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Product Compliance Specialist (Remote)

Modern and Living, LLC

Product Compliance Specialist (Remote)

Irvine, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    THE ROLE:

    The Product Development Team is the mastermind behind all product innovation for all brands across Modern&Living’s portfolio. Acting as the liaison between the Brand and R&D teams, the PD team is responsible for the development, implementation, and sourcing of all product innovations. They are responsible for product ideation and product implementation, as well as liaising with outside manufacturers to commercialize products.

    In the Product Compliance Specialist role, you will be a member of the Product Development Team and will be responsible for all compliance elements of new products from initial ideation or concept to full market launch. This position will perform various functions, which primarily ensure product safety and compliance of regulatory requirements and standards. This position will manage multiple and complex project timelines to drive outcomes and optimal results. This is a great opportunity for someone with a passion for product development and compliance to join a small (but rapidly expanding) organization and take on responsibilities that are key to our continued growth.

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Participate in the product development process to make certain that quality, safety and regulatory requirements are met. 

    • Provide engineering and compliance support throughout the development process by completing risk assessments and R&D testing for new products.

    • Develop product technical specifications for materials and components.

    • Analyze defects identified through customer reviews and internal processes, identify the root cause and CAPA’s.

    • Lead the product development team and cross functional teams on compliance- related issues by coordinating and tracking all 3rd party testing and evaluating acceptability of root causes and CAPA submittals from suppliers. 

    • Assist in cost saving and continuous improvement projects by leading engineering change requests to ensure that product safety and compliance is maintained. 

    • Provides feedback for all instruction manuals, packaging and drawings to ensure compliance. 

    • Take ownership of product restrictions (regulations from AMZ, FDA, EPA, etc.), safety and technical issues, sample testing, QC checklist and lab testing at CPSC accredited laboratories. 

    • Keep a close finger on the pulse of the industry regarding changes to regulatory requirements and recommend actions to stay compliant with active products. 

    • Continuously partnering with the internal teams on all compliance and development aspects. We believe in collective intelligence & that all opinions from different angles are instrumental for the long-term success of products. 

    • Collaborating with the internal and external team for product QC inspection, sourcing, and suppliers. 

    • Manage and update product development compliance status on a weekly basis.

    • Cross Checking every product spec sheet, ensuring all steps are followed and timelines are on track. Making sure suppliers got the most updated version technical specifications and inspectors know about any update. 

    • Analyze all samples (competitive, pre-production, post-production) from sourcing agents or suppliers and create the spec documents, evaluate notes. 

    • Checking DPI/PSI reports and merchandise defect logs once or twice a week.

      

    YOU’LL LOVE THIS JOB IF:

    • Passion is to uncover opportunities to bring value to consumers through novel product design and development and data-based decision-making.

    • Adaptable and ambitious. You will enthusiastically take on other assignments as needed to support your team!

    • Experience streamlining business processes and communication amongst teams to maximize efficiency.

    • Superb project and time management skills - can meet deadlines and manage multiple projects despite daily "fire drills" and changing priorities.

    • Experience working with team members of diverse backgrounds. We frequently work with external/internal teams in different countries with varying levels of experience in different languages. Must be patient and comfortable using tools like Google Translate, and double-checking that everyone is aligned on a brand's desires and goals.

     

    WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science. Chemical or Material Engineering is a plus. 

    • 5+ years of experience in a compliance role or similar; experience with consumer goods and the e-commerce space is a plus! 

    • Ability to demonstrate experience in assuring product compliance and knowledge of product development and manufacturing processes. 

    • Clear communication with the ability to convey information, including complex technical requirements in clear terms to people of various backgrounds. 

    • Solution-oriented and have a bias for action. When problems arise, you reliably produce responses and thoughtful solutions.

    WHO WE ARE:

    As seasoned veterans in the Amazon space, we’ve watched how the marketplace has evolved and grown over the last decade. Becoming a part of the coveted 1% top sellers and having successfully sold our first business, we know what it takes to be a successful seller. But now we are looking beyond to see what’s next. 

    Modern&Living is a digitally-native consumer goods holding company that creates and launches brands exclusively for Amazon. Meticulous design and constant innovation are the cornerstone of our operations. By bringing the most modern products and brands consumers can trust, we are looking to change the game on how people connect with third-party brands that are native to Amazon’s platform.

    BENEFITS & PERKS:

    • Medical insurance including dental and vision, 401K, paid time off, and more! 

    • We are strong believers that a healthy work/life balance is paramount to our success. Mental health is more important than ever, so everyone gets to enjoy a flexible work schedule and unlimited time off so that you can set your own hours! 

    • Our team is fully remote-based! Work from anywhere around the world.

    • We wouldn’t be anything without our team of A players, so we continuously invest into our people. Want to learn a new skill, go to a conference, or need new WFH equipment? We got you. 

    • Annual company retreats! (Covid permitting)

    • Have a direct impact by joining a young and exciting company that’s filled with ambitious, energetic, and creative individuals looking to disrupt the Amazon space.