CEM Corporation is a leading global provider of solutions for critical laboratory application in analytical laboratory, chemical synthesis, biotechnology, environmental testing, and food processing markets. As a worldwide leader in laboratory instrumentation and chemical solutions, the company was founded in 1978 and has nearly 200 patents and over 10 R&D 100 awards for its microwave-based products. CEM's headquarters is located in Matthews, NC and operates subsidiaries in the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Japan, and Singapore.

CEM Corporation (Matthews, NC) is seeking a highly self-motivated individual to join our team as a Product Compliance Manager. This hands-on role is critical for leading the company’s product regulatory compliance programs. As a highly visible position, we are looking for a results-oriented candidate with exceptional communication skills. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of product materials and safety compliance, along with prior experience interfacing with vendors. Your expertise will help ensure that our products meet all regulatory requirements and maintain the highest safety standards.

Responsibilities:

Product Compliance Manager Responsibilities Include but not limited to:

• Develop and maintain the Company’s Product Compliance Program using a collaborative team approach.
• Serve as the Company’s Subject Matter Expert on all product regulatory compliance matters, facilitating all compliance-related responses.
• Coordinate technical communication between test labs and engineering teams, assisting in the identification and troubleshooting of safety or EMC related issues.
• Actively participate in design reviews of new products to ensure safety and EMC compliance
• Create and maintain required product regulatory documentation such as the Technical Construction File, Risk Assessment, and Declaration of Conformity.
• Work with Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories (NRTLs) to obtain test quotes, test reports, and product safety approvals.
• Represent CEM during quarterly regulatory audits for NRTL-listed products, ensuring compliance and addressing any findings.
• Monitor applicable standards and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance of products and documentation with regulatory requirements.
• Support internal customer requests with proper compliance documentation.
• Coordinate, gather, and manage supply chain information to meet ongoing environmental and substance restriction regulation such as RoHS and REACH, etc.

Qualifications:

• BS Degree in Engineering
• 8+ years of experience as Compliance Engineer/Manager (or related)
• Working knowledge of IEC, EN, UL, CSA safety & EMC standards
• Understanding and familiarity of EU regulations such as LVD, MD, EMC, RoHS and REACH
• Experience with EMC/FCC testing & troubleshooting
• Experience listing products with Certifying Bodies such as UL, Intertek, TUV, MET, etc.
• Experience compiling Test Plans, Technical Documentation Files, Declaration of Conformity, Risk Assessments, Gap Analysis
• Excellent research, project management skills, and exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Highly motivated self-starter with ability to manage compliance projects and initiatives with minimal supervision

CEM Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants will be given equal consideration regardless of race, sex, age, color, national origin, marital status, religion, disability or veteran status, and any other criterion proscribed by law.