Fellowes Brands · 7 hours ago
Global Product Compliance Manager
Itasca, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$120K/yr - $130K/yr
10+ years expFellowes Brands is a company committed to enhancing work experiences worldwide. The Global Product Compliance Manager will ensure that all products meet global regulatory, safety, and agency requirements throughout their lifecycle, managing compliance activities and providing technical expertise in product safety and regulatory affairs.
ConsumerManufacturingMarketing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Interpret, monitor, and implement global regulatory, safety, and agency requirements (e.g., UL, CSA, NOM, CE, FCC, IEC, BIFMA, WEEE, RoHS) for all products
Lead and coordinate product testing, certification, and technical documentation to ensure compliance from development through end-of-life, in partnership with Product Development
Develop and maintain systems for auditing and verifying product compliance, including environmental and restricted substance regulations, in collaboration with the Sustainability team
Manage technical agency files and ensure accuracy and completeness of compliance documentation
Maintain relationships with regulatory agencies, certification bodies, and industry groups to facilitate efficient approvals and stay ahead of industry trends
Investigate and analyze product failures, including accident reconstruction and mechanical failure analysis, working closely with Legal and Product Development to determine root causes and corrective actions
Recommend and implement corrective actions based on root cause analysis, ensuring alignment with Legal and Product Development teams
Provide technical support for product liability claims, including evidence preparation and expert testimony, in partnership with Legal
Respond to marketplace and consumer safety issues, including product recalls and regulatory reporting, coordinating efforts with Legal and Sustainability
Work closely and proactively with Legal, Product Development, and Sustainability teams to ensure compliance requirements are integrated into product development and lifecycle management
Advise on product changes (e.g., design improvements, warning labels, documentation) to address compliance and safety requirements, collaborating with Product Development and Sustainability
Communicate compliance requirements and risks to internal teams and provide training and guidance as needed, especially to Legal, Product Development, and Sustainability stakeholders
Respond to customer and market inquiries regarding product compliance and sustainability, leveraging expertise from cross-functional partners
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent work experience
10+ years in technical roles, including significant experience managing global agency compliance and product safety in the consumer goods industry
Strong knowledge of global regulatory, safety, and agency standards
Technical proficiency with product testing, certification, and compliance documentation
Analytical and investigative skills for incident analysis and problem-solving
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, especially with Legal, Product Development, and Sustainability teams
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
High computer literacy and proficiency with compliance systems
Willingness to travel internationally as needed
Preferred
Advanced certifications (e.g., fire science technology)
Experience with forensic analysis, regulatory affairs, and international standards
Benefits
An annual incentive may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
Company
Fellowes Brands
Over 100 years under the private ownership and executive leadership of the Fellowes family, Fellowes is a global leader and trusted partner that provides product solutions to fulfill WorkLife needs.
Founded in 1917Itasca, Illinois, USA
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
John Fellowes
President & CEO
Michel Beek
President Fellowes EMEA & Asia Pacific
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