Senior Manager, Hazard Communication COE

PPG; Monroeville (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

PPG in Monroeville, PA is seeking a strategic Senior Manager for Global Hazard Communications. This role is crucial for meeting global regulatory, corporate, and customer requirements for product hazard communication across the organization.

You will oversee Safety Data Sheets (SDS), ensure compliance, and lead a global team in improving hazard classification processes. Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and retirement plans are offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in hazard communication, product stewardship, or regulatory compliance.
• 5+ years of management experience.
• Expertise in global chemical regulations and hazard classification systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop a global hazard communication strategy aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure the creation and maintenance of compliant Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Lead and develop a global team.

Skills

Hazard communication expertise

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

GHS mastery

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Regulatory Affairs, or related field

Tools

SAP EHS

SDS authoring tools

Job description

We are looking for a strategic and experienced Senior Manager, Global Hazard Communications. This role is critical to ensuring PPG meets all global regulatory, corporate, and customer requirements for product hazard communication that are necessary to manufacture, distribute, and commercialize products worldwide.

As a senior leader, you will oversee the development and systems for authoring compliant Safety Data Sheets (SDS), hazard evaluations, and product warning labels across our global product portfolio. You will also guide consistency, efficiency, and progress in hazard communication processes to support business growth. This hybrid role will sit in our Monroeville, PA office and will report to the Global Director of Product Stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Develop a global hazard communication strategy aligned with regulatory requirements and PPG goals
• Be the subject matter expert and trusted advisor to business leaders, regulatory teams, and product stewardship partners
• Lead and develop a global team
• Ensure the creation, accuracy, and maintenance of compliant Safety Data Sheets (SDS) across all regions
• Oversee hazard classifications and evaluations following GHS and regional regulations
• Ensure product labeling compliance, including hazard warnings and product communication requirements
• Manage hazard communication systems and tools to support global compliance and operational efficiency
• Improve and standardize workflows, data integrity, and digital capabilities
• Monitor and interpret global regulatory changes and ensure implementation
• Collaborate with Product Stewardship, Regulatory Affairs, S&T, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams
• Establish global governance frameworks, policies, and procedures
• Balance regulatory requirements with speed, cost-efficiency, and customer needs
• Contribute to PPG’s productivity improvements and growth goals

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Regulatory Affairs, or related field (advanced degree highly desired)
• 10+ years of experience in hazard communication, product stewardship, regulatory compliance, or a related field
• 5+ years of Management experience
• Mastery of GHS, SDS authoring, global chemical regulations, and hazard classification systems
• Expertise leading global teams and influencing across a matrixed organization
• Experience with compliance systems (e.g., SAP EHS, SDS authoring tools, regulatory databases)
• Experience in coatings, chemicals, or manufacturing industries
• Knowledge of regional regulatory frameworks (e.g., OSHA HazCom, REACH, CLP, WHMIS)
• Experience with process optimization and digital transformation plans

You will perform each essential job responsibility satisfactorily to perform this job. We may make reasonable accommodations to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

PPG offers comprehensive benefits such as Health, Dental, Life, Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation & Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Disability/Leave, and other Voluntary benefit offerings. Actual benefit offerings confirmed at the time of hire.

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email [e-mail].