Safety Agency Compliance Director
helenoftroy

Job Info

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Join our Team at Helen of Troy as a Safety Agency Compliance Director and make an immediate impact on our trusted brands, including: OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell , PUR , Braun , Vicks , Hot Tools , Drybar , Curlsmith , and Revlon . Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere every day!

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In your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. We are already making your everyday lives better. We are powered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking people committed to developing a culture of inclusion. Whether you are just starting your career or in need of a challenge, we recognize, develop, and empower talent!

Work Location: 100% onsite Marlborough, MA

What you will be doing:

Our Safety Agency Compliance Director ensures that all department projects align with all regulations & specifications for all business units and that products delivered to our consumers are quality, reliable, and safe. This includes safety & health, environmental, and quality standards, as well as any ethical policies of the company.

This position is responsible for ensuring all HELE products meet or exceed all current & future regulations & specifications, leading/mentoring/managing a team of certified Managers and Techs, and building/maintaining/expanding a lab that stays in sync with all relevant regulations & specifications. All activities must be performed according to a defined departmental budget.

• Supervise complete project list for the Safety Agency Compliance team and delegate work to applicable Associates for timely delivery of services.
  
• Facilitate communication of lab services to BU partners.
  
• Sign off on all Agency Submissions with the assistance of the Safety Agency Compliance team to ensure product compliance with all relevant regulations and specifications, resulting in an Agency Release Notice (ARN) receipt prior to production.
  
• Work with Agencies and 3rd Part Laboratories on certifications and negotiate service costs & SLAs.
  
• Lead all aspects of & align APO Safety Agency Compliance lab services for supplemental support to the Safety Agency Compliance Program.
  
• Answer customer or Legal Department questions related to product Safety Agency Certifications.
  
• Assure all CEC (Unlisted components) are evaluated annually.
  
• Provide other various lab service support on projects, such as NPD DFMEA & DQTPS for all BUs, Instruction Manual & Graphics review for Creative Department, internal Engineering Test Methods (ETM's) creation, etc.
  
• Stay up to date with all current & future regulations & specifications for all BU products.
  
• Maintain Program Certification from the Agency per all Compliance.
  
• Standards within our Annex List in our Satellite Program: UL 153, UL 355, UL 474, UL 499, UL 507, UL 746C, UL 859, UL 867, UL 962, UL 982, UL 998 / CSA C22.2 #104, UL 1004-1, UL 1004-2, UL 1004-3, UL 1026, UL 1028, UL 1030, UL 1054, UL 1082, UL 1097, UL 2111, UL 1278, UL 1431, UL 1559, UL, 1647, UL 5085-3, CSA C22.2 #0.17, CSA C22.2 #250.4, CSA C22.2 #36, CSA C22.2 #46, CSA C22.2 #55, CSA C22.2 #64, CSA C22.2 #67, CSA C22.2 #77, CSA C22.2 #92, CSA C22.2 #113, CSA C22.2 #187, CSA C22.2 #189, CSA C22.2 #1335.1, CSA C22.2 #1335.2.9, CSA C22.2 #1335.2.14, CSA C22.2 #1335.2.15, IEC 60335-1, EN 60335-1, IEC 60335-2-8, EN 60335-2-8, IEC 60335-2-23, EN 60335-2-23, IEC 60335-2-30, EN 60335-2-30, IEC 60335-2-32, EN 60335-2-32, IEC 60335-2-40, EN 60335-2-40, IEC 60335-2-65, EN 60335-2-65, IEC 60335-2-80, EN 60335-2-80, IEC 60335-2-98, EN 60335-2-98, IEC 60335-2-101, EN 60335-2-101, UL 60335-1, UL 60335-2-8, CSA C22.2 60335-1, CSA C22.2 60335-2-9, UL 61058-1, CSA C22.2 60335-2-15, CEC Testing, UL 4200A.
  
• Monthly/annual departmental budget management.
  
• Mentor and develop lab Associates to expand their Agency Safety Compliance certifications.
  

Skills needed to be successful in this role:

• Acute attention to detail
  
• Able to communicate, accurately, and concisely with other staff members.
  
• Able to thrive under pressure and meet key deadlines.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience) from an accredited four-year college or university in a related profession/field.
  
• 8 years' experience working in a laboratory directly involved with Safety Compliance Agency Standards.
  
• Direct management experience of laboratory and technical associates.
  
• MS Office experience: Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook
  
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
  

Wondering if you should apply? Helen of Troy welcomes people as diverse as our brands. Have the confidence to come as who you are because your point of view, skills, and experience will make us stronger. If you're eager to share new ideas and try new things, we want to hear from you.

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For more information about Helen of Troy, visit www.helenoftroy.com . You can also find us on LinkedIn , Glassdoor , Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .

Helen of Troy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to developing a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive environment. We value diversity and believe that we are strengthened by the differences in our experiences, thinking, culture and background. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any protected basis.

We will provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application process. If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (915) 225-8000.

Founded in 1968, Helen of Troy is a prominent player in the global consumer products industry, offering diverse career opportunities across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. We boast a collection of renowned brands such as OXO®, Hydro Flask®, Osprey®, Honeywell®, PUR®, Braun®, Vicks®, Hot Tools®, and Drybar® - many of which rank #1, #2, or #3 in their respective categories, making the Helen of Troy name synonymous with excellence and ingenuity.

At Helen of Troy, our strategy involves acquiring brands that we can integrate and enhance, amplifying their unique attributes to drive growth and profitability. Embracing a culture of collaboration internally and externally, we are committed to providing innovative solutions tailored to consumers, operational excellence, global scalability, and exceptional shared services to support our brand portfolio. This dedication to fostering development and success sets Helen of Troy apart as a pioneer in the industry, propelling our brands to unparalleled heights of success and recognition worldwide.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified. Management retains the right to add or to change duties of the position at any time.

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