Safety Data Sheet Author

Hexcel Corporation; Duxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Hexcel is seeking a Safety Data Sheet Author for its Duxford, UK location. You will author and maintain SDS documents, ensure REACh compliance, manage labeling content, and coordinate with suppliers and ERP systems.

The role requires a chemistry or related degree and 3+ years in regulatory affairs, with strong knowledge of GHS, labeling standards, and documentation control. Candidates must be able to work independently and across teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Health & Safety, or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in regulatory affairs or product stewardship.
• Strong knowledge of GHS hazard classification and SDS preparation.
• Understanding of health & safety labelling and packaging regulations.
• Knowledge of REACh regulations and compliance requirements.
• Ability to obtain or hold hazardous goods transport certification.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and training delivery skills.
• Proficient in IT systems, databases, and document management tools.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Author and maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) in line with regulatory requirements.
• Compile and manage extended Safety Data Sheets (eSDS) for REACh compliance.
• Control revision, issue and distribution of product safety documentation.
• Respond to customer requests and queries relating to SDS documentation.
• Manage hazard communication data within SDS, labelling and ERP systems.
• Develop regulatory content for health and safety labels.
• Provide technical support on hazard classification and labelling issues.
• Liaise with suppliers to maintain regulatory and composition data.
• Ensure compliance through change management and regulatory updates.
• Support training, continuous improvement and hazardous goods classification.

Skills

SDS preparation

GHS hazard classification

Regulatory affairs

Documentation management

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Tools

IT systems

Document management tools

Job description

With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advanced lightweight composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and engineered core and composite structures. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices, and R&D centers around the globe. Become a part of the “strength within.”

“Hexcel seeks individuals who embrace our values – putting safety first, always; leading with integrity, delivering quality; One Hexcel; improving today, better tomorrow.”

Hexcel is currently seeking a Safety Data Sheet Author for our Duxford, UK location.

The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations:

• Author and maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) in line with regulatory requirements.
• Compile and manage extended Safety Data Sheets (eSDS) for REACh compliance.
• Control revision, issue and distribution of product safety documentation.
• Respond to customer requests and queries relating to SDS documentation.
• Manage hazard communication data within SDS, labelling and ERP systems.
• Develop regulatory content for health and safety labels.
• Provide technical support on hazard classification and labelling issues.
• Liaise with suppliers to maintain regulatory and composition data.
• Ensure compliance through change management and regulatory updates.
• Support training, continuous improvement and hazardous goods classification.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Health & Safety, or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in regulatory affairs or product stewardship.
• Strong knowledge of GHS hazard classification and SDS preparation.
• Understanding of health & safety labelling and packaging regulations.
• Knowledge of REACh regulations and compliance requirements.
• Ability to obtain or hold hazardous goods transport certification.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and training delivery skills.
• Proficient in IT systems, databases, and document management tools.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the country where the position is based. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.