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Abbott

Product Safety Specialist

South Portland, ME · On-site

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ASM

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Eurofins

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Santa Clara, CA · On-site

Product Safety Engineerresponsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Summary of ... Adhere to manager directives. * Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor. * Perform all ...

Crayola LLC

Product Safety Specialist

Easton, PA

Product Safety Specialist, Easton, PA GENERAL SUMMARY: Provides regulatory and technical support ... Manage the Micro lab and assures compliance with EH&S and safety regulations. JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

Milwaukee Tool

Product Safety Engineer

Brookfield, WI · On-site

Advise Project Leaders, Product Managers, Design Engineers, and Reliability Engineers regarding safety requirements including tests and design constraints to minimize risk of injury and/or property ...

Herc Rentals

Safety Manager

Boston, MA · On-site

$115K - $145K/yr

Proactively applies knowledge of safety regulations/standards as well as policies and procedures, as well as knowledge of company products and services. Assists other Safety Managers as needed and ...

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How much do product safety manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for product safety manager in the United States is $47.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.48 and $57.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical challenges faced by a product safety manager, and how are they addressed within a team setting?

Product Safety Managers often encounter challenges such as keeping up with evolving regulations, addressing product recalls, and navigating cross-functional communication. To address these, they work closely with engineering, compliance, and quality assurance teams to ensure all safety standards are met throughout the product lifecycle. Regular team meetings, thorough documentation, and ongoing training are key strategies used to stay proactive and resolve issues efficiently. Open communication and collaboration are essential to quickly identify risks and implement corrective actions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a product safety manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Product Safety Manager, you need expertise in regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and product safety standards, typically supported by a degree in engineering, science, or a related field. Familiarity with product safety management systems, incident reporting tools, and certifications such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or equivalent is often required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help drive collaboration and ensure compliance. These skills and qualities are essential for proactively identifying hazards, ensuring regulatory adherence, and protecting both consumers and the company’s reputation.

What is the difference between Product Safety Manager vs Quality Assurance Specialist?

AspectProduct Safety ManagerQuality Assurance Specialist
CertificationsISO 45001, CSP, OSHA certificationsASQ CQE, Six Sigma, ISO 9001
Work EnvironmentManufacturing, consumer products, regulatory agenciesManufacturing, software, healthcare, service industries
Employer & Industry UsageProduct safety compliance, risk managementProcess improvement, defect prevention

The Product Safety Manager focuses on ensuring products meet safety standards and regulations, managing risks associated with product use. In contrast, the Quality Assurance Specialist concentrates on maintaining product quality through testing and process improvements. Both roles require similar certifications and often work within manufacturing or consumer industries, but their primary goals differ: safety compliance versus quality enhancement.

What does a product safety manager do?

A product safety manager oversees the development and implementation of safety protocols to ensure products meet regulatory standards and are safe for consumers. They conduct risk assessments, investigate safety incidents, and collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to address potential hazards, often requiring knowledge of safety regulations and certification processes.
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Infographic showing various Product Safety Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,772 per year, or $47.5 per hour.

Product Safety Manager, Veterinary Pharmacovigilance

Elanco Animal Health Incorporated

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

50th of 86 rated pharmaceutical

Job description

At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) - it all starts with animals!
As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose - all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People.
At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you'll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.
Making animals' lives better makes life better - join our team today!
Position Description:
The Product Safety Manager provides indirect leadership for and performs key functions within the Elanco Animal Health Global Pharmacovigilance Unit.
The individual provides implementation and support to internal and external partners in analysis, interpretation and reporting of adverse event (AE) data. In addition, the individual is responsible for collaborating with PV colleagues to maintain a comprehensive signal management program to ensure product safety at a global level.
This individual works effectively and flexibly within and across Elanco teams and external collaborators to achieve Elanco pharmacovigilance deliverables.
Functions, Duties, Tasks:
Technical duties:
  • Acts as subject matter expert of commercially available PV tools to further enhance the signal management process in Elanco.
  • Responsible for review, and analysis of individual case reports, aggregate safety data, signal detection, and risk management activities concerning the product portfolio.
  • Evaluates and interprets aggregate safety data for aggregate reports, signal management activities, Risk Management Plans, other labeling documentation and other routine and non-routine safety and benefit-risk evaluations for internal or regulatory purposes as required.
  • Represents Elanco in the preparation and participation of internal and external pharmacovigilance audits and inspections.
  • Ability to independently prioritize to ensure the objectives are achieved on time with efficient use of resources.
    • Staying current and providing forwarding thinking on signal management including interrogating external databases (e.g. open FDA, EVVET) to improve statistical power
    • Acts as a coach/mentor to provide expertise to other team members and external customers as applicable
    • Lead the technical review and interpretation of scientific data for assigned products as required. Network with and provide guidance to teams working on new product development, global marketing, and hypercare teams
  • Is accountable for bringing suspected safety concerns, potential trends and signals to the appropriate safety committee, and making recommendations for risk mitigation/management.
  • Responsible for the preparation, interpretation and presentation of drug safety aggregate data reports, to internal and external customers and global regulatory authorities as required.
  • Leads or contributes to PV projects to assure safety information drives labelling and promotional material changes for currently marketed products, as required.
  • Leads training of less experienced internal and cross-functional team members, encouraging them to be successful and productive.
  • Able to summarize and present complex technical information succinctly to encourage increased understanding and contributions from others.
  • Contribute to the furthering of Pharmacovigilance Signal Management within the company by staying abreast of state-of-the-art methodology in the external environment, changes in the regulatory environment and developments. Applies this knowledge for the benefit of the function.

Additional Expectations:
  • Comply with all company local and global policies, including Quality frameworks, Code of Conduct, Corporate Citizenship, anti-discrimination, harassment, and Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) policies
  • Create a positive work environment that is aligned with company objectives, visibly aligns work with company goals and encourages others to do the same.
  • Develops and drives the technical capabilities of self and team to improve PV decision making, particularly in areas of ambiguity. Remains calm and productive when dealing with problems that do not have clear solutions, adapts quickly to changing conditions.
  • Support colleagues at affiliate sites to ensure pharmacovigilance compliance.
  • Perform any other duties or projects as requested by the Line Manager commensurate with the grade and level of responsibility for this role, for which the employee has the necessary experience and/or training.

Minimum Qualification (education, experience and/or training, required certifications):
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), or PhD or equivalent experience.
  • A minimum of five years in clinical veterinary practice or animal health experience
  • Ability to evaluate large databases and design a system to extract datasets relevant to a variety of business needs.
  • Experience in interpretation of regulations, guidelines, and policies preferred

Additional Preferences:
  • A minimum of five years of PV experience in an animal health environment

Other Information:
  • Travel: up to 10%

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!
Elanco Benefits and Perks:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include:
  • Multiple relocation packages
  • Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)
  • 8-week parental leave
  • 9 Employee Resource Groups
  • Annual bonus offering
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Up to 6% 401K matching

Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status
Elanco may use automated tools, including AI, to support parts of our recruitment process, such as reviewing applications against job-related criteria and/or transferrable skills. These tools help ensure a consistent, structured evaluation, but they do not make hiring decisions. All decisions involve a human reviewer. For more information on how we handle personal data, please see our Elanco Workforce Privacy Notice.
Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status
Elanco may use automated tools, including AI, to support parts of our recruitment process, such as reviewing applications against job-related criteria and/or transferrable skills. These tools help ensure a consistent, structured evaluation, but they do not make hiring decisions. All decisions involve a human reviewer. For more information on how we handle personal data, please see our Elanco Workforce Privacy Notice.

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