We are an established manufacturer of premium commercial equipment with a long history of engineering innovation, is seeking a
Compliance & Laboratory Manager to join their team in Denver, Colorado. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced compliance professional to lead product certification, quality systems, and laboratory operations while partnering closely with engineering to bring innovative products to market.
What You'll Do as the Compliance & Laboratory Manager:- Lead the organization's regulatory compliance programs across applicable industry standards and certification requirements
- Manage laboratory operations, testing activities, equipment calibration, and certification readiness
- Develop and maintain quality management systems, compliance procedures, and internal controls
- Serve as the primary contact for regulatory agencies, certification organizations, and external auditors
- Drive audit preparation, risk assessments, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Product Development teams to ensure compliance is integrated throughout the product lifecycle
- Lead laboratory personnel while promoting a culture of safety, quality, and accountability
- Monitor regulatory changes and implement updates to maintain ongoing compliance
- Track compliance metrics and communicate performance and recommendations to leadership
Must-Haves as the Compliance & Laboratory Manager:- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Regulatory Affairs, or a related technical field
- 5-8+ years of experience in regulatory compliance, quality, or laboratory management
- Experience managing audits, regulatory inspections, and compliance programs
- Strong knowledge of industry standards such as UL, ISO, ANSI, ASTM, OSHA, or similar regulatory frameworks
- Previous leadership experience within a laboratory, quality, or technical environment
- Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation
Nice-to-Haves as the Compliance & Laboratory Manager:- Experience managing ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratories
- Certified Quality Manager, ISO Lead Auditor, or similar professional certification
- Experience within manufacturing, electronics, refrigeration, or other regulated product industries
- Familiarity with SolidWorks or other 3D CAD software
- Knowledge of refrigeration systems or commercial equipment products
This role Offers:- Competitive base salary of $80,500-$85,000
- Annual profit-sharing bonus opportunity
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Stable, growing manufacturing organization with a collaborative culture
- Opportunity to work alongside an experienced engineering leadership team
- Professional development and long-term career growth
- The ability to directly influence product quality, compliance, and innovation
