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Help Wanted

Inventory Control Analyst - Dangerous Goods/Hazardous Materials

Honeywell Security Group (HSG) is a strategic business unit in Automation and Control Solutions (ACS).  HSG is a leading innovator, manufacturer and supplier of electronic security technology protecting millions of homes, businesses and government facilities across the globe.  Products include burglar and fire alarms, access control and video surveillance systems.  HSG serves customers worldwide from more than 120 offices in over 40 countries and its distribution business, ADI, has more than 200 branch locations.

We are currently hiring for an Inventory Control Analyst - Dangerous Goods/Hazardous Materials, to work in our Melville NY location. This position provides a unique opportunity for an individual to leverage and expand their Dangerous Goods/Hazardous Materials inventory experience, within ADI's corporate setting.

Under general supervision, organize and coordinate the classification of all Hazardous Materials and Dangerous Goods to ensure compliance with all Federal, State and local regulatory requirements. Responsible for the classifications of all inventory and all activities associated with ordering, stocking and shipping of these goods. This includes continuous training and auditing of this process.

Continual review of all items to be classified as Dangerous Goods or Hazardous Materials that need special handling.

Work with all ADI locations that stock or ship inventory to ensure proper handling and compliance.
Periodic review of internal process to ensure compliance and best practices.
Large interaction with internal departments as well as outside consulting companies to ensure compliance and solutions.

Basic Qualifications
1 year experience in a role dealing with hazardous materials.

Additional Qualifications

  • Experience in an inventory/purchasing position desirable.

  • Experience developing and managing cross-functional programs a plus.

  • Able to communicate effectively in English; organize and communicate sensitive and complex information effectively.

  • Must demonstrate customer and team focus.

  • Six Sigma experience desirable.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to a diverse workplace

For more information, please contact - Lisa.Wilson2@Honeywell.com
08052010


Help Wanted

Regulatory Specialist
Job Description

www.dow.com The Dow Chemical Company has an exciting and challenging opportunity within its EH&S Hazard Communication Expertise Center for a Dangerous Good/Hazardous Material Transportation (DG/HazMat) Regulatory Classification Specialist located in Midland, Michigan.  This role is focused on the critical process of classifying substances as Dangerous Goods/Hazardous Material in compliance with U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Canadian Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG), and international air and vessel regulations.  This classification step is critical as it forms the foundation for all other aspects of transportation regulatory compliance. 
 
The successful candidate will work as part of a global transportation regulatory team.  Daily interaction with other transportation regulatory experts, Hazard Communication experts, Product Stewards, Dow businesses, external clients, and Safety Data Sheet authors will occur.
 
Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide technical oversight as well as coaching and development support to a team of Safety Data Sheet authors performing DG/HazMat transportation classifications
  • Develop and enhance work processes to enable timely response to client requests and client issues
  • Manage special projects to review and update DG/HazMat transportation classification due to major domestic or international regulatory changes mergers, acquisitions, or divestitures product composition changes
  • Resolve complex technical issues pertaining to transportation classifications
  • Monitor, interpret, and communicate requirements related to transportation classification in North American regulatory requirements and from organization such as International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and International Air Transport Association (IATA) or from the International Marine Dangerous Goods (IMDG) code. 
  • Audit SAP-based Dangerous Goods classifications and background data for quality and compliance with required regulatory test protocols
  • Actively participate in a global transportation classification network to ensure alignment and consistency of regional classification principles and work processes
  • Perform transportation classifications for North American shipments of radioactive, waste, and sample materials.
Job Requirements
  • A minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree is required.   (Chemistry or Technical Degree is preferred)
  • Expert knowledge of classification of transportation regulations: DOT (PHMSA), ICAO/IATA, and IMDG (min. 3 yrs recent experience)
  • Knowledge of TDG, Agreement on Dangerous Goods by Road/Regulations concerning the International Transport of Dangerous Goods by Rail (ADR/RID) is a plus
  • Expert knowledge of SAP Dangerous Goods (DG) functions is  a plus
 Certifications/Affiliations Required:
  • Certification/training in applicable federal regulations, IATA, IMDG is necessary
  • ADR/RID and TDG is a plus
  • Six Sigma Certification is a plus

Additional Skills Desired:

  • Strong project implementation skills
  • Ability to provide quick turnaround on projects while managing competing or rapidly changing priorities
  • Ability to effectively interact with a global client base from different cultures
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent organizational and documentation skills
  • Emphasis on high quality work
Key Competencies Expected:
Initiative:  Proactively moves issues and problems forward to achieve results.  Improves project/team efficiency and performance by clearly defining and analyzing problems using data, and implementing new ways of approaching work and recognizing individuals and teams for their contributions.  Proactively shares knowledge and communications to improve the efficiency of the group.  Uses influence skills to help people in other parts of the company get things done.
Interpersonal Effectiveness:  Proactively seeks to understand others' differences of opinions to resolve issues and to achieve results.  Demonstrates in all actions that individual differences are valued and leveraged for competitive advantage.  Tailors communications and style to the needs of the audience.  Engages others who are affected by his/her work before problems arise.
Leadership:  Maintains productivity during times of change to achieve sustained gains.  Can actively manage multiple priorities with ease.  Aligns and prioritizes projects considering business needs and impact.  Gathers input and gains consensus when making decisions.  Helps others see the positive aspects of change and works in new ways when conditions change to achieve sustained gains.
Teamwork:  Builds consensus and alignment around key objectives for the work group or project team.  Proactively offers viewpoints and recommendations to the team.  Shares responsibility for the direction, accomplishments, and active recognition of team actions.  Ability to work in virtual teams required.
Client Services:  Displays behaviors and attitudes to put the client needs in the forefront.  This is a crucial competency for success in this role.

To apply - caburke@dow.com
05252010


 

 


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