Product Technologists - 1 Hardlines & 1 Softlines

Eurofins USA; Northampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global company in analytical testing services seeks Product Technologists to ensure compliance for softlines and hardlines products. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in a quality or manufacturing role, and strong organizational skills are required. Benefits include competitive salary, private medical insurance, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Life Assurance (4x salary)

Private Medical Insurance

Healthcash Care Plan

Income Protection

Group Pension Scheme (up to 5% match)

Flexitime system

Option to buy up to 5 days holiday per year

Perkbox discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Free Parking

Qualifications

• At least 3 years in a similar role within Quality or manufacturing.
• Understanding of critical path management.
• Knowledge of product sealing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance across clients' product ranges.
• Approve documents like Risk Assessments and Test Reports.
• Collaborate with teams to incorporate compliance in product lifecycle.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Project management

Problem-solving

Job description

Product Technologists - 1 Hardlines & 1 Softlines

• Full-time

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies.

Eurofins|BLC is a small but growing business specialising in testing and consulting within the Eurofins Softlines and Leather division. Established for over 100 years, we have the technical expertise to provide targeted testing and consulting solutions across the supply chain.

In 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6,515 billion and has been one of the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

The Role:

To ensure compliance across our client’s product ranges including softlines, hardlines, and toys. To liaise with suppliers on product approvals and maintain critical path deadlines.

Main Duties:

Product approval

• Take ownership of relevant responsibilities to meet business needs and be fully committed.
• Escalate process failures to your line manager.
• Maintain Critical Path deadlines through supplier monitoring.
• Update the Product Lifecycle Management system (PLM) with all relevant information for accurate reporting.
• Approve documents such as Risk Assessments, Artwork, Test Plans, Test Reports, CR & Packaging Data, Declarations of Compliance, and Declarations of Conformity.
• Approve production samples.

Documentation and Technical Files

• Maintain technical files, product information files, and regulatory reports.
• Track and manage compliance documentation across SKUs and regions.
• Collaborate with Quality and Product Development teams to incorporate compliance early in the product lifecycle.
• Advise on product claims, advertising standards, and legal labelling, ensuring they are evidence-based.
• Liaise with clients' Quality Assurance teams to resolve compliance issues or product recalls.

What We Are Looking For:

• At least 3 years of successful experience in a similar role within a Quality or manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of critical path management.
• Knowledge of product sealing procedures and product fit for use.
• Experience working with retailers, brands, buying and sourcing offices, vendors, suppliers, and factories.
• Highly organized with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple product categories.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and produce quality work.
• Willingness to commute to Coventry once a month for retailer meetings.
• Responsible, punctual, flexible, and with a strong work ethic.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to use initiative.

We currently have 2 positions available. Please note that the Hardlines role requires Electrical Product Knowledge.

Benefits include: Competitive salary, Life Assurance (4x salary), Private Medical Insurance, Healthcash Care Plan, Income Protection, Group Pension Scheme (up to 5% match), option to buy up to 5 days holiday per year, Perkbox discounts, Employee Assistance Programme, Free Parking, and worldwide career opportunities.

This role is office-based, 37.5 hours per week, with core hours from 8:45 am to 5:00 pm. The company offers a flexitime system, allowing variation of start and finish times by 30 minutes, provided the contractual hours are met each day.