Product Development Manager

Why Choose OCE?

Oregon Corrections Enterprises (OCE) provides adults in custody (AICs) opportunities to gain valuable work skills and on the job training to help individuals increase their chances of success after incarceration. Our mission, in partnership with the Department of Corrections (DOC), is to promote public safety by providing AICs with work and training opportunities in a self-sustaining organization.

Description:

Oregon Corrections Enterprises (OCE) is seeking a full-time Product Development Manager, located at our Administration Office in Salem, Oregon. The Product Development Manager leads the design, development, and standardization of OCE’s furniture product offerings, ensuring they are innovative, market-ready, and aligned with customer needs. This position is responsible for designing modern, functional furniture solutions informed by customer input, market trends, and internal and external stakeholder feedback. The manager develops detailed drawings, specifications, and prototypes to support product development and ensure manufacturing readiness, while standardizing product lines across key categories such as seating, office, dorm, lounge, and systems furniture. The role collaborates closely with internal teams, including Manufacturing, Purchasing, Sales, and Marketing, to align product development with operational capabilities and business objectives. It also supports the creation of marketing and promotional materials, engages with agency and customer stakeholders to validate product concepts, and ensures alignment with end-user needs. The Product Development Manager drives process improvements, maintains accurate documentation and catalog data, and tracks key performance indicators (KPIs) related to product quality, cost efficiency, time-to-market, and sustainability. Additionally, the position represents OCE at trade shows and industry events, monitors market trends and competitor activity, and acts as a brand ambassador. This role also provides management support as needed, including serving as a backup for the General Manager and participating in cross-functional initiatives that support OCE’s strategic growth.  This position offers a competitive compensation package including employer paid health, vision, dental, paid time off, and retirement through the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), and 11 paid holidays per year.

Desired Knowledge and Skills:

• Experience designing modern, functional furniture solutions informed by customer needs, market trends, and stakeholder input
• Ability to develop detailed drawings, specifications, and prototypes to support manufacturing readiness
• Knowledge of standardizing product lines across categories such as seating, office, dorm, lounge, and systems furniture
• Familiarity with sourcing, material selection, and maintaining accurate catalog and product documentation
• Proficiency in CAD/3D modeling and Adobe Create Suite
• Strong communication, collaboration, and project management skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Purchasing, Sales and Marketing teams
• Experience supporting the development of marketing materials such as brochures, banners, and trade show assets
• Skills in gathering stakeholder feedback and aligning product development with end-user needs
• Ability to track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to product quality, cost efficiency, and time-to-market
• Experience representing an organization at trade shows, conferences, and industry events
• Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and alignment with strategic goals

Working Conditions:

• May be required to work some late and unusual hours, including some weekends
• Requires willingness to travel in or out of state, including some overnight trips
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to climb stairs without assistive aids
• Travel throughout the institution(s) will be required on a regular basis

Minimum Qualifications:

• Five (5) years of management experience in a public or private organization, including responsibility for operational performance, program development and evaluation, policy implementation, goal setting, and budget preparation

OR

• Two (2) years of experience listed above, and a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design, Furniture Design, Interior Architecture, Business Administration, management, Industrial Engineering/Technology, Supply Chain Management, or a similar or relevant field of study.

AND

• Pass an initial and annual Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS) criminal background check
• Pass pre-employment drug screening

How to Apply:

Submit the online application and the following:

1. Resume detailing your work history, be sure to list start and end dates for positions held (Required)
2. Cover Letter describing why you would be successful fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of this position (Recommended)
3. Copy of DD214 if claiming veteran’s preference. Please note this form must be attached if you wish to claim preference.

Additional Information:

Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA):  PREA prohibits OCE from hiring, or promoting anyone who has engaged in, been convicted of, or been civilly or administratively adjudicated for engaging in sexual abuse in Institution settings. These include a jail, prison, or other correctional facility (including juvenile corrections) AND any institution or facility where people are residing for the purpose of receiving care or treatment (e.g., adjudicated delinquent, neglected, placed in State custody, mentally ill or disabled, chronically ill, or physically disabled, etc.). These include skilled nursing care, intermediate or long-term care, or custodial or residential care (e.g., group home, rehabilitation, assisted living/nursing home, hospice, etc.).

For more information regarding PREA please visit: Department of Corrections : Prison Rape Elimination Act : Prison Rape Elimination Act : State of Oregon

Equal Employment Opportunity: Oregon Corrections Enterprises is committed to fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected class (race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation) in the payment of wages or screen applicants on the basis of their current or past compensation. We determine salary by completing a review of your application materials to evaluate your related education, experience, and training for this position.  OCE is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to work force diversity.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Oregon Corrections Enterprises strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

 Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed.  We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background.  We encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed.  If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, feel free to contact us to discuss your application.