Sr Advisor, Chemical Hazard & SDS Author

Nutrien•Deerfield, IL

18h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for assessing product chemical hazard classifications, authoring Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and maintaining SDS document inventories and access systems. The role also provides internal advisory services on product hazard reduction options (e.g., alternate ingredients), toxicology data interpretation, and product risk matters — including industrial hygiene — in support of Nutrien’s global operations.

Requirements

University degree or college diploma (BS/BA) in chemistry or a related scientific
Minimum 3 years of practical experience in product hazard classification and SDS authoring using SDS authoring software
Demonstrated experience in authoring pesticide and/or adjuvant SDSs
Background in reviewing and interpreting toxicological reports and/or experience in industrial hygiene
Ability to interpret technical data and apply weight-of-evidence decision-making to reach defensible classification decisions
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively across technical functions and prioritize responses appropriately
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and change-management skills
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
Willingness to learn, teach, and share knowledge with teammates, peers, and management

Nice To Haves

University degree or college diploma in toxicology, industrial hygiene, or a related discipline, with practical application experience in SDS authoring
4+ years of experience in SDS authoring and classification using the GHS framework (North America and international markets)

Responsibilities

Conduct chemical hazard assessments of new and existing chemical products (i.e., basic chemicals, fertilizers, pesticides, adjuvants) and mixtures thereof per Global Hazard System (GHS)and country specific classification requirements
Author Safety Data Sheet (SDS) documents for Nutrien products using SDS generation software
Consider appropriate regulatory requirements beyond chemical hazard classification to ensure all relevant designations and warning statements are present and correct on the SDS and/or related documents (i.e., EPA, SARA, IARC, Proposition 65)
Interpret lab reports for information that would affect a product hazard designation
Develop and maintain classification “weight of evidence” files
Monitor Chemical hazard classification regulatory changes for impacts to Nutrien SDSs (North America & International)
Acquire and maintain supporting files upon which classifications and exemptions are based
Gather product formulation and raw material SDSs
Understand product uses e.g. fertilizers, adjuvants, pesticides, etc
Identify potential for chemical reactions and key reaction products
Use authoring software to generate a draft SDS and fine tune output on a weight of evidence basis
Maintain internal SDS repositories for Nutrien products, ensuring accessibility to retail and internal stakeholders
Maintain supporting files and documentation for each product SDS
Collaborate with the Regulatory Leadership Team to ensure knowledge retention and proper documentation of both team and cross-functional processes related to SDS creation, classification, and compliance
Perform other SDS or product safety-related tasks as required to support business priorities and regulatory compliance