Senior Product Development Manager Jobs in Ohio
Senior Product Development Manager jobs in Ohio are consistently active, with strong demand across the state's manufacturing, consumer goods, and medical device sectors and openings at every level from newly promoted managers through seasoned directors overseeing full product lifecycles. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor most of the hiring, where established employers like Procter & Gamble, Parker Hannifin, and Cardinal Health maintain deep product development operations. The most sought-after specialties in Ohio are stage-gate process management, cross-functional team leadership in regulated industries, and hardware-software integration for industrial and healthcare products. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Senior Product Development Chemist
Arclin has an immediate opening for an on-site Senior Product Development Chemist in Cleveland, OH.
About Arclin:
You can find Arclin everywhere. Our technologies make homes and transportation safer, help crops flourish, keep water clean, protect first responders and members of the military, and preserve the purity of essential pharmaceuticals. These vital, everyday products can't fail, and we’re here to give the world an extra layer of performance and peace of mind.
With ~4,000 team members across more than 30 global manufacturing facilities, we operate with the scale to make a global impact and the agility to solve complex challenges at the molecular level. Rooted in scientific discovery and innovation, Arclin’s materials redefine performance across industries - from Firepoint®’s patented intumescent technology that helps stall flames and save lives to the iconic Kevlar® and Nomex® brands trusted to protect those who serve, strengthen aerospace and industrial systems, and perform where reliability and safety are top of mind.
As we expand our mission‑critical materials portfolio and shape the next era of performance technologies, we’re looking for people who want to grow, lead, and solve the challenges others can’t. Together, we’ll advance the innovations that keep the world moving. Because at Arclin, our people are truly Vital Beyond Measure.
Arclin is currently looking to fill a Scientist position at our Cleveland, OH location. Reporting to the Innovation Program Manager, this position is responsible for designing, executing, analysis and documentation of new product development and research associated with innovative chemistry-based products and solutions which support Arclin’s product development strategy in the rubber chemical dispersions area. This position is also responsible for developing technology strategies within the Dispersions market segment while providing leadership in developing technical solutions to customer process issues and managing technical service and application lab resources on a North American basis.
Senior Product Development Chemist Responsibilities:
- Assists the Business and/or Technical Directors with the development, implementation and deployment of an approved technology strategy for each market segment
- Identify and recommend optimum resource deployment, including lab activity, in support of the respective strategy
- Integrates the innovative thinking of direct reports, peers, project team members into decisions which benefit project outcomes, while building the capabilities of team members
- Creates a team environment conducive to innovation; sustains team members’ focus on time/cost/quality outcomes while delivering innovative solutions
- Ensures that project work occurs in compliance with all Arclin policies and procedures including HSE and regulatory requirements
- Achieves project or defined sub-set of departmental objectives within agreed time, cost, and quality parameters.
- Gains credibility with peers by delivering results which accelerate Arclin’s progress towards strategic goals, while being consistent with Arclin’s values
- Communicates with internal and external customers to ensure project plans and work in progress will meet desired outcomes
- Interfaces with Customer personnel to determine current and future technology needs and recommend appropriate action plans to the Business Region Management
- Solicits feedback from key stakeholders at regular intervals to ensure quality, cost and response time continue to meet with customer expectations
- Devises and carries out projects that target defined, strategic scientific objectives in a timely, cost-efficient, and safe manner.
- Develops and executes projects to refine Arclin rubber chemical dispersion products to capitalize on economies of scale, reduce manufacturing cost, and improve product quality.
- Provides process definition and refinement for new product industrialization and when process improvement is necessary as identified by operations.
Requirements:
- Bachelors’ degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Polymer Engineering or related field is required
- Minimum five (5) years job related experience (Prefer 10yrs+)
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Ability to coordinate activities both on site and between sites
- Strong technical knowledge of:
o Formulating and factory scale manufacturing of rubber chemical dispersions in polymer bound, wetted powder, paste, and dry liquid concentrate formats.
o Materials, compounding, and formulating for non-tire rubber products (Automotive seals, hoses, belts, wire and cable, other rubber products)
- Preferred: Hands-on experience using rubber laboratory equipment including Moving Die Rheometer (MDR), Rubber Process Analyzer (RPA), Mooney Viscometer, Universal Testing Machine (i.e., Tensile Tester), Dynamic Mechanical Analyzer (DMA), laboratory rubber mixers (Banbury and Brabender), and Two-Roll Mill
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Senior Product Development Chemist
Arclin has an immediate opening for an on-site Senior Product Development Chemist in Cleveland, OH.
About Arclin:
You can find Arclin everywhere. Our technologies make homes and transportation safer, help crops flourish, keep water clean, protect first responders and members of the military, and preserve the purity of essential pharmaceuticals. These vital, everyday products can't fail, and we’re here to give the world an extra layer of performance and peace of mind.
With ~4,000 team members across more than 30 global manufacturing facilities, we operate with the scale to make a global impact and the agility to solve complex challenges at the molecular level. Rooted in scientific discovery and innovation, Arclin’s materials redefine performance across industries - from Firepoint®’s patented intumescent technology that helps stall flames and save lives to the iconic Kevlar® and Nomex® brands trusted to protect those who serve, strengthen aerospace and industrial systems, and perform where reliability and safety are top of mind.
As we expand our mission‑critical materials portfolio and shape the next era of performance technologies, we’re looking for people who want to grow, lead, and solve the challenges others can’t. Together, we’ll advance the innovations that keep the world moving. Because at Arclin, our people are truly Vital Beyond Measure.
Arclin is currently looking to fill a Scientist position at our Cleveland, OH location. Reporting to the Innovation Program Manager, this position is responsible for designing, executing, analysis and documentation of new product development and research associated with innovative chemistry-based products and solutions which support Arclin’s product development strategy in the rubber chemical dispersions area. This position is also responsible for developing technology strategies within the Dispersions market segment while providing leadership in developing technical solutions to customer process issues and managing technical service and application lab resources on a North American basis.
Senior Product Development Chemist Responsibilities:
- Assists the Business and/or Technical Directors with the development, implementation and deployment of an approved technology strategy for each market segment
- Identify and recommend optimum resource deployment, including lab activity, in support of the respective strategy
- Integrates the innovative thinking of direct reports, peers, project team members into decisions which benefit project outcomes, while building the capabilities of team members
- Creates a team environment conducive to innovation; sustains team members’ focus on time/cost/quality outcomes while delivering innovative solutions
- Ensures that project work occurs in compliance with all Arclin policies and procedures including HSE and regulatory requirements
- Achieves project or defined sub-set of departmental objectives within agreed time, cost, and quality parameters.
- Gains credibility with peers by delivering results which accelerate Arclin’s progress towards strategic goals, while being consistent with Arclin’s values
- Communicates with internal and external customers to ensure project plans and work in progress will meet desired outcomes
- Interfaces with Customer personnel to determine current and future technology needs and recommend appropriate action plans to the Business Region Management
- Solicits feedback from key stakeholders at regular intervals to ensure quality, cost and response time continue to meet with customer expectations
- Devises and carries out projects that target defined, strategic scientific objectives in a timely, cost-efficient, and safe manner.
- Develops and executes projects to refine Arclin rubber chemical dispersion products to capitalize on economies of scale, reduce manufacturing cost, and improve product quality.
- Provides process definition and refinement for new product industrialization and when process improvement is necessary as identified by operations.
Requirements:
- Bachelors’ degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Polymer Engineering or related field is required
- Minimum five (5) years job related experience (Prefer 10yrs+)
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Ability to coordinate activities both on site and between sites
- Strong technical knowledge of:
o Formulating and factory scale manufacturing of rubber chemical dispersions in polymer bound, wetted powder, paste, and dry liquid concentrate formats.
o Materials, compounding, and formulating for non-tire rubber products (Automotive seals, hoses, belts, wire and cable, other rubber products)
- Preferred: Hands-on experience using rubber laboratory equipment including Moving Die Rheometer (MDR), Rubber Process Analyzer (RPA), Mooney Viscometer, Universal Testing Machine (i.e., Tensile Tester), Dynamic Mechanical Analyzer (DMA), laboratory rubber mixers (Banbury and Brabender), and Two-Roll Mill
#NowHiring #Hiring #SeniorProductDevelopmentChemist #ProductDevelopmentChemist #SeniorChemist #ResearchAndDevelopment #RandD #Chemistry #ChemicalIndustry #MaterialsScience #ChemicalEngineering #Innovation #ManufacturingJobs #STEMCareers #ClevelandOH #OhioJobs #Careers #JoinOurTeam
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior product development manager jobs across Ohio.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related technical field required
- Seven or more years of product development experience including direct team leadership
- Demonstrated experience managing full product lifecycle from concept through commercialization
- Proficiency with stage-gate or agile product development frameworks in a manufacturing environment
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills working with engineering, marketing, and operations teams
- Experience with regulatory or quality compliance requirements in medical device or industrial sectors
Senior Product Development Manager Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a senior product development manager in Ohio?
Most senior product development managers in Ohio reach the role through a combination of a bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a technical discipline and progressive experience in product or project management within manufacturing, consumer goods, or healthcare. Ohio employers in regulated industries such as medical devices often expect familiarity with FDA design controls or ISO quality systems. Certifications like PMP or a Pragmatic Institute credential strengthen candidacy, though no state-issued license is required for the role itself.
Which companies hire senior product development managers in Ohio?
Employers hiring senior product development managers in Ohio right now include Arclin, Lubrizol, and Shape, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Ohio's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters and large manufacturing operations means demand stays steady across both consumer and industrial product lines.
Which Ohio cities have the most senior product development manager jobs?
Solon, Trenton, and Columbus have the most senior product development manager openings in Ohio. Columbus draws volume from corporate headquarters and a growing health technology sector, Cleveland's industrial and medical device base sustains consistent demand, and Cincinnati benefits from the strong consumer goods presence anchored by companies like Procter & Gamble.
Are there remote senior product development manager jobs in Ohio?
Yes, and more than many management roles, because strategic planning, roadmap development, and cross-functional coordination can be done effectively off-site. About 67% of senior product development manager openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of August 2026. Positions requiring hands-on lab work, manufacturing floor oversight, or frequent supplier visits are more likely to be fully on-site.
How can I get hired as a senior product development manager in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is moving into the role from an adjacent position such as product engineer, project manager, or R&D team lead at an Ohio manufacturer or healthcare company. Large Ohio employers like Parker Hannifin and Cardinal Health run structured rotational and leadership development programs that place high-performing individual contributors on a management track. Building a portfolio that shows end-to-end ownership of a product launch, even a smaller one, and earning a PMP or Pragmatic Institute certification significantly improves your candidacy for first-time manager roles.
Where can I find and apply to senior product development manager jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to senior product development manager jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings across industries and experience levels. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your background, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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