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Henry Schein

Regulatory Affairs Specialist, EHS, North America

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What they do

A Regulatory Affairs Specialist maintains specialized knowledge of state and federal government regulations that affect an employer. Interprets regulations and implements procedures that bring an employer into compliance with regulations; may audit internal compliance with regulations.

$93,174 / year median in Illinois

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and programsConduct routine onsite inspections of manufacturing and distribution warehouse operations to identify hazards and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirementsSupport incident investigations and root cause analyses; recommend corrective and preventive actions and verify effectivenessCoordinate responses to regulatory agencies on incident investigations, inquiries, findings and/or complaint allegationsEnsure compliance with applicable OSHA standards, including but not limited to:

Hazard Communication (HazCom)Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)Emergency Action PlansFire PreventionForklift/Powered Industrial Truck SafetyLockout/Tagout (where applicable)Bloodborne Pathogens (where applicable)Maintain OSHA injury and illness records, including
OSHA 300
logsSupport maintenance of company's Safety Data Sheet Management Program and ensure employee access to SDS informationSupport compliance with applicable U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations governing the shipment of hazardous materialsSupport shipping operations involving hazardous materials to ensure proper classification, packaging, marking, labeling, and documentationSupport investigations and corrective actions related to transportation incidents or compliance concernsResearch and analyze applicable laws and regulations (OSHA, OSHA State Plans, DOT, IATA, IMO and EPA); develop, implement and monitor policies and procedures to ensure ongoing compliance with federal, state, and local requirementsSupport and assist with hazardous shipping compliance by ensuring adherence to applicable DOT, IATA, and IMO regulationsServe as a source for employees and management regarding EHS compliance and best practicesAuthor and distribute the company's quarterly Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) newsletterServe as an EHS resource for the Corporate Brand Development Group and other business units by researching regulatory requirements and providing technical guidance on environmental, health, and safety mattersDevelop and deliver employee environmental, health, and safety (EHS) awareness and training programs to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and international regulations, including
OSHA, OSHA
State Plans (e.g., Cal/OSHA), DOT, IATA, IMO, and EPA requirementsParticipate in special projects and perform other duties as required
JOB COMPLEXITY
Work on problems of moderate scope and impact where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Analyze possible solutions using standard procedures to solve straightforward problems. Exercise judgment within defined procedures and practice determining appropriate action. Build productive internal/external working relationships.
SUPERVISION
Receive a minimal level of instruction on day-to-day work, and instruction and guidance on new projects or assignments.
WORK EXPERIENCE
2-5 years of EHS experience in warehousing, distribution, manufacturing, medical device, pharmaceutical, or related industriesExperience with California OSHA (Cal/OSHA) regulations and compliance programsExperience with SDS programs, OSHA compliance activities, and hazardous materials regulationsExperience with DOT hazardous materials shipping requirements preferred
PREFERRED EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health & Safety, or a related field preferredEquivalent combination of education and experience may be consideredPreferred certifications: Associate Safety Professional (ASP), OSHA 30-Hour General Industry, and/or DOT Hazardous Materials Transportation Training KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and
COMPETENCIES
Strong inspection, auditing, incident investigation, and root cause analysis skillsExcellent training, and organizational skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and work independentlyStrong decision-making and critical thinking abilitiesExcellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationshipsDemonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills when interacting with senior management and internal and external stakeholdersAbility to standardize and leverage information and best practices to support multiple sites and business initiativesConduct research and gather information as needed to support decision-makingProficient in Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint, and experienced with project management methodologies and tools commonly used in the medical device or pharmaceutical industries
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Working knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) compliance, OSHA State Plans (including Cal/OSHA requirements), or experience in an environmental health and safety (EHS) role.

Working knowledge of hazardous shipping regulations related to Department of Transportation (DOT), International Air Transport Association (IATA), and International Maritime Organization (IMO)Internal auditing experience (OSHA, OSHA State Plans [Cal/OSHA required], EPA, DOT, and IATA)TRAVEL /
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Travel - typically 15% to 20% annually
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Typically, to advance to a new job level, TSMs must demonstrate professional behavior and should consistently be at the high-end of meets expectations or consistently exceed expectations.

The posted range for this position is $56,604 to $88,443 which is the expected starting base salary range for an employee who is new to the role to fully proficient in the role. Many factors go into determining employee pay within the posted range including prior experience, current skills, location/labor market, internal equity, etc. This position is eligible for a bonus not reflected in the posted range.

Other benefits available include: Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage, 401K Plan with Company Match, PTO [or sick leave if applicable], Paid Parental Leave, Income Protection, Work Life Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Educational Benefits, Worldwide Scholarship Program and Volunteer Opportunities.

Henry Schein, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. For more information about career opportunities at Henry Schein, please visit our website at: www.henryschein.com/careersFraud AlertHenry Schein has recently been made aware of multiple scams where unauthorized individuals are using Henry Schein's name and logo to solicit potential job seekers for employment.

Please be advised that Henry Schein's official U.S. website is www.henryschein.com. Any other format is not genuine. Any jobs posted by Henry Schein or its recruiters on the internet may be accessed through Henry Schein's on-line \