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First Quantum Minerals

Global producer of copper and nickel

Inventory Management Professional - Controlled Substances

Inventory ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeColón, Colón Province, PanamaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's-level degree in Chemistry, Chemical Regulation, or a related field focused on the management of controlled substances is required; Chemistry is preferred.
  • Three to five years of experience managing controlled substances, regulated chemicals, or hazardous materials in highly regulated industries is required.
  • Experience with CONAPRED, the Chemical Control Unit (UCQ), regulatory permits, and compliance with applicable regulations is required.
  • Experience with regulated inventory control, traceability, document management, and record administration related to controlled substances is required.
  • Knowledge of safety data sheets (MSDS/SDS), the Globally Harmonized System (GHS), and safe storage of chemical substances is required.
  • Experience participating in audits, regulatory inspections, and compliance processes is required.
  • Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems such as JD Edwards, SAP, Oracle, or similar are required.

Responsibilities

  • Manage inventory control and traceability of controlled substances, ensuring record integrity and reliability.
  • Administer and maintain current documentation, permits, and regulatory requirements associated with handling controlled substances.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, including guidelines from CONAPRED, the Chemical Control Unit (UCQ), and other regulatory authorities.
  • Oversee storage, custody, and safe handling of controlled substances, verifying compliance with internal procedures and safety standards.
  • Investigate inventory differences, deviations, and documentation inconsistencies, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
  • Prepare and analyze technical reports, indicators, and records to support decision-making and regulatory compliance.
  • Participate in internal and external audits and regulatory inspections, ensuring the availability and accuracy of requested information.
  • Promote continuous-improvement initiatives that strengthen control, traceability, and compliance processes.
  • Coordinate with operations, warehouses, maintenance, supply, and suppliers to ensure compliance with established controls.

Desired Qualifications

  • Intermediate English is preferred.

About the Company

First Quantum Minerals

Global producer of copper and nickel

First Quantum Minerals operates global copper and nickel mining projects, with gold and cobalt as byproducts. It runs a portfolio of mines and mineral processing plants across four continents, and it employs about 20,000 people. The company uses technical, project management, engineering, construction, and operations expertise to develop and run complex mines and processing facilities, including tailings reprocessing and large-scale operations like Cobre Panama. Its goal is to become one of the world’s top copper producers and to deliver sustained value to employees, investors, and the communities hosting its operations.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Vancouver, Canada
Founded
1983

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