Product Technologist
Listed on 2026-09-24
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Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Location: Shoreham-by-Sea (Hybrid)-
Department: Product Compliance
Would you like to join a fast-growing (200+ staff), exceptionally brilliant global company?
Do you have experience working within the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), consumer products, giftware, toys, retail products or manufacturing industry?
Do you have experience ensuring products meet safety, quality and regulatory compliance standards throughout the product development lifecycle?
Do you want the chance to work at an award-winning, globally recognised company who partner with brands such as Disney, Warner Bros, Netflix, Nintendo, Minecraft & many more?
If so, we want you to join our Product Compliance team and become part of our journey.
Who are Paladone & WeCool?Paladone is an award winning global wholesale giftware company, creating innovative lifestyle products that put a smile on customers' faces worldwide. Alongside our own branded ranges, we work with some of the world's most recognisable licenses, including Disney, Harry Potter, Marvel and DC Comics.
In recognition of our continued growth, culture and international success, Paladone was proud to be named Employer of the Year and International Business of the Year at the 2025 Sussex Business Awards.
WeCool Toys is a global designer and manufacturer of dynamic toys, crafts and compounds, managing endtoend production, packaging and distribution. As part of Paladone Group Holdings, WeCool plays a key role in our international growth strategy.
The opportunity:We are looking for a talented and experienced Product Technologist to join our Product Compliance team.
Reporting to the Head of Global Product Compliance, you will manage the safety and legislative aspects of product development, ensuring products meet all applicable UK, EU and Global standards and regulations.
This is a hands-on role that combines technical expertise, product testing, stakeholder management and regulatory compliance.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Product Technologist to play a key role in ensuring Paladone's products meet all applicable safety, legislative and quality requirements.
Working closely with Product Development, Design, Supply Chain, Logistics, Suppliers and external laboratories, you will support products from concept through to launch and beyond, helping to maintain the highest standards of product integrity and compliance
What are key duties of the role?Product Development & Compliance
Partner with Product Development teams during concept stages to assess compliance requirements and testing implications.
Identify product risks and recommend practical solutions to support commercial development.
Review samples to assess safety, quality and legislative compliance.
Advise on packaging requirements, labelling, symbols and mandatory product information.
Approve products against applicable UK, EU and global regulations.
Testing & Product Approval
Define testing requirements and work closely with external laboratories.
Liaise with suppliers and factories regarding product testing programmes.
Monitor testing schedules and communicate progress across departments.
Ensure all products are appropriately tested and compliant before shipment approval.
Manage ongoing compliance activities, including test renewals and expiry tracking.
Technical Documentation & Legislation
Complete Safety Assessments and GPSR risk assessments.
Create and maintain technical files and compliance documentation.
Read and interpret laboratory test reports.
Complete customer declarations and technical submissions.
Upload and manage compliance documentation on customer portals.
Keep abreast of changes to UK, EU and global legislation and communicate impacts internally.
Product Safety & Continuous Improvement
Respond to customer compliance enquiries.
Investigate product quality and safety concerns.
Support corrective action initiatives and compliance improvements.
Act as a key contact for Trading Standards and other regulatory bodies.
Support environmental compliance activities including WEEE, batteries and packaging regulations.
What we need you to bring to the team:Experience working within an FMCG, consumer products, giftware, toy, manufacturing or retail products environment.
Experience working within Product Compliance, Product Safety, Product Testing or a similar technical role.
Strong understanding of product safety legislation and compliance requirements.
Knowledge of regulations including , but not limited to, EN71, EMC, RoHS , REACH, ASTM, CPSC, CPSIA, Cal…
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