Certification and Testing Manager

ProGARM Ltd; Newport; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading apparel company in Newport is looking for a Certification & Testing Manager. This hands-on role involves managing product certification, compliance, and testing, ensuring high standards of safety and innovation. The ideal candidate will work under pressure, lead R&D efforts, and must have experience in PPE certification. Offering a salary of £45,000 along with incentives and benefits, this is an opportunity to shape products and processes in a growing team.

Benefits

Performance-related incentives

22 days holiday

Free onsite parking & EV charging

Free lunch day and drinks

Qualifications

• Proven experience in PPE product certification, PPE regulation, and material testing.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage product certification and compliance, ensuring certificates are obtained within agreed timelines.
• Prepare technical files, labels, risk assessments, and user documentation.
• Liaise with suppliers, test houses, and Notified Bodies to secure required certifications.
• Monitor and maintain certificate and test report libraries.
• Support the setup and accreditation of a new in-house R&D laboratory.
• Perform or oversee material testing and maintain accurate records.

Skills

PPE product certification

PPE regulation

Material testing

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint

Proficient in Microsoft Publisher

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Certification & Testing Manager to join our growing Product Development team in Newport. Reporting to the Head of Product Development, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our products meet the highest standards of safety, compliance, and innovation.

About the Role

This is a hands-on role where you’ll take ownership of product certification, compliance, and testing. From preparing technical files and managing submissions to Notified Bodies, through to developing and maintaining a library of test reports, your work will be essential in getting products to market quickly and to the required standards.

You will also be instrumental in operating our new R&D laboratory. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys shaping processes, driving compliance, and supporting innovation.

Location & Salary

Location: East Yorkshire

Salary: £45,000 per annum + incentives & benefits

Responsibilities

• Manage product certification and compliance, ensuring certificates are obtained within agreed timelines.
• Prepare technical files, labels, risk assessments, and user documentation.
• Liaise with suppliers, test houses, and Notified Bodies to secure required certifications.
• Monitor and maintain certificate and test report libraries.
• Support the setup and accreditation of a new in-house R&D laboratory, including cost analysis, equipment sourcing, and process development.
• Perform or oversee material testing and maintain accurate records.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in PPE product certification, PPE regulation, and material testing.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong relationship management skills with suppliers and external partners.
• Confident user of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Publisher.
• A positive, proactive, and adaptable attitude – with the ability to go the extra mile.

What We Offer

• £45,000 salary per annum
• Performance-related incentives (post-probation)
• 22 days holiday
• Free onsite parking & EV charging
• Free lunch day and drinks
• A chance to make your mark in shaping a new R&D capability

Our Values

We live by our values: Responsibility, Honesty, Passion, Attitude, and Initiative. We’re looking for someone who shares these principles and wants to grow with us.

Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Quality Assurance
• Industries: Retail Apparel and Fashion