Manager, Product Compliance

Oatey • Cleveland, OH

1d • $86,418 - $138,269 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager of Product Compliance supports the Director of Product Compliance in executing and maintaining the Company’s product compliance strategy. This role is responsible for the day-to-day management of product certifications, regulatory projects, and internal compliance processes to ensure products meet applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements across all markets served. This position reports directly to the Director of Product Compliance.

Requirements

• 6 – 8 years of related experience, including 1 – 3 years of management/supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of plumbing codes, standards, and certification requirements for plumbing products.
• Practical experience with third-party certification and conformity assessment processes.
• Knowledge of quality management systems, corrective action processes, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Understanding of regulatory compliance principles related to product safety, reliability, and market access.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize work, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to translate regulatory requirements into clear guidance for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency with PC-based tools and systems used for documentation, project tracking, and reporting.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Manages the day-to-day execution of product compliance activities including certification, listing maintenance, and regulatory documentation for new and existing products.
• Leads regulatory and certification projects ensuring timelines, deliverables, and budgets are met in alignment with departmental priorities.
• Interfaces with third-party conformity assessment and certification agencies (NSF, IAPMO, CSA, ASSE) to coordinate testing, audits, corrective actions, and ongoing product listings.
• Helps monitor changes to local, state, national, and international regulations and standards. Evaluates impacts and communicates findings to the Director and relevant internal stakeholders.
• Completes various regulatory sales reporting for single use plastic packaging, PFAS, and EPR.
• Provides technical guidance and compliance support to internal teams, including Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Sales, and Marketing to ensure products and materials meet regulatory and labeling requirements.
• Reviews and verifies accuracy of product labeling, catalogs, technical literature, and marketing material prior to release as it relates to regulatory or product certification.
• Updates SDSs for formulation changes, new product territories, and chemical classifications.
• Assists with investigation and resolution of compliance related issues, nonconformances, and corrective action variances in coordination with Quality and Engineering.
• Maintains organized records of certifications, test reports, regulatory correspondence, and compliance approvals.
• Identifies opportunities to improve compliance processes, tools, and workflows to increase efficiency, effectiveness, and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance
• Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing
• Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation
• Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents
• Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates
• Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• A strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees