Maureen Ruggeberg
Dearborn Heights
Summary
Analytical professional with technical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in data-driven environments. Tackles challenges with positivity and drive to overcome. Works great alone or with others and consistently exceeds expectations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Consultant (Safety Data Sheet Author)
CGI
Dearborn Heights
11.2024 - Current
- Coordinated update meetings for client review.
- Updated raw material entries and hazard ratings in system.
- Ensured client support by developing and maintaining accurate SDS.
- Reviewed laws to communicate forthcoming compliance changes to clients.
- Streamlined task management to effectively meet service objectives.
SDS Authoring Specialist III
Verisk 3E
Dearborn Heights
09.2021 - 07.2024
- Conducted analyses to classify chemical compositions.
- Produced detailed SDSs efficiently with no supervision, leveraging expert authoring software.
- Provided mentorship to SDS authors through various stages of development.
- Participated in training programs to enhance professional skills.
- Completed QA testing for newly created software solutions.
- Ensured consistency in customer record management.
Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Kem Krest
Brighton
12.2019 - 09.2021
- Oversaw SDSs and hazard labels for consumer and OEM customers, ensuring compliance with FHSA, CPSC, OSHA GHS, WHIMIS and international regulations.
- Formulated implementation plans to streamline the approval process of new products.
- Created comprehensive compliance documentation for team processes.
- Provided guidance to personnel regarding compliance procedures.
- Managed regulatory change required by new and revised laws and regulations, communicating complex requirements and identifying operational impacts.
- Guided adherence to applicable legal standards during product development processes.
Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Chromatech Inc
Canton
03.2016 - 12.2019
- Conducted research on regulatory issues in diverse markets
- Authored international safety data sheets for colorants.
- Compile and submit necessary documents and reports to comply with government regulations.
- Managed regulatory change required by new and revised laws and regulations, communicating complex requirements and identifying operational impacts.
- Maintained records of all regulatory filings and correspondence.
- Evaluated potential risks associated with proposed projects or initiatives prior to implementation.
- Ensured quality assurance by working collaboratively across functions.
- Created and monitored compliance procedures.
Regulatory Affairs Specialist
American Jetway
Wayne
02.2015 - 03.2016
- Developed safety data sheets and labels compliant with OSHA, WHMIS, GHS, and CPSC standards.
- Updates SDS documentation.
- Answered regulatory questions from vendors and sales teams.
- Confirmed labels complied with all Federal and State regulations.
- Answered consumer inquiries with friendly and knowledgeable support.
Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Lawson Products
Chicago
08.2013 - 02.2015
- Creates comprehensive SDSs through the WERCS system covering safety regulations (OSHA, WHMIS, REACH) and labels (GHS, CPSC, WHMIS).
- Resolved customer inquiries concerning regulatory issues.
- Handles coordination of review process for EPA registered product labels.
- Submit government compliance reports including tier 2, carb, and voc reporting.
- Oversaw implementation of regulatory changes mandated by updated laws and regulations.
MSDS Coordinator
INX International Ink Company
Schaumburg
08.2012 - 08.2013
- Coordinated timely dispatch of safety data sheets for clients.
- Update and edit CPDS and MSDS documents.
- Compiled and issued timely month-end EHS reports covering VOC, HAPS, Heavy Metals, Prop 65.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety and Health Management
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI05.2012
Skills
- Safety data sheet authoring
- Regulatory compliance
- Hazard classification
- Project management
- Client communication
- Quality assurance
- Technical writing
- Training development
- Problem-solving
- Processes and procedures
- Multitasking and organization
- Verbal and written communication
- Industry knowledge
- Chemical classification
- Software testing
- Mentoring authors
- Detail orientation
- Record management
- Task management
- Training and mentoring
- Process improvement
- Compliance documentation
- Hazard communication standards
- Hazardous materials transportation
- Technical documentation and communication
Certification
DOT/IATA/IMDG Hazmat certification, 2024
Timeline
Consultant (Safety Data Sheet Author)
CGI
11.2024 - Current
SDS Authoring Specialist III
Verisk 3E
09.2021 - 07.2024
Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Kem Krest
12.2019 - 09.2021
Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Chromatech Inc
03.2016 - 12.2019
Regulatory Affairs Specialist
American Jetway
02.2015 - 03.2016
Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Lawson Products
08.2013 - 02.2015
MSDS Coordinator
INX International Ink Company
08.2012 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety and Health Management
Grand Valley State University