Product and Project Manager with LDPI

Edison Report; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Excellent benefits

Growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading lighting solutions provider in Eau Claire is seeking a Product and Project Manager to drive the full product lifecycle and lead cross-functional initiatives. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of product management experience, a strong technical background, and excellent collaborative skills. This onsite full-time role offers competitive pay and growth opportunities in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in product and/or project management.
• Proven success managing the product lifecycle.
• Collaborative and solutions-oriented mindset.
• Strong technical acumen relevant to the role.
• Analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Professional certifications in project management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive the full product lifecycle from concept to launch.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives for efficient development.
• Oversee project timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Translate customer insights into actionable product strategies.
• Monitor performance metrics for product improvement.
• Champion innovation and uphold product standards.

Skills

Product lifecycle management

Cross-functional collaboration

Project oversight

Customer insights translation

Performance monitoring

Technical acumen

Analytical skills

Certification (PMP, Scrum, Agile)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or Product Design

Master’s degree (MBA or technical discipline)

Tools

CAD

ERP systems

PLM systems

Job description

LDPI, Inc., headquartered in Eau Claire, WI provides hazardous location and specialty industrial lighting. We are hiring a strategic, execution-focused Product and Project Manager to lead new product development and cross-functional initiatives that will define our next phase of growth.

What You’ll Do

• Drive the full product lifecycle – from initial concept and market research to design, launch, and continuous improvement. You’ll own the roadmap, aligning innovation with customer needs and LDPI’s strategic goals.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives by collaborating closely with engineering, sales, marketing, and manufacturing teams to ensure smooth communication, efficient development, and successful project execution.
• Oversee complex projects with precision, managing budgets, resources, and timelines to ensure milestones are met and deliverables exceed expectations.
• Translate customer insights into actionable strategies, turning feedback and market trends into next-generation lighting products and solutions that define industry standards.
• Monitor performance metrics and key deliverables, analyzing data to optimize results, improve efficiency, and drive continuous product and process improvement.
• Champion innovation and quality, ensuring LDPI’s products continue to meet the highest standards for performance, safety, and reliability in demanding industrial environments.

What You Bring

• 5+ years of experience in product and/or project management, ideally within manufacturing, industrial technology, or a related technical field where precision and performance matter.
• Proven success managing the entire product lifecycle, including concept development, design coordination, launch, and post-launch evaluation.
• A collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset, with the ability to communicate clearly, influence across teams, and keep projects moving efficiently.
• Strong technical acumen, with familiarity in tools such as CAD, ERP, or PLM systems – helping you bridge the gap between engineering and business objectives.
• Analytical and strategic thinking skills, enabling you to make data-driven decisions that enhance product performance and profitability.
• Bonus points for professional certifications, such as PMP, Scrum, or Agile methodologies, which demonstrate your ability to lead complex projects using modern management frameworks.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or Product Design (or equivalent experience in a related field).
• Master’s degree (MBA or technical discipline) preferred, showcasing advanced expertise in business strategy, innovation, or engineering principles.

Why LDPI?

• Join a trusted, growing company with decades of experience designing and manufacturing high-performance lighting solutions for challenging industrial and hazardous environments.
• Work on meaningful products that make a visible impact – powering industries, protecting workers, and improving operational safety across the globe.
• Collaborate with talented professionals who are passionate about quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
• Enjoy competitive pay, excellent benefits, and growth opportunities, with room to make your mark as part of a forward-thinking organization that values your ideas and initiative.

Candidates must be able to commute or relocate prior to starting as this is an onsite full time position.