What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Product Manager position at Banner Recruiting?
Why Work at Banner?
For over 50 years, Banner Engineering has been at the forefront of some of the biggest industry trends, such as the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), and our photoelectric, ultrasonic, and vision sensors, LED lights and indicators, monitoring solutions, and other safety products are used by Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders worldwide. Banner is a rapidly growing company that offers many personal development opportunities, an excellent benefits package, and a collaborative team of employees who are passionate about what they do.
Position Summary
The Associate Technical Product Manager – Lighting and Safety is responsible for the tactical execution of product management activities, ensuring the successful maintenance, manufacturability, and operational efficiency of the product portfolio. This role is focused on maintaining product documentation, managing engineering changes, supporting manufacturing operations, and collaborating cross-functionally to drive product readiness.
This position reports to the Product Line Director.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Product & Documentation Management
- Maintain and update product documentation, including datasheets, Bills of Materials (BOMs), engineering specifications, and technical references.
- Ensure accurate revision control and compliance with internal product lifecycle management (PLM) processes.
- Support SKU management and rationalization initiatives to optimize product offerings.
- Manufacturing & Operations Support
- Interface with manufacturing, supply chain, and production teams to address product issues and improve manufacturability.
- Manage and track Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), deviations, and version control to maintain operational efficiency.
- Work closely with production teams to monitor product output, resolve supply chain constraints, and ensure alignment with market demand.
- Product Lifecycle & Market Maintenance
- Own product lifecycle handoffs between R&D, engineering, and production to ensure smooth transitions from development to commercialization.
- Monitor and maintain product availability, working with internal teams to resolve lead time, backlog, and fulfillment challenges.
- Collaborate with commercial and sales teams to support New Product Development (NPD) projects, ensuring alignment with operational capabilities.
- Performance & Cost Management
- Support cost-reduction initiatives, identifying and implementing product optimizations to improve margins.
- Track and address margin leakers, working with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks.
- Ensure pricing and cost structures are maintained within the product portfolio.
What You Bring to the Table
To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, and regular attendance is required. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities.
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or a related technical field.
Preferred
- 3 years of experience in product management, manufacturing operations, or engineering.
- Strong understanding of PLM systems, BOMs, ECO processes, and ERP/MRP tools.
- Excellent attention to detail, documentation skills, and process management abilities.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams while maintaining a focus on execution.
- Experience with industrial automation, safety, lighting, or connectivity products.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and supply chain optimization.
- Experience working with manufacturing, supply chain, and production teams to manage product execution.
Pay and Benefits
Banner Engineering is committed to offering competitive pay and benefits, including, but not limited to:
- 401(k) with match
- Student Loan 401(k) program
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
- HSA (Health Savings Account)
- Flexible work hours
- Life Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Pet Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
This job description reflects management’s assignment of key responsibilities; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
