PRODUCT STEWARDSHIP SPECIALIST

Company Overview for Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A.

Founded in 1978, Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A. (Formosa Plastics) is a growing, vertically-integrated supplier of plastic resins and petrochemicals. With annual revenues of more than $5 billion, we employ over 2,800 people who operate 20 production units in six business divisions - Olefins, Polyolefins, Vinyl, Specialty Polyvinyl Chloride, Chlor-Alkali, and Oil & Gas.

Formosa Plastics offers a full line of polyvinyl chloride, polyethylene and polypropylene resins, caustic soda and other petrochemicals that deliver the consistency, performance and quality that customers demand. We market our polypropylene and polyethylene resins under the Formolene® tradename; we market our suspension PVC and specialty (dispersion) PVC resins under the Formolon® tradename. We also produce and sell caustic soda, ethylene dichloride, commercial bleach and hydrochloric acid.

We are committed to supplying the highest quality products and services to our customers, providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees and contributing to the quality of life in the communities where we operate. This commitment is made possible through our dedicated people, consistent products, continued protection of the environment and ongoing investments in new product development, quality control systems and safe, modern and energy-efficient production facilities.

Formosa Plastics is a privately held company headquartered in Livingston, New Jersey. Our core business, producing plastic resins and petrochemicals, takes place at three wholly-owned chemical manufacturing subsidiaries located in Delaware City, Delaware, Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Point Comfort, Texas.

 PRODUCT STEWARDSHIP SPECIALIST 

POSITION OBJECTIVE

• Assist in the planning, design and implementation of FPC USA’s product stewardship and product quality compliance programs for the polyolefins, vinyl, specialty PVC and chlor-alkali divisions.
• Assist in the development and implementation of FPC USA’s EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) program

MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY

• Coordinates FPC USA compliance with domestic, global regulations and industry standards related to product stewardship programs including:

-     Food contact application and GMP compliance (FDA, EU, HPB, others)

-     Chemical registration and inventory management (TSCA, REACH, others)

-     Industry standards for product quality and application (UL, NSF, conflict minerals, toy safety, ISO etc.)

• Assists in responding to customer inquiries and questionnaires for product stewardship and regulatory information.
• Coordinates with operation, business, and technical divisions in developing and implementing of FPC USA’s EPR program
• Assists in review and update of FPC’s internal compliance procedures and participate in the audits of product stewardship program compliance and tracks corrective actions from audits.
• Maintains FPC USA regulatory statements, declarations and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all branded FPC USA products.
• Provide resources to relevant FPC staff departments (e.g; product management, technical, sales, purchasing, manufacturing, customer service, and IT) regarding product stewardship requirements, and incorporate requirements into relevant business processes.
• Perform product/material specification reviews and respond to customer inquiries.
• Perform other similar and related duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

TECHNICAL JOB CRITERIA

• 2-3 years in a chemical-related regulatory role
• Experience or knowledge in ESG beneficial
• Knowledge of FPC product portfolio beneficial
• Experience working and communicating with different staff departments (e.g.; Sales, Production, Technical, etc.)
• Knowledge of EPA and FDA regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices and food packaging considerations
• Comfortable in scientific, regulatory and technical terminology. Ability to evaluate, investigate/research, and respond to technical questions
• Strong technical writing skills and able to communicate promptly, professionally, and effectively orally and in writing
• Excellent organizational, time and project management skills to prioritize actions with the ability to adapt to new situations, and effectively handle multiple priorities/projects
• Able to evaluate situations, identify options and implement effective solutions quickly and efficiently with attention to detail
• Able to manage different perspectives using tact and diplomacy
• Able to work in a matrixed environment, address a range of functions and diverse businesses, and interact with individuals at all levels within the organization. Able to work independently and within a team
• Strong computer skills, highly proficient with Microsoft Office functions including Excel, PowerPoint, Word as well as other software analytical tools and e-mail and meeting management software. Ability to use internet and web-based resources efficiently and effectively

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, Chemistry, Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Biology, or regulatory-related discipline

Check Out Our Benefits

Health Coverage and Perks

Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance plans

Flexible spending accounts for health, dependent care  

Short-term Disability 

Long-term Disability 

Group Term Life, Dependent and
Supplemental Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement 
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Work/Life Balance

10 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off for a balanced life
(Vacation, Sick and Personal Time) 

FlexTime Available 

 Competitive Compensation

Competitive salary, incentive/bonus, 401(k) plan with company match, 
Cash Balance, Pension Plan