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Product Manager – Pressure Measurement & Instrumentation

Kurt J Lesker Company

Jefferson Hills, PA

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Business Plan, Communication Skills, Corrective Action, Cost Control, Customer Support/Service, Disability Insurance, Document Management, Electrical Components, Electrical Engineering, Electromechanics, Gross Margin, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Identify Issues, Instrumentation, Knowledge Management, Leadership, Life Insurance, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Market Trend Analysis, Marketing, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering, Online Marketing, Partner Sales, Pricing, Product Development, Product Engineering, Product Management, Product Marketing, Product Planning, Product Positioning, Product Strategy, Product Support, Product/Service Launch, Profit & Loss, Profit & Loss Management, Reduction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS), Resolve Customer Issues, Sales Closing Skills, Sales Forecasting, Sales Tools, Sales Training, Semiconductors, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Supply Chain, Sustainability, System Integration (SI), Team Player, Technical Sales, Technical Training, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Web Design, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Jefferson Hills, PA
POSTED
1 day ago
Kurt J. Lesker Company is seeking a Product Manager focused on Pressure Measurement & Instrumentation—someone with deep product ownership experience in physical instrumentation, not software-only products. This role owns the strategy, lifecycle, and commercial success of our vacuum gauging and instrumentation portfolio, supporting internal teams and customers across highly technical applications.

Job Details:  
  • Type of Employment: Full-time, Permanent
  • Location: Jefferson Hills, PA (South of Pittsburgh, PA)
  • Division/Department: Vac Mart/Product Management  
  • Reports to: Business Segment Manager
Responsibilities:
  • Apply mechanical and electrical engineering principles and system integration knowledge to support product development and troubleshoot technical issues
  • Ownership of end‑to‑end profit and loss (P&L) management for the product line, including pricing, cost control, and margin optimization
  • Own the product strategy and roadmap for Pressure Measurement and instrumentation products
  • Serve as the technical and market expert for the product line—understanding principles of operation, applications, competitive positioning, and customer needs.
  • Partner with Sales, Engineering, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Service to support product success from development through end‑of‑life
  • Drive the creation of website and marketing content for use across digital and traditional channels 
  • Lead new product introductions and enhancements through the Innovation process based on market demand and technology trends
  • Develop and deliver technical training and sales enablement tools
  • Support key customer engagements and assist sales in closing complex, technical opportunities
  • Collaborate with Supply Chain on inventory strategy, service levels, and disposition of slow‑moving or obsolete inventory
  • Manage key supplier relationships and identify new sourcing options when needed
  • Take a leadership role in resolving customer issues,  Corrective Action Request (CARs), and quality concerns related to the product line.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance (e.g., CE, RoHS, ISO) and manage documentation 
  • Participate in business planning, including sales forecasts, gross margin commitments, and cost control
Qualifications
Required
  • 5 years’ experience in Product Management, Engineering, or Technical Sales for Electro-mechanical products
  • Strong background in pressure measurement, instrumentation, sensors, or electro-mechanical products
  • Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent hands‑on industry experience
  • High level of technical competence and ability to communicate complex concepts clearly
  • Comfortable working cross‑functionally in a manufacturing environment
  • Willingness to support overnight and international travel
Preferred
  • Experience within the vacuum industry or closely related markets
  • Exposure to integrated systems combining mechanical, electrical, and digital components
  • Educational background or work experiences emphasizing chemical or materials science principles
Why Kurt J. Lesker Company:  
Kurt J. Lesker Company is a global leader in vacuum technology and advanced manufacturing, supporting critical industries such as semiconductor, aerospace, medical, and optical. With more than 70 years of innovation, we offer employees the opportunity to contribute to cutting edge technologies in a collaborative, mission driven environment. 

We offer:  
  • Competitive compensation 
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance 
  • 401(k) with employer match 
  • Paid time off and employee recognition programs 
  • Onsite gym, wellness programs, and walking trails 
  • Electric vehicle charging stations and sustainability initiatives 
  • A collaborative, people-first culture 
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Kurt J Lesker Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.  KJLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities (unless doing so will result in undue hardship). If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to our human resources department at hr@lesker.com or call (412) 387-9200 to provide the nature of your request.   


 

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