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Product Manager - R&D / Manufacturing

Product Manager - R&D / Manufacturing

ActalentCleveland, OH, US
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R&D Project Manager

Location : Cleveland, OH (On-site)

Type : Full-Time | Direct Hire

Compensation : $160,000$185,000 base + 1015% bonus + relocation assistance

About the Role

We're looking for a Senior R&D Project Manager to lead high-impact product development initiatives in advanced quartz technologies. This role is deeply rooted in developmentnot researchand is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced, hands-on environments and has successfully scaled multi-million-dollar projects from concept to production.

You'll work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and external partners to bring next-gen high-temperature materials to life. This position directly influences the parent company's strategic growth and innovation roadmap.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead cross-functional teams to develop and scale new quartz products and processes
  • Drive product development through feasibility testing, prototyping, pilot testing, and commercialization
  • Manage external vendors and partners to accelerate development timelines
  • Apply Stage Gate methodology to guide projects from concept to high-volume manufacturing
  • Conduct cost analysis, IP generation, and technical reporting
  • Utilize Six Sigma, DOE, and statistical tools (e.g., Minitab) for process optimization and troubleshooting
  • Collaborate with global manufacturing teams to ensure seamless scale-up and production readiness

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related field
  • 12+ years of hands-on industry experience in product development and scale-up
  • Proven track record of leading $1MM+ development projects into full-scale production
  • Strong project management skills : planning, budgeting, prioritization, and risk mitigation
  • Experience working in high-temperature materials such as quartz, ceramics, polymers, steel, or battery technologies
  • Comfortable working on the production floor and in industrial environments (PPE required)
  • Skilled in thermal / mechanical modeling, FMEA, and statistical analysis

    • Preferred Skills

  • Background infusion processes, ceramic polymers, or electrical engineering
  • Experience with Stage Gate product development frameworks
  • Ability to influence across matrixed organizations and collaborate with customers and suppliers

    • Travel

  • Occasional international travel (10%)

    • Why This Role Matters

    This isn't just another R&D jobit's a chance to lead transformative product development that directly impacts the future of high-performance materials. If you're passionate about innovation, scale-up, and working at the intersection of engineering and manufacturing, we want to hear from you.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $160,000.00 - $185,000.00 / yr.

    Medical / Prescription Drug Coverage

    Dental Coverage

    Vision Coverage

    401(k) plan with Company Match

    Basic and Voluntary Life / AD&D Insurance

    Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

    Employee Assistance Program

    Wellness Program

    Tuition Reimbursement

    Employee Referral Program

    Workplace Type

    This is a fully onsite position in Richmond Heights, OH.

    Application Deadline

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2025.

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