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Aujualeek Johnson

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Strategic Regulatory Affairs Manager with comprehensive experience in overseeing regulatory compliance and ensuring alignment with industry standards. Possess strong skills in managing product registrations, liaising with regulatory bodies, and developing effective risk management strategies. Demonstrated ability to deliver impactful results by streamlining processes, enhancing efficiency, and fostering collaborative relationships within cross-functional teams.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Regulatory Affairs Manager

J-B Weld Company
Marietta, GA
03.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced regulatory compliance by developing and implementing effective policies and procedures.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on regulatory requirements and timelines.
  • Provided expert guidance on global regulations, leading to successful market entry of new products.
  • Managed end-to-end implementation of authoring software for internal and external customers, ensuring access to the most up-to-date region specific safety data sheets.
  • Conducted thorough audits to identify areas of improvement, leading to strengthened internal controls.
  • Spearheaded training initiatives for staff on regulatory affairs topics, promoting a culture of continuous learning.
  • Oversaw timely preparation and submission of high-quality documentation for product registrations and renewals.

Sr. Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Newell Brands – Elmer’s Brand Portfolio
Atlanta, GA
11.2017 - 02.2023
  • Provided EHS product regulatory information to support business units.
  • Ensured access to current region-specific safety data sheets and labels
  • Managed adherence to regulatory standards within set deadlines
  • Tracked key performance indicators and provided support for product stewardship initiatives
  • Enhanced regulatory compliance by developing and implementing comprehensive internal policies and procedures.
  • SME for the reviewing and auditing of internal and external consumer safety data sheets and labels per FHSA and CPSC regulations. In addition to, EU CLP REACH, China - Decree 591 (Articles 15 and 37), Japan - Industrial Safety and Health Law (ISHL) and the Poisonous and Deleterious Substances Control Law (PRTR), South Korea - Ministry of Labor (MoL) under Public Notice No 2008-01 regulatory laws.
  • Streamlined audit processes for improved efficiency, resulting in reduced compliance risks across the organization.
  • Identified potential gaps in compliance activities, proposed solutions, and tracked progress towards resolution of identified issues.
  • Managed successful completion of regulatory audits by coordinating efforts among various departments, ensuring timely responses and accurate documentation.
  • Reduced legal exposure by effectively addressing identified instances of non-compliance, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
  • Supported organizational growth while maintaining regulatory compliance through proactive project management and internal communication strategies.
  • Advised senior leadership on emerging industry regulations, providing insights into potential impacts on business operations and suggesting appropriate action plans.
  • Implemented ongoing monitoring programs to detect potential compliance issues early, allowing for prompt resolution before escalation.
  • Served as subject matter expert on all aspects of regulatory compliance within the organization, providing consultation services to colleagues across multiple departments.
  • Assisted external consultants during periodic reviews of corporate governance structures, ensuring adherence to best practices in risk management.
  • Leveraged advanced technology platforms for efficient tracking and reporting on relevant metrics, facilitating informed decision-making by senior management.
  • Served as liaison between internal stakeholders and external regulatory bodies during investigations, ensuring prompt resolution of any issues raised.
  • Interpreted regulatory rules or rule changes and communicated with others through corporate policies and procedures.
  • Served as a liaison between the research and development and engineering teams to ensure product compliance during the conception phase of the product life cycle management process.
  • Managed more than 50+ new products from end-to-end product life cycle management. Ensured compliance at every stage gate and conveyed any risk to upper management and development teams.
  • Authored more than 2,000+ safety data sheets and labels.
  • Ensured seamless integration of new acquisitions into existing compliance frameworks through rigorous due diligence investigations.
  • Presented findings from compliance audits to executive leadership, offering actionable recommendations for addressing identified areas of concern.
  • Prioritized project-related tasks to efficiently complete essential tasks.

Consultant - Safety Date Sheet Author

Global Safety Management (TotalSDS)
Tampa, FL
02.2017 - 05.2019
  • Responsible for providing and ensuring the highest quality of accurate regulatory compliance information in a timely manner
  • Responsibilities include consulting regulatory reviews, data gathering, template response customer creation, database management, tracking of key performance indicators, reporting and product stewardship support for compliance programs.
  • Managed end-to-end implementation of authoring software for internal and external clients, ensuring access to the most up-to-date region specific safety data sheets and labels.
  • SME for APAC/SEA safety data sheet integration and compliance. Routinely monitored APAC and SEA regulatory laws for changes that may affect the software and our end users.
  • Developed comprehensive strategies for clients, resulting in improved business performance and increased revenue ensuring enhanced client satisfaction by providing expert consultation and tailored solutions to their specific needs.
  • Streamlined operations by conducting thorough assessments of clients'' processes and implementing efficient systems.
  • Established strong relationships with clients, ensuring clear communication and understanding of project objectives.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver successful project outcomes on time and within budget constraints.
  • Implemented innovative solutions, enabling clients to overcome complex challenges and achieve their goals.
  • Conducted rigorous data analysis to support informed decision-making processes for clients.
  • Managed multiple client projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and optimal results.
  • Delivered customized training programs to enhance clients'' skill sets and improve overall efficiency and helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
  • Authored more than 5,000+ raw materials and finished products for the creation of the authoring system and for external clients.

Product Regulatory Information Specialist

BASF Corporation
Wyandotte, MI
05.2016 - 11.2017
  • Responsible for effectively responding to new and prospective customers as well as internal customers request’s and providing EHS product regulatory information to customers to support select business units
  • Responsible for providing and ensuring the highest quality of accurate regulatory compliance information in a timely manner
  • Responsibilities include regulatory reviews, data gathering, template response customer creation, database management, tracking of key performance indicators, reporting and product stewardship support for Responsible Care and compliance programs.
  • Delivered high-quality technical support, resolving customer issues promptly and effectively.
  • Created detailed product roadmaps outlining future enhancements and aligning with business goals.
  • Improved internal communication channels by implementing innovative knowledge-sharing tools and platforms.

Global GHS / Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Kemira Chemicals Inc.
Atlanta, CA
07.2014 - 03.2016
  • Responsible for keeping up to date with the evolution of Global Harmonization (GHS) principles and how they are adopted on a country-by-country basis.
  • Served as a liaison between internal customers and the Product Stewardship Regulatory Affairs team, working to proactively guide efforts to ensure that products and raw materials are properly classified and are compliant based upon changing mandates under each revision of GHS and any other applicable regulation.
  • Responsible for labeling, product compliance and safety data sheets compliance.
  • Reviewed raw materials and finished products for adherence to applicable regulations, guidance documents and other chemical regulations.
  • Responsible for integrating all my company’s raw materials into an online database known as SharePoint and SAP ERP 6.0 systems, in which I requested vendor documentation, reviewed them for specific regulatory requirements, then I approved the documents and finally, uploaded to both SharePoint and SAP.
  • Managed end-to-end implementation of authoring and raw material inventory and tracking software systems for internal and external clients, ensuring access to the most up-to-date region specific safety data sheets and labels.
  • SME for global chemical safety date sheets and labeling regulations and compliance.
  • Authored and classified more than 2,500+ raw material and finished products for external customers.

Regulatory Data Integration Specialist

Zep Inc.
Atlanta, GA
02.2014 - 07.2014
  • Responsible for researching, populating, and maintaining regulatory data in various systems used to generate SDSs and labels along with performing other regulatory compliance functions.
  • Managed end-to-end implementation of authoring software for internal and external clients, ensuring access to the most up-to-date region specific safety data sheets and labels.
  • Researched, evaluated, calculated, migrated and otherwise maintained regulatory compliance data for the various compliance data management systems.
  • Generated draft SDSs, labels and other compliance related documents for review, editing and release by senior management.
  • Shadowed Regulatory Compliance Specialists to sequentially learn and become qualified as a generalist to perform other aspects of Compliance Services functions.
  • Streamlined data migration tasks for seamless system transitions and minimized downtime.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define requirements and design effective data integration solutions.
  • Established clear documentation practices for data mappings, transformations, and integrations to maintain consistency across projects.
  • Provided expert guidance on best practices for data management, sharing insights that led to more efficient processes.
  • Successfully completed multiple high-stakes projects under tight deadlines by employing strong project management skills.
  • Authored more than 10,000+ raw materials and finished products for global harmonized system classification and labeling for the OSHA Hazcom 2012 standard.

Quality Insurance Chemist II

Cargill Inc.
Gainesville, GA
09.2013 - 01.2014
  • Analyzed the following oil types: sunflower, canola, cv65, soy, corn etc., for pH, Gardner color, soap, titrations, as well as analyzed oil using ICP in order to confirm that the crude oil is good and can be released for shipment to various customers.
  • Data entry using UNILAB, SAP Business Objects as well as Microsoft Outlook.
  • Follow Cargill, EPA, FDA and DOT guidelines for handling and disposing of chemicals.
  • Increased laboratory efficiency by implementing new software programs for data analysis and management.
  • Enhanced product quality by developing and optimizing chemical processes and procedures.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to solve complex problems in product development and scaleup.
  • Streamlined testing procedures, ensuring accurate results while minimizing turnaround time.
  • Developed innovative solutions for environmental challenges through green chemistry applications.
  • Improved safety standards by conducting thorough audits of existing protocols and recommending necessary changes.
  • Achieved increased yield rates by optimizing reaction conditions through rigorous experimentation and data analysis.
  • Implemented new analytical techniques, enhancing accuracy and speed of data collection for critical decision-making processes.

Analytical Chemist Intern

Georgia-Pacific LLC.
Decatur, GA
05.2013 - 09.2013
  • Analyzed building materials such as resins, woods, and polymers for various customers using liquid Gel-Permeation Chromatography.
  • Data entry using Empower 2, then interpreted data and adhered to strict EPA, DOT and Hazmat guidelines on documentation when recording data to be sent out to customers
  • Used calibration methods in order to calibrate GPC equipment to obtain the highest standard of results.
  • Follow Georgia-Pacific LLC, EPA and DOT guidelines for handling and disposing of hazardous waste and samples.
  • Streamlined sample preparation processes, reducing turnaround time and increasing productivity.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality data generation and interpretation.
  • Developed new testing methods for more accurate results in the analysis of chemical compounds.
  • Improved safety protocols within the lab by identifying potential hazards and implementing corrective measures.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting instrument issues, maintaining optimal performance levels throughout the internship period.
  • Supported research projects by conducting experiments using various analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, and NMR.
  • Analyzed complex data sets using statistical software, providing critical insights for project development.
  • Created comprehensive reports on experimental findings for senior chemists and project leads to review.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through active participation in team meetings and collaborative efforts.
  • Expanded skill set through continuous learning opportunities and training sessions related to analytical chemistry techniques.

Education

Bachelor Of Science - Chemistry

Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta, GA
05.2013

High School Diploma - General Studies

Renaissance High School
Detroit, MI
06.2009

Skills

  • Leadership
  • GHS Classification, Authoring (SDS and Labels)
  • Developing/Maintaining Timelines
  • Attention to Detail
  • EU BPR
  • Chemical Inventory Listing, TSCA, DSL etc
  • FIFRA Registration and labeling
  • CPSC / CPSIA Compliance
  • Environmental Compliance
  • Planning, Management & Implementation skills
  • Organizing & Analyzing
  • Strong communication Skills
  • HAZCOM 2012 Certification
  • SAP ECC 60 Production (EHS Module – Master Key User)
  • CE / UK CA Technical File Build
  • Dangerous Goods Hazmat Certification (DOT, IMDG, IATA)
  • Regulatory Policies
  • Regulatory strategy development
  • International Regulations
  • Regulatory Agency Applications
  • Document Management
  • SAP EHS Management
  • Global Regulatory Compliance
  • Labeling Compliance
  • Regulatory Intelligence
  • Product Lifecycle Management
  • Regulatory Submissions

Affiliations

  • Society for Chemical Hazard Communication (SCHC)
  • Regulatory Affairs Professional Society (RAPS)
  • American Chemical Society (ACS)
  • International Air Transportation Association (IATA)
  • Department of Transportation (DOT)
  • International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG)

Certification

  • Dangerous Goods Transportation Training - DOT, IATA, IMDG - Current 2024
  • GHS Classification Training - Denise Deeds (IHSC) - 2014
  • Microsoft Office Applications

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Limited

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Regulatory Affairs Manager

J-B Weld Company
03.2023 - Current

Sr. Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Newell Brands – Elmer’s Brand Portfolio
11.2017 - 02.2023

Consultant - Safety Date Sheet Author

Global Safety Management (TotalSDS)
02.2017 - 05.2019

Product Regulatory Information Specialist

BASF Corporation
05.2016 - 11.2017

Global GHS / Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Kemira Chemicals Inc.
07.2014 - 03.2016

Regulatory Data Integration Specialist

Zep Inc.
02.2014 - 07.2014

Quality Insurance Chemist II

Cargill Inc.
09.2013 - 01.2014

Analytical Chemist Intern

Georgia-Pacific LLC.
05.2013 - 09.2013

Bachelor Of Science - Chemistry

Clark Atlanta University

High School Diploma - General Studies

Renaissance High School

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