Testing Specialist - Product Compliance

ABOUT THE BRAND:

Callaway Golf is the leading manufacturer of premium golf clubs, balls, performance gear and accessories worldwide. Through an unwavering commitment to innovation, we push the limits of performance and create demonstrably superior products designed to make every golfer a better golfer.

Our company is a blend of experience and diverse backgrounds, and together we look to move the game forward, and we want top-notch people to join us in that mission!

By joining Callaway Golf, you also join part of the portfolio of brands within Topgolf Callaway Brands, an unrivaled tech-enabled Modern Golf and active lifestyle company delivering leading golf equipment, apparel, and entertainment, with a portfolio of global brands including Topgolf, Callaway Golf, TravisMathew, Toptracer, Odyssey, OGIO, Jack Wolfskin, and World Golf Tour (“WGT”). “Modern Golf” is the dynamic and inclusive ecosystem that includes both on-course and off-course golf. For more information, please visit https://www.topgolfcallawaybrands.com

Drive and execute the Product Compliance with the direction from Headquarters in Germany and across corporate brands. Acts as the local liaison to suppliers for products compliance and corrective action corroboration. Works with business units and brands to support product compliance needs. Work closely with Headquarters in Germany to safeguard products compliance through testing programs. Coordinate with EH&S team for (Environmental Health and Safety) across all brands in the company. Drive products compliance initiates and programs.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviewing suppliers’ RSL programs to ensure Reasonable Testing Programs have been implemented.
• To arrange and follow up on the U.S tests, ensure products comply with U.S market requirements.
• To execute random testing program of ready-made garments for all products categories.
• To support suppliers for testing on the suppliers’ sourced and local materials. Perform investigation and root cause analysis to the failed materials, work for solutions for short, mid and long terms.
• Educating suppliers on RSL and chemical management requirements and best practices.
• Benchmarking suppliers, including Tier 2 and Tier 3 suppliers, against best practices.
• Building a strong relationship across business functions and brands for products compliance execution and programs.
• Training suppliers on product compliance’s expectations.
• Supporting products testing as a liaison between the suppliers and 3rd party laboratories, establishing test plans and selecting samples from the supplier. Support on the tasks related to bluesign: communicate with non-bluesign suppliers and accompany them to their way to bluesign
• Support Superiors for relevant task and project, and any task direct from management.
• Ability to work in international environment and structure.
• Adaptable to a dynamic environment.
• Have a sustainable mindset and positive attitude.
• Travel, domestic and international as required by business needs.

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Textile, or chemistry (general and organic).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in textile and garment test for European or US brands, working experience in testing laboratories.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Deep knowledge of the US test requirements, chemical test processes.
• Excellent knowledgeable in RSL rules and regulations, such as REACH, POP, Prop 65, CPSIA, CPS and China GB standards.
• Excellent knowledgeable in regional and industry standards and best practices, such as OekoTex, Bluesign, AATCC standards…….
• Proficiency with MS Office Programs, Good excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Ability to influence others with a positive attitude.
• Develop collaborative working relationships.
• Frequent travel, ability to work efficiently in manufacturing site in different countries.
• Strong communication and structural skill set.
• Growth mindset and positive attitude.

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DE&I and EEOC:

Inclusion & Diversity: As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, supporting them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

If your experience is close to what we’re looking for, please consider applying. Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. We know that diverse backgrounds and experiences make for the best problem-solving and creative thinking, which is why we’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team and encourage everyone to apply. We look forward to learning more about you.

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