status of Brownells, Inc. compliance responsibilities and commitments.