Matthew Newport
Bristol
Summary
Detail-oriented and licensed US customs broker with extensive experience in the classification of laboratory reference standards, including controlled substances and regulated products for US import and export. Adept at ensuring compliance with FDA, DEA, USDA (APHIS), EPA, CBP and other regulatory agencies. Proven ability to streamline processes, increase operational efficiency, and maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving regulations. Strong background in reporting, assigning HTS codes, and advising customers on regulatory requirements and supply chain management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Compliance Specialist
LGC Standards
10.2020 - Current
- Classified laboratory reference standards for US import, ensuring compliance with FDA, DEA, USDA (APHIS), EPA (TSCA and ODS), and CBP regulations.
- Classified HTS codes based on chemical structure, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance.
- Identified non-synthetic products and coordinated with suppliers to obtain letters of origin for US import.
- Managed the application and renewal process for APHIS import permits and identified products where APHIS could be disclaimed
- Facilitated DEA import permits for CI-CV controlled substances and List I/II chemicals.
- Evaluated customer addresses that had hits against the denied persons list
- Advised customer support and purchasing teams on the proper global supply chain for regulated products.
- Assisted customers in completing end-user statements required by German and Canadian suppliers.
- Managed the renewal of DEA distributor, importer, exporter, and chemical registrations, including adding new drug codes as needed.
- Coordinated state-controlled substance registration applications and renewals.
- Identified products containing ozone-depleting substances (ODS) and prepared laboratory certification forms for customer completion.
- Oversaw the completion of quarterly and annual reporting for DEA (ARCOS), EPA (ODS), chemical exemptions, and conflict mineral reports.
- Developed and maintained standard operating procedures (SOPs) for compliance procedures, ensuring consistent practices across the team.
- Applied for and renewed DEA exemptions for eligible products in solution.
- Collaborated with teams to create a streamlined "one-touch" classification process at customer order vs. shipment level to reduce turnaround times.
- Created shipping documents and managed the volume of part classifications, increasing classification volume by [insert percentage].
- Responded to queries from shippers and customs officials regarding import/export compliance and documentation.
- Prepared end-user letters for exported products containing ECCNs
- Identified and tracked ITAR parts, conducting monthly checks to ensure correct system setup and compliance.
- Monitored updates to HTS and FDA regulations, performing mass updates to product classifications as needed.
Project Engineer
Belcan
10.2017 - 07.2020
Lab Technician (seasonal)
Phoenix Environmental Labs
05.2012 - 08.2016
Education
Master of Science - Biomedical Engineering
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT05-2020
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT05-2015
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance (FDA, DEA, USDA, EPA, CBP, ITAR)
- HTS Code Classification based on chemical structure
- Ozone-Depleting Substances (ODS) Certification
- End-User Statement Preparation
- DEA Registration and Exemptions
- Controlled Substance Regulations
- Import/Export Documentation and Reporting
- SOP Development and Maintenance
- Customs and Shipper Coordination
- Analytical Problem Solving
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Excel, Salesforce, Word, Powerpoint, IFS, Isentris, ACE, Scitegrity
Accomplishments
- Improved Operational Efficiency: Successfully collaborated to create a "one-touch" classification process that reduced turnaround times for customer orders by [insert percentage].
- Created system to sort imported shipments by regulatory agency
- Regulatory Reporting: Managed comprehensive reporting for multiple regulatory agencies, including the DEA, EPA, and other relevant organizations, ensuring timely and accurate submission.
- Increased classification by xxx% over the course of x years while maintaining accuracy
Certification
- US Customs Broker License ###
- Lean Sigma Six Yellow Belt Training
Timeline
Compliance Specialist
LGC Standards
10.2020 - Current
Project Engineer
Belcan
10.2017 - 07.2020
Lab Technician (seasonal)
Phoenix Environmental Labs
05.2012 - 08.2016
Master of Science - Biomedical Engineering
University of Connecticut
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering
University of Connecticut
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