The Fountain Group is a national staffing firm and we are currently seeking a ­­­­­­­­Product Safety Specialist for a prominent client of ours.  This position is in South Portland, ME 04106. Details for the position are as follows:

Product Safety Specialist

Location: South Portland, ME (Onsite)
Duration: 6 Months (Potential for Extension)
Pay Rate: $40-$42/hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Start Date: ASAP

Position Summary

We are seeking a Product Safety Specialist to support a leading biotechnology organization in South Portland, Maine. This role will be responsible for reviewing product composition information, generating product safety documentation, and supporting compliance requirements for medical device products.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong scientific background combined with exceptional attention to detail and documentation skills. This is a highly independent position requiring someone who can take ownership of the product safety process, gather information from multiple sources, and accurately document product composition and hazard information.

This is a desk-based position and is not a laboratory or bench-science role.

Key Responsibilities

• Review product composition information and supporting technical documentation
• Generate and maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS/MSDS)
• Complete product composition and hazard assessment forms
• Analyze chemical compositions and calculate product ingredient percentages
• Review batch records, manufacturing documentation, and SOPs to obtain required product information
• Document sources and maintain traceability of data used in product safety documentation
• Collaborate with scientists, quality teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to gather product information
• Support product stewardship and regulatory compliance activities
• Manage documentation updates through change control processes
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of all product safety records

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline
• 5+ years of experience in biotechnology, life sciences, medical devices, chemicals, or another regulated industry
• Experience creating or maintaining SDS/MSDS documentation
• Strong understanding of product composition, chemical hazards, and product safety principles
• Experience reviewing technical documentation, SOPs, batch records, or manufacturing records
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Ability to work independently and manage assigned projects with minimal supervision
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Product Safety, Product Stewardship, Regulatory Affairs, or Chemical Compliance experience
• Experience supporting medical device products
• Familiarity with change management or change control processes
• Experience working within regulated environments including biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, chemicals, or medical devices
• Experience with Agile methodologies

Additional Information

• Onsite position located in South Portland, Maine
• No remote work available
• Candidates should be located in New England or willing to relocate at their own expense
• One-round Teams interview process
• Opportunity for extension beyond the initial assignment