Hygiene Regulatory Intern

GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 5 to over 11+ years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide.

Working at GEA Group has significant benefits:
• Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day
• Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore
• Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster
• Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset
• Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits
• Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance
• Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses

Responsibilities / Tasks

The Regulatory intern is responsible for providing assistance to the Regulatory Compliance Manager in identifying local, state, federal, and international regulations pertinent to hygiene products and operations related to Hygiene Business Unit, and for facilitating the procedures and programs necessary for compliance with those regulations.

• Responsible for assisting the Regulatory Compliance Manager with product registrations for North America, including state and federal in preparation of submissions and maintenance of existing registrations, including amendments.

• Assist the Regulatory Compliance Manager to identify, establish, implement, and maintain procedures to ensure that product labeling, collateral labeling, packaging, Safety Data Sheets (SDSs), tariff classifications, and registrations for all Dairy Hygiene products (including private label and experimental products) meet the requirements of state, federal, and international regulations.

• Aid the Regulatory Compliance Manager in coordinating/implementing changes to existing products for all GEA Hygiene products.

• Create new or revised SDSs, send to the Regulatory Compliance Manager for review, post to the online database, and distribute to appropriate personnel. Maintain product SDS library and listing by raw material part number for existing production.

• Collect data and perform calculations for the annual required hazardous materials reports to the State of Illinois Emergency Response Commission, Will County LEPC, and Romeoville Fire Department.

Your Profile / Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to improve speed of product registrations.
• Open-minded and solution-oriented with accountability.
• Team player, empathic, authentic and good negotiator.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Decision making competence and driver mentality.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with team members.
• Ability to prioritize and function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Associate degree or equivalent in chemistry, toxicology, biochemistry with additional course work in Animal Sciences preferred
• Knowledge of dairy production is a plus and knowledge of in-vitro testing and clinical trials would be a benefit
• Experience in an ISO or GLP regulatory environment would be highly desired.

The typical base pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $15-$20 per hour.  GEA Group has different base pay ranges for different work locations within the United States. The pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary.  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for the position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.  You may be eligible for additional rewards, such as discretionary bonus (based on eligibility) and/or equity awards.

Please note: This position is based in the United States and does not offer visa or work sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.

GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

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