Product Manager- Forming & Dryer

Asten Johnson Holdings•Charleston, SC

About The Position

AstenJohnson is seeking a Product Manager to guide its Forming and Dryer product lines, support profitable growth, and bring new products from development through successful field application. The role connects customer and field needs with product design, manufacturing, sales, and continuous improvement. It also involves training and coaching field personnel on product applications and supporting product trials. The position manages product-line strategy and performance, leads development and launch projects, supports field and site operations, and contributes to commercial planning and marketing activities. The successful candidate will follow safe work practices and support ethical and environmentally responsible operations. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. AstenJohnson does not provide employment visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future. AstenJohnson is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to the protected characteristics listed in the posting.

Requirements

At least 10 years of experience in papermaking, paper machine clothing, or a related field.
Strong knowledge of Forming and Dryer fabric design, applications, and manufacturing, including weaving, heat-setting, seaming, and finishing.
An understanding of polymer chemistry and papermaking fundamentals.
Ability to explain technical products to field teams and support them through trials and customer follow-up.
Sound commercial judgment and ability to work across technical, manufacturing, sales, and marketing teams.
Must be authorized to work in the United States; employment visa sponsorship is not provided.

Nice To Haves

A college degree in business, engineering, paper, textiles, or a related science is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage assigned Forming and Dryer product lines with a focus on growth, profitability, and market needs.
Lead new and advanced product development projects and support successful product launches.
Balance product performance with manufacturing considerations when making design and application decisions.
Train and coach field personnel on product applications, and provide guidance on sales opportunities and trial follow-up.
Support Alpha and Beta trials and help resolve field performance issues with the Continuous Improvement Team.
Evaluate the product portfolio and help implement product rationalization plans.
Contribute to sales budgets, manufacturing forecasts, pricing, discount programs, and claim settlement strategies.
Review corporate bids for alignment with product strategy and margin objectives.
Provide technical support to site operations and help maintain a consistent selling process.
Support promotional programs and work with global marketing teams to promote consistent product applications across markets.
Follow safe work practices and support ethical and environmentally responsible operations.