Product Manager

Adescor; Strathroy; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-driven culture

Influence strategy

Collaborative environment

Cutting-edge automation

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Adescor in Strathroy, Ontario, seeks a Product Manager to lead the definition, development, and market success of next-generation industrial products. This on-site role reports to the General Manager and reflects ongoing investment in product innovation and growth.

The role requires leading cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, sales and service to align strategy with market opportunities and customer needs, driving product lifecycle results and customer value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of experience leading development of complex industrial products, automation systems, or engineered equipment.
• Proven ability to translate customer requirements into productive product strategies.
• Strong system-level understanding across mechanical, electrical, controls, and software.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Define and own product vision, positioning, and roadmaps aligned with business objectives and market opportunities.
• Lead cross-functional teams through the complete product lifecycle from concept through launch.
• Guide architecture decisions across mechanical, electrical, controls, and software disciplines.
• Engage directly with customers and stakeholders to understand real-world needs and feedback.
• Develop standardized product development frameworks and governance to improve execution and launch success.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

Leadership

Decision making

Customer requirements translation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical, Controls or related engineering

Tools

PLC

HMI

Integrated control systems

Job description

Get to Know Us

Adescor, backed by the manufacturing strength of Parmerit, designs and builds intelligent automation systems that help customers operate smarter, faster, and more efficiently. By combining automation, controls, engineering, and precision manufacturing under one roof, we deliver high-performance solutions for demanding production environments.

As part of a growing group that includes Parmerit Inc. and Wolfe Industrial, we offer integrated expertise in automation, machining, fabrication, and specialized equipment design from our facility in Strathroy, Ontario.

With more than 30 years of combined manufacturing expertise behind us, we are a team of problem-solvers committed to quality, accountability, and delivering practical solutions that drive our customers' success.

The Opportunity

Adescor is seeking a Product Manager that will be responsible for leading the definition, development, and market success of our next generation of industrial products. This is a strategic leadership role with accountability for product outcomes across strategy, architecture, development, commercialization, and early market adoption.

This role in on-site position and reporting to the General Manager.

This is a newly created reflecting our continued investment in product innovation and long-term growth.

The final wage will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and overall qualifications.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Product Strategy & Definition

• Define and own product vision, positioning, and roadmaps aligned with business objectives and market opportunities.
• Translate customer insights, market trends, and industry requirements into actionable product requirements and development priorities.
• Balance commercial viability, technical feasibility, and long-term scalability when making product decisions.
• Establish clear product requirements to drive alignment across engineering, manufacturing, sales, and service teams.

End-to-End Product Development Leadership

• Lead cross-functional teams through the complete product lifecycle, from concept development through launch and field adoption.
• Guide critical system architecture decisions across mechanical, electrical, controls, and software disciplines.
• Implement structured design reviews, validation activities, and performance testing to ensure product quality and reliability.
• Ensure development programs remain aligned to timing, budget, performance, and customer expectations.

Customer-Centric Innovation

• Engage directly with customers, partners, and stakeholders to understand real-world application needs.
• Drive product design decisions that improve usability, reliability, performance, and customer value.
• Lead pilot deployments and leverage field feedback to support rapid iteration and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Champion a customer-first mindset throughout the product development process.

Product Development Excellence

• Develop and implement standardized product development frameworks, governance, and best practices.
• Strengthen organizational capability by improving consistency in product definition, execution, and launch processes.
• Foster collaboration between engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, sales, and service functions.
• Drive a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Market Launch & Product Performance

• Ensure operational readiness across manufacturing, supply chain, and service functions before product launch.
• Partner with commercial teams on product positioning, customer enablement, and launch strategies.
• Monitor product performance in the field and lead rapid resolution of issues affecting customer satisfaction.
• Support long-term product success through continuous product improvement initiatives.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of experience leading the development of complex industrial products, automation systems, or engineered equipment.
• Demonstrated success bringing new products from concept through commercialization and market adoption.
• Strong system-level understanding across mechanical, electrical, controls, and software disciplines.
• Proven ability to translate customer requirements into successful product strategies and technical solutions.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to balance market opportunities, technical requirements, and operational considerations.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.
• Experience working directly with customers, commercial teams, and external partners
• Experience in industrial equipment, automation, manufacturing systems, or pipe processing technologies.
• Familiarity with PLC, HMI, and integrated control system environments.
• Experience supporting products in multi-region or global markets.
• Knowledge of product lifecycle management, stage-gate methodologies, and product governance frameworks.

Why Join Us

At Adescor / Parmerit, you will be part of a team that values performance, collaboration, and growth:

• Results-driven culture built on accountability, ownership, and execution
• Opportunities to influence strategy, key decisions, and business outcomes
• Collaborative environment where your ideas and expertise are valued
• Work on cutting-edge industrial automation and engineered system solutions
• Be part of a high-performing, technically driven team committed to excellence
• Influence projects from concept through design, build, and deployment
• Take on a high-impact role with visibility across engineering and leadership teams
• Join a growing organization focused on innovation, continuous improvement, and customer success
• Access ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
• Make meaningful, tangible contributions that directly impact customers and the business
• Build a rewarding, long-term career with a company invested in your success

AI Disclosure

We do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) or automated tools in our recruitment or selection process. All applications are reviewed and assessed directly by our hiring team.

Disclaimer

Adescor. is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process in accordance with Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require a specific accommodation, please contact Human Resources.