Product Safety Department Manager

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralized and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

As the Department Manager of Product Safety, you will lead the strategic and day-to-day execution of safety compliance across a diverse product portfolio. You will be responsible for ensuring that all products meet stringent international standards for medical devices, laboratory equipment, information technology, and household appliances. You will be responsible for team training as needed along with managing the safety laboratory. You will also be supporting as needed project scoping and quotations. The Department manager must have great depth of knowledge within IEC 60601-1, IEC 62368-1 & IEC 61010-1. IEC 60335-1 is plus. As the department manager you will be responsible for lab’s upkeeping.

Product Safety Department Manager responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Require standard knowledge needed in IEC 62368-1, IEC 61010-1 & IEC 60601-1. IEC 60335-1 is plus.
• Quoting skills for IEC 62368-1, IEC 61010-1 & IEC 60601-1 are a must. IEC 60335-1 is plus.
• Read and determine applicability of national codes and standards clauses for the EUT (equipment under test).
• Test products in accordance with standards and requirements. Core tests include, but are not limited to power input, leakage current, dielectric, temperature, stability, mechanical hazards, flammability, abnormal and single fault, IP testing and others as applicable per project and compliance requirements.
• Read and understand schematics and manufacturing instructions.
• Identify and locate test instruments and equipment required for testing and project execution & also able to set up test plans.
• Perform preliminary design reviews (PDR) both on and off site.
• Train and mentor less senior technical staff.
• Support sales in project communication with customers
  1. Attend product reviews to provide technical support.
  2. Answer technical questions.
• Review technical reports & Test plans.
• Be able to manage multiple projects.
• Manager product safety team of engineers
• Ensure the lab’s equipment is up to date. Support lab’s calibration needs for equipment.

Employee Standards:

• Support department objectives and company goals
• Be a team player.
• Sustain a positive, enthusiastic and professional attitude at all times.
• Accommodate requests with a smile and “let me see what I can do” attitude.
• Adhere to manager directives.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Arrive on time, properly dressed and prepared to work.
• Perform all duties in a timely, accurate, honest and professional manner.
  
  

​​​​​​Basic Minimum Educational Requirements:

• Four-year college degree – Engineering discipline or equivalent work experience.

​​​​​​Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum 9 years of product safety experience in Testing inspections certification laboratory specifically within combination of IEC 62368-1, IEC 61010-1 & IEC 60601-1
• Minimum 2 years of management experience.
• Should have the ability to review projects as technical reviewer.
• Can test any standard outlined above from start to finish.
• Understand how to represent the lab in external audits (A2LA, IECEE, SCC & OSHA)
• Has great depth of knowledge of IECEE rules and regulations.
• The ability to travel as business needs dictate up to 25%.
• Able to go locally to client sites for any testing when needed.

The Ideal Candidate Possesses the Following:

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Needs to be receptive to and accepting guidance from others.
• Ability to deal with difficult people and problems.
• Able to work well in a team environment.
• Able to work in a diverse group of people.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.
• Professional appearance.
• Willing to travel.

Physical Demands of Position:

• Able to sit (or stand) for long periods of time.
• Able to lift up to 30 pounds.
  
  

Position is full-time working, Monday- Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Santa Clara, CA are encouraged to apply.

• Compensation: $130,000 - $160,000
• Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA Consumer Product Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.