Our client, a global leader in filter and component manufacturing is seeking a dynamic Product Compliance Certification Manager with expertise in working with PPE/RPE regulations and standards (EN 140, EN 166, NIOSH) to support their Safety division. If you have a solid background in Product Certification and/or Product Development, this is your opportunity to lead their Product Compliance and Quality initiatives. Benefit from a dynamic work environment, advanced technological skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service and support to our clients globally.
Main Responsibilities:
- Manage the Certification Program for Personal Protective Equipment Products.
- Maintain & create product Technical Documentation/Technical Files.
- Take part in Regulatory & Certification Audits.
- Liaising with notified bodies and regulatory agencies (i.e. NIOSH) and building strong relationships.
- Maintain product compliance for regulated products, including certification renewals and internal/external test laboratory testing management.
- Provide regulatory support to the design engineering team for changes and new product development.
- Provide support with product quality issues.
Job Purpose:
- Oversee the maintenance of active product certifications.
- To work with the Design Engineering Team for the approval of new products.
- Update and maintain existing certifications and approvals.
- Control, update, and maintain technical files and regulatory documentation.
- Provide regulatory support for the design engineering team.
- Support the quality team in matters relating to certified products.
Experience:
- Proven experience in planning and managing multiple tasks.
- Experience with applications for certifications and approvals to notified and approval bodies.
- Desirable experience in Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Respiratory Personal Equipment (RPE).
- Desirable experience working within Quality Management System processes (ISO 9001:2015, ISO 45001:2018 etc)
- Desirable knowledge of PPE/RPE regulations and standards (EN 140, EN 166, NIOSH) or working within other regulatory standards.
- Experience with regulated products supply chain activities.
Educational Requirements:
- Bachelors Degree or equivalent in science, engineering, or equivalent experience.
- Background in Product Design, Industrial Design, Design Engineering, or equivalent.
Experience Requirements:
- 3+ years of product certification experience in a similar field – this can include Personal Protective Equipment, Medical Devices, Automotive, Aerospace etc.
Detailed Responsibilities:
- Manage certification development projects from quotation to delivery, continuously reviewing project goals and product conformity within the established Project Management Process.
- Achieve certification and approvals for newly developed products.
- Update and maintain existing certifications and approvals, including updates necessitated by product and documentation changes.
- Control, update, and maintain technical files and regulatory documentation.
- Provide regulatory support and advice to the Design Engineering team.
- Interact with regulatory agencies to track changes and address compliance questions and issues.
- Organize, plan, and control required product testing for development and certification.
- Ensure accurate and meaningful records are maintained in line with company practices and quality requirements.
- Adhere to all relevant procedures and processes as defined in the company quality management system.
- Provide targeted support to the Quality Assurance team.
Key Personal Qualities:
- A team player with personal accountability.
- Positive and enthusiastic outlook.
- Ability to multitask and effectively plan work.
- Consistency in following detailed procedures.
- Flexibility to handle changes in priority and project direction.
- Willingness to travel for business as required.