Product Development Manager Jobs in Ohio
Product Development Manager jobs in Ohio are actively sought across manufacturing, consumer goods, healthcare technology, and industrial equipment sectors, with openings at every level from associate product manager through senior director. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor most of the hiring, where employers like Procter & Gamble, Parker Hannifin, and Cardinal Health have long-established product and innovation teams. Demand is strongest for candidates with backgrounds in agile product development, cross-functional team leadership, and stage-gate process management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Your Opportunity as the Lab Technician, Product Development, Coffee Research & Development
Serve as a hands-on support role within the Coffee Product Development team, helping bring new coffee products to life through product testing, sample preparation, and sensory evaluations. Conduct routine laboratory operations with inventory management responsibilities, including maintaining ingredients and supplies, ensuring material traceability, and supporting product development activities. The ideal candidate enjoys organized, detail-oriented work, thrives in a lab environment, and is passionate about supporting quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Location: Orrville, OH Corporate Offices
Work Arrangements: 100% in office (M-F)
In this role you will:
- Brew coffee samples and support quality assessments through product testing, flavor evaluation, and sensory review panels (cupping).
- Performing general lab maintenance, utilizing brewing appliances, recording data, labeling, and tracking samples.
- Order and maintain inventory of all ingredients (green coffee, flavors, etc.) for the team; manage purchase orders as necessary.
- Perform material traceability and software management within our inventory management system, CISPRO.
- Support Product Development Team in formulation initiatives by preparing experimental formulations at direction of project technical leads.
- Follow proper procedures for good laboratory practices (ensuring security, safety, GMP and quality).
- Support benchtop lab runs and assure proper testing methods are taking place in the lab and/or Pilot Research Lab (PRL).
- Perform standard operating procedures and test methods relevant to the job.
- Document, summarize, and report data from all product cuppings and studies; make special note of unexpected results or observations.
- Identify ways to improve methods and new ways to accomplish tasks leading to team efficiencies.
- Assist with customer visit and event logistics, as needed. Support Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Key Element initiatives and/or Quality programs.
What we are looking for:
Minimum Requirements:
- High School Diploma
- 5 + years laboratory experience
- Task oriented, detailed, and organized
- Strong data keeping skills (data entry and reports)
- Basic understanding of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Word
- Able to work independently and amongst a team
- Previous experience working in a laboratory environment, familiarity of good lab practices, and Serve Safe
- Work schedule will be Monday through Friday at 40 hours per week with some remote flexibility Ability to meet the physical demands of position
Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role:
- Associate's degree in Science or related field Experience with routine lab work including inventory management responsibilities
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The Right Place for You
We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs , and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.
Your Opportunity as the Lab Technician, Product Development, Coffee Research & Development
Serve as a hands-on support role within the Coffee Product Development team, helping bring new coffee products to life through product testing, sample preparation, and sensory evaluations. Conduct routine laboratory operations with inventory management responsibilities, including maintaining ingredients and supplies, ensuring material traceability, and supporting product development activities. The ideal candidate enjoys organized, detail-oriented work, thrives in a lab environment, and is passionate about supporting quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Location: Orrville, OH Corporate Offices
Work Arrangements: 100% in office (M-F)
In this role you will:
- Brew coffee samples and support quality assessments through product testing, flavor evaluation, and sensory review panels (cupping).
- Performing general lab maintenance, utilizing brewing appliances, recording data, labeling, and tracking samples.
- Order and maintain inventory of all ingredients (green coffee, flavors, etc.) for the team; manage purchase orders as necessary.
- Perform material traceability and software management within our inventory management system, CISPRO.
- Support Product Development Team in formulation initiatives by preparing experimental formulations at direction of project technical leads.
- Follow proper procedures for good laboratory practices (ensuring security, safety, GMP and quality).
- Support benchtop lab runs and assure proper testing methods are taking place in the lab and/or Pilot Research Lab (PRL).
- Perform standard operating procedures and test methods relevant to the job.
- Document, summarize, and report data from all product cuppings and studies; make special note of unexpected results or observations.
- Identify ways to improve methods and new ways to accomplish tasks leading to team efficiencies.
- Assist with customer visit and event logistics, as needed. Support Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Key Element initiatives and/or Quality programs.
What we are looking for:
Minimum Requirements:
- High School Diploma
- 5 + years laboratory experience
- Task oriented, detailed, and organized
- Strong data keeping skills (data entry and reports)
- Basic understanding of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Word
- Able to work independently and amongst a team
- Previous experience working in a laboratory environment, familiarity of good lab practices, and Serve Safe
- Work schedule will be Monday through Friday at 40 hours per week with some remote flexibility Ability to meet the physical demands of position
Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role:
- Associate's degree in Science or related field Experience with routine lab work including inventory management responsibilities
#LI-KK1
The Right Place for You
We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs , and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.
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What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in product development manager jobs across Ohio.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related technical or scientific field
- Five or more years of experience managing a product from concept through commercial launch
- Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams including engineering, marketing, and operations
- Proficiency with stage-gate or agile product development frameworks and roadmap tools
- Strong background in market analysis, voice-of-customer research, and competitive benchmarking
- Experience coordinating with regulatory, quality, or compliance functions in a manufacturing environment
Product Development Manager Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a product development manager in Ohio?
Most product development manager roles in Ohio require a bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related technical field, with a master's degree preferred at larger manufacturers. Ohio does not require a state-issued license for this role. Employers like those in Columbus's consumer goods corridor or Cleveland's industrial manufacturing cluster typically promote from project engineer, product engineer, or marketing analyst roles, rewarding candidates who add credentials like a PMP or Six Sigma certification.
Which companies hire product development managers in Ohio?
Employers hiring product development managers in Ohio right now include Nestlé USA, Arclin, and Centor, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Ohio's concentration of Fortune 500 manufacturers and consumer goods headquarters means demand for this role is spread across several major metros rather than concentrated in a single city.
Which Ohio cities have the most product development manager jobs?
Solon, Dayton, and Columbus have the most product development manager openings in Ohio. Columbus leads because of its dense consumer goods, retail technology, and healthcare innovation employers, while Cleveland and Cincinnati draw volume from industrial manufacturing giants and the established consumer products and specialty chemical companies headquartered in those regions.
Are there remote product development manager jobs in Ohio?
Yes, though availability is mixed. About 50% of product development manager openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting a role that blends desk-based strategy work with hands-on lab, factory, or supplier interaction. The planning, roadmapping, and stakeholder coordination portions of the job are most commonly performed remotely, while prototype review, manufacturing line validation, and supplier visits typically require an on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a product development manager in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into the role from a product engineer, project coordinator, or marketing analyst position at an Ohio manufacturer or consumer goods company. Employers like large consumer brands in Cincinnati and industrial equipment makers in Cleveland and Dayton run rotational associate product manager and new-grad development programs that build foundational skills across engineering, marketing, and operations. Earning a PMP certification or completing a Six Sigma Green Belt course strengthens an application from a lateral role considerably.
Where can I find and apply to product development manager jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to product development manager jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings from employers across Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and beyond. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly through each listing.
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