Product Compliance Manager

Hunter Recruiting; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A product compliance agency is seeking a Manager of Product Compliance to support regulatory strategies and oversee certification activities. This role involves managing product compliance processes, leading projects, and ensuring adherence to relevant standards and regulations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 5 years of experience in product compliance or regulatory affairs. Strong project management skills and knowledge of plumbing standards are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in product compliance or regulatory affairs.
• Experience working with third-party certification bodies.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily product compliance activities, including certifications and regulatory documentation.
• Lead regulatory and certification projects to meet deliverables.
• Provide compliance guidance to various internal teams.
• Monitor regulatory changes and communicate impacts.

Skills

Knowledge of plumbing codes

Project management

Strong communication skills

Documentation proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field

Job description

Manager of Product Compliance Job Summary

The Manager of Product Compliance supports the Director of Product Compliance in executing the Company’s product compliance strategy. This role oversees day-to-day certification activities, regulatory projects, and internal compliance processes to ensure products meet applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements across all markets.

Manager of Product Compliance Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily product compliance activities, including certifications, product listings, and regulatory documentation for new and existing products.
• Lead regulatory and certification projects, ensuring timelines, deliverables, and budgets are met.
• Coordinate testing, audits, corrective actions, and ongoing listings with third‑party certification agencies (NSF, IAPMO, CSA, ASSE).
• Monitor regulatory and standards changes and communicate impacts to leadership and internal stakeholders.
• Complete regulatory sales reporting related to single‑use plastics, PFAS, and EPR requirements.
• Provide compliance guidance to Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Sales, and Marketing teams.
• Review product labeling, technical literature, and marketing materials for regulatory and certification accuracy.
• Update Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for formulation changes, new markets, and chemical classifications.
• Support investigations and resolution of compliance issues and corrective actions.
• Maintain organized compliance records and identify opportunities to improve compliance processes.

Manager of Product Compliance Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in product compliance or regulatory affairs.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing codes, standards, and certification requirements.
• Experience working with third‑party certification bodies and conformity assessment processes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency with documentation, project tracking, and reporting tools.

Manager of Product Compliance Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or product development environment.
• Familiarity with quality management systems and corrective action processes.
• Experience with PFAS, single‑use plastics, and EPR regulatory reporting.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate regulatory requirements into actionable guidance.
• 1–3 years of supervisory or leadership experience.