Product Safety Certifier

Employment Status:
Regular

Time Type:
Full time

BUILDING A WORLD CLASS TEAM STARTS WITH YOU

At the heart of CSA Group is a vision: making the world a better, safer, more sustainable place. It's been part of our mission for nearly one hundred years: from the first engineering standard for railway bridges developed in 1919, to more than 3,500 standards, codes & related products today.

Headquartered in Canada, with a global footprint of more than 30 labs and offices across Europe, Asia and North America, CSA Group tests, inspects and certifies a wide range of products - from every day househould items to leading edge technology-to meet exacting requirements for safety, performance and environmental impact.

Our employees take pride in making a difference in people's lives through the work that we do. We're looking for people like you to help make it happen.

Job Summary:
Under direct supervision of a qualified Certifier, completes certification projects and related tasks primarily of a non-complex nature. Makes assisted technical decisions based on knowledge, training and experience on certification and testing to maintain the integrity of CSA Global Certification programs.

Responsibilities:
Performance- Handles a narrow spectrum of projects generating moderate revenue levels- Demonstrates a good understanding of the company certification process, accreditation requirements and governing quality management procedures.- Demonstrates understanding of and the ability to accurately perform all elements of evaluation (contract review, evaluation and determine a test plan) under supervision.- Demonstrates understanding of all elements involved in testing for specific standards (select proper tests, understand past fail criteria and rational) under supervision.- Conducts construction evaluation, ensuring the unit complies with the construction section of the standard; identifies rationale for compliance or non-compliance.- Collaborates with Lab Technician to create a work order which test are required; the order of the tests and the number of samples required.- Classifies product by use, environment and function. Determines the applicable requirements/test/standard. Determines sample requirements and method/location for testing evaluation best suited to customers' needs. Conducts pre-assessment with mentor assistance, of equipment to ensure the unit is equipped with the proper components and agrees with the construction indicated on the work order and submittal information.- Works with mentor to ensure completion or projects within time frame deadlines. With mentor assistance, evaluates products against requirements of national and/or international standards. With assistance, prepares work orders for the test program. Works in collaboration with Lab personnel to determine applicable tests. Assists test personal and perform test when required.- Prepares Findings Communications, Certification reports, Certificates of Compliance and other related CSA documentation for the mentor.

Customer- As appropriate, suggests to sales team new client opportunities to support growth- Prepares project quotations for cost and time. Classifies product by use, environment and function. Determines applicable requirements/test/standards. With supervision, determines sample requirements and method/location for testing/evaluation best suited to customers’ needs.- Explains the different product certification programs available to clients and the requirements for control of production.- Provides client feedback to mentor, Manager, Team Leader, Project Holder or Sales Rep as appropriate.

Testing- Performs within established DQD guidelines.- Prepares Test Lab Work Orders and Special Testing Documentation.-
- Set-ups and operates all test equipment within an assigned product area with supervision.- Demonstrates an understanding of the test method for common tests and ability to correctly specify a test plan.- Demonstrates the ability to record and report evaluation, tests and calculations capturing all relevant data required by each standard with supervision.- Conducts witness test programs at manufacturer’s accredited laboratory as needed with supervision.

Self Development- Strives to become more knowledgeable in national/international standards through research of standards, documentation, bulletins and technical articles in area of specialty. Participates in formal, informal, and team training events to expand his / her Certifier capabilities.- Seeks to understand and plan for own development needs in line with this competency matrix and the tests they are assigned to perform- Performs other duties as assigned by mentor, Manager, Team Leader, or Project Manager.

Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 0 - 2 years of job related experience or- Certified Engineering Technologist, Journeyman Electrician or equivalent industry experience with likely 3 years of related experience- Knowledge of Laboratory instru