Equipment Product Safety and Compliance Specialist

Position Summary

The Equipment Product Safety and Compliance Specialist works within the safety and compliance team to execute on tasks required for the company to maintain its legal and other obligations. The expert supports the company’s regulatory initiatives by distilling technical information for non-experts, communicating product requirements and industry standards, auditing documents and test results, supporting internal workflows and processes, and working to proactively ensure we are on the forefront of compliance. This expert will focus mainly on managing equipment and other durable goods.

This role will also work closely with Clark’s Procurement division, which procures both private label and branded products for our various distribution channels (industry leading Ecommerce platform WebstaurantStore.com, The Restaurant Stores, Clark National Accounts, Clark Food Service Equipment, and 11400, Inc.).

This is a hybrid position to our office in Lancaster, PA, but open to highly qualified remote candidates.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure all products comply with relevant state, national, and international regulations (e.g., EPA, DOE, California Energy Commission, SASD), with a focus on US energy standards.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and ensure prompt adjustments to maintain ongoing compliance.
• Build and nurture relationships with regulatory bodies to support compliance and stay current with industry trends and best practices.
• Establish and manage comprehensive safety programs throughout product development.
• Perform risk assessments and implement strategies to address potential safety risks in products and processes.
• Ensure product labeling and packaging meet all regulatory requirements.
• Offer guidance and support to cross-functional teams on regulatory issues, aligning with business goals.
• Create and implement procedures to handle safety and regulatory issues, including product recalls and investigations.
  
  

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in regulatory affairs and compliance, within the commercial and institutional products industry
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g. Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics/Electromechanical) required.
• Proven track record of successfully navigating regulatory requirements and implementing compliance strategies in equipment categories
• Experience working within a safety and/or quality management systems
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Proficiency with MS Office required (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain technical and complex concepts in a simple and concise way to ensure ease of understanding
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to quickly adapt as business needs change; ability to address difficult situations with diplomacy and emotional intelligence
• Customer service-oriented attitude with a demonstrated desire to exceed expectations
  
  

Language Skills

• Business Proficiency in English is required
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is performed while sitting/standing and interfacing with a personal computer
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing
• Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations
• Requires occasional bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching
• Requires the ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights, up to 50lbs.
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This role may work in an office setting and/or telecommute from home. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. Occasional activities may involve exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, and exposure to dust, fumes, and gases. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. The passage of employees through the work area is average and normal.

Travel Requirements

May require occasional travel to other facilities and regulatory offices within the US

Remote Work Qualifications

• Access to a reliable and secure high-speed internet connection. Cable or fiber internet connections (at least 75mbps download/10mbps upload) are preferred, as satellite connections often cannot support the technologies used to perform day-to-day tasks.
• Access to a home router and modem.
• A dedicated home office space that is noise- and distraction-free. The space should have strong wireless connection or a wired Ethernet connection (wired connection is preferred, if possible).
• A valid, physical address (apartment, suite, etc.). PO Boxes are not supported, as a physical address is required for you to receive your computer equipment.
• The desire and ability to work and communicate with other team members via chat, webcam, etc.
• Legal residents of one of the following states: (). H-1B Visa Sponsorship Not Available, W2 only.