Associate Product Manager

Company Description

Who is Pyrotek? Pyrotek is the most successful global industrial company you’ve never heard of (until now). Pyrotek is a global leader in high temperature materials and our products impact virtually everyone in the developed world. Our global team has worked for decades to deliver new technologies, advanced engineered systems and innovative materials to customers in industries all over the world. The last car, train and plane you rode in were all safer and more energy efficient because of Pyrotek. The beverage cans in your refrigerator are lighter, stronger and infinitely recyclable because of Pyrotek. Join our team and create, improve and innovate the everyday!

Job Description

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and make a measurable impact in the global aluminum manufacturing industry?   

We are seeking an Associate Product Manager to join our team of innovators and problem-solvers. You’ll partner with Global Product Managers to create and execute strategies that increase product profitability, expand market reach, and deliver value-driven solutions to industrial customers around the world.  Experience with heavy industrial manufacturing or metallurgical exposure is ideal.  

This position is located in our downtown Spokane headquarters.  

What You’ll Do:

• Collaborate with Global Product Managers to develop strategies and execute initiatives that drive growth in industrial manufacturing.
• Lead market and product research to identify opportunities for innovation and expansion.
• Manage select manufacturing product lines—improving revenue, profitability, and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate product trials, projects, and technology transfers from concept to completion - project management.
• Deliver impactful presentations internally and at global technical conferences and trade shows.
• Support technical inquiries, vendor relations, and global marketing efforts.
• Travel domestically and internationally (up to 20%) to connect with customers, manufacturing sites, and technical teams.

Qualifications

What You Bring:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, materials science, metallurgy, or related technical field.  Experience with programming and/or CAD software and familiarity with laboratory equipment & testing methodology, and test methods, a plus!

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Strong project management and problem-solving abilities.
• Clear, persuasive communication skills—both written and verbal.
• Comfort with CAD software, data analysis tools, and MS Office Suite.
• An entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work independently and think strategically.
• Exhibit flexibility in work schedule to perform beyond a normal workday, on some occasions. Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally, by land and air, up to 20%.  Valid U.S. Passport or ability to obtain.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Be part of a global leader in innovative metals solutions.
• Collaborate with experts and thought leaders from around the world.
• Grow your career through professional development and real-world product leadership.
• Work in an environment that values integrity, innovation, and excellence.

Physical/Sensory Requirements:
The following physical activities described here are representative of those required by a team member to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation, if feasible, will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of position.

Must be able to sit for long periods-of-time, bend and reach, use stairs, lift up to 25 pounds occasionally and communicate effectively in English by telephone, in person and in writing. Effectively use a personal computer, office equipment and telephone.

Working Environment:
While performing the essential responsibilities of this position, the team member will generally work in an office environment with exposure to warehouses, manufacturing centers, and industrial environments that may present loud noise, moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, and molten substances.  Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including approved footwear, respirators, and safety glasses/goggles may be required.

Additional Information

The minimum and maximum salary range for this full-time position is $86k - $128k + benefits.   Relocation benefits may be available, if deemed applicable based on candidate location.  

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level and location.  Within the range, individual pay is determined by wo