Chimney Systems - Product Development Supervisor

The Schebler Company; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Schebler Chimney Systems is seeking a Product Development Supervisor to lead the creation of new products from concept through production. You will guide projects across engineering, design, and manufacturing, shaping ideas into market-ready solutions.

The role requires a mechanical engineering background, 5–7+ years in product development or technical project management, and a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams while communicating complex concepts clearly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• 5–7+ years in product development or technical project management.
• Experience leading projects and cross-functional teams.
• Strong mechanical/technical aptitude.
• Clear communication of complex concepts.
• Highly organized with attention to detail.
• Self-starter managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead product development projects from concept through production.
• Define project scope, timelines, and success criteria.
• Manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including Engineering, Sales, Manufacturing, Quality, and Marketing.
• Partner with vendors and suppliers to support development timelines.
• Support design efforts including modeling, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Oversee prototype development, testing, and design improvements.
• Identify risks early and develop solutions to keep projects on track.
• Drive continuous improvement in product development processes.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Mechanical

Microsoft Office

Job description

Schebler Chimney Systems is looking for a Product Development Supervisor to lead the development of new products from concept through production. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys both the technical side of engineering and the leadership side of driving projects forward.

You’ll play a key role in shaping new products, improving processes, and collaborating across teams to bring ideas to life.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you’ll:

• Lead product development projects from concept through production
• Define project scope, timelines, and success criteria
• Manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including Engineering, Sales, Manufacturing, Quality, and Marketing
• Partner with vendors and suppliers to support development timelines
• Support design efforts including modeling, drawings, and technical documentation
• Oversee prototype development, testing, and design improvements
• Identify risks early and develop solutions to keep projects on track
• Drive continuous improvement in product development processes

What Success Looks Like

• Delivering projects on time and within budget
• Launching high-quality products that meet performance and safety standards
• Creating efficient, repeatable development processes
• Building strong collaboration across teams

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree required (Mechanical Engineering preferred)
• 5–7+ years of experience in product development, engineering, or technical project management
• Experience leading projects and coordinating cross‑functional teams
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Self‑starter who can manage multiple priorities effectively

Technical Skills

• Strong planning, scheduling, and project management skills
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience with AutoCAD Mechanical is a plus

Why Schebler?

At Schebler, you’ll have the opportunity to make a direct impact on the products we bring to market. You’ll work alongside a collaborative team while having the autonomy to lead projects and drive innovation.

This role is also positioned for growth, with the opportunity to build and lead a team as the function expands.

If you enjoy solving problems, leading projects, and seeing ideas turn into real products, we’d love to connect.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements. The Schebler Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.