Technical Manager – Hardlines (Physical and Mechanical)
Core
Subject matter expert providing technical and regulatory expertise on consumer product safety, compliance, and testing across categories like toys, furniture, and sporting goods.
Role type
Senior technical manager (product safety & regulatory compliance)
Builds
Compliance solutions, test protocols, training programs, and regulatory guidance for clients and retailers
Domain
Consumer goods, product safety, regulatory compliance, testing services
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
U.S. and Canadian consumer product regulations, test methods interpretation, standards development (ASTM/ISO), technical writing, project management, stakeholder engagement
Preferred skills
Experience in standards development organizations (SDOs), training delivery, risk assessment
Technologies
ASTM, ISO, test protocols, regulatory databases
Responsibilities
Interpret regulations and standards, prepare and approve test plans, collaborate with laboratory personnel, develop technical training materials, mentor team members, manage multiple compliance projects
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities
