Director of Regulatory & Compliance - Pico Rivera, CA
Who We Are:
Founded and headquartered in California, Feit Electric is celebrating over 45 years as a leading global lighting and smart home brand. Through innovative design, supply chain expertise, and industry-leading technology, Feit Electric offers its customers a full portfolio of reliable lighting products, including home décor lighting collections, light fixtures, smart and feature-rich high-performance lighting solutions, Home Safety products and a full line of general household specialty light bulbs in all shapes, sizes, and configurations.
Feit Electric started with the hard work of one American family who built a thriving business on a foundation of customer obsession, nimble execution, and relentless pursuit of market disruption. It grew into a company of hundreds of hardworking employees across the United States who pride themselves on making quality lighting products widely available for everyday homes. We celebrate the richness of everyday life, real people, and hard work.
We obsess over making lighting smarter, safer, more energy-efficient, and more beautiful. Our goal is to make lighting fit seamlessly into your life so you can focus on making memories with family and friends.
What You'll Do:
Feit Electric is seeking a strategic and results-driven Director of Regulatory and Compliance to lead regulatory oversight for a broad portfolio of consumer products, including smoke alarms, lighting fixtures, smart home electronics, and other electrical devices. This role is responsible for ensuring global product compliance with all applicable safety, environmental, and legal standards, while enabling efficient product development and market access.
Regulatory Strategy & Oversight
- Lead and manage global regulatory compliance across the full range of Feit Electric’s consumer products.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable standards and agencies, including UL, ETL, FCC, DOE, CPSC, ENERGY STAR, CE, and relevant international certifications.
- Monitor and interpret changing regulatory landscapes (e.g., Prop 65, RoHS, REACH) and proactively advise the business on implications and required actions.
- Develop and maintain internal policies, controls, and reporting frameworks to support enterprise-wide compliance.
Product Certification & Market Access
- Oversee all third-party product certification activities and ensure timely approvals to support go-to-market timelines.
- Manage and maintain Multiple Listings (MLs) with NRTLs such as UL and Intertek, including coordination of private-label and OEM listing requirements.
- Collaborate closely with Engineering and Product Management to integrate compliance requirements at every phase of the product development process.
- Implement controls to restrict the shipment or sale of products into jurisdictions where specific product categories are banned or regulated at the state or local level.
Labeling, Packaging & Consumer Safety
- Ensure all product labeling, packaging, and documentation meet applicable consumer safety and regulatory requirements.
- Lead hazard assessments and regulatory risk analysis for safety-critical categories such as smoke detectors and electrical devices.
- Coordinate responses to regulatory inquiries, product recalls, or field issues in partnership with Quality and Customer Experience teams.
Environmental & Trade Compliance
- Oversee compliance with global environmental regulations including WEEE, RoHS, REACH, and California Proposition 65.
- Support international trade compliance activities including HTS classification, customs documentation, and coordination with sourcing and logistics partners.
Cross-Functional Leadership
- Serve as the regulatory compliance process owner company-wide, ensuring alignment and accountability across functions.
- Drive collaboration among Engineering, Product Management, Quality, Purchasing, and Legal to ensure early detection and resolution of compliance risks.
- Champion a bias for action in resolving regulatory challenges—driving clarity, urgency, and responsiveness.
- Lead internal training programs and elevate compliance as a core component of Feit's operational excellence and customer trust.
Audit, Inspection & Enforcement Readiness
- Prepare for and lead external audits, inspections, and investigations by regulatory agencies.
- Maintain complete regulatory documentation and ensure audit-readiness for all product families.
- Lead incident management, corrective action planning, and response strategies related to compliance violations or enforcement actions.
What You'll Need:
- Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree in Engineering, Regulatory Affairs, Legal Studies, or a related field preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in regulatory compliance for consumer electronics, lighting, or safety-related products.
- Deep expertise in U.S. and international standards, including UL 217, UL 1598, FCC Part 15/18, DOE, and Energy Star.
- Proven success managing Multiple Listings (MLs) with UL, Intertek, and similar bodies.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, influence stakeholders at all levels, and drive regulatory initiatives across the organization.
- Strong project management, communication, and documentation skills.
- RAC, CRCM, or equivalent professional certification preferred.
What You'll Get:
- A competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, and paid time off.
- Pay Data: Salary Range $125,000.00 to $140,000.00 annual salary (exempt)
Application Instructions:
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume, along with a cover letter outlining their suitability for the role and relevant achievements.
Additional Data:
The position is on site Monday through Friday in our Pico Rivera, CA office. The position does not offer relocation package. No remote work available for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Feit Electric is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
