Product Manager - Architectural Acoustics at TECHLITE Acoustics & Insulation – Tempe, Arizona

Product Manager - Architectural Acoustics

TECHLITE® Acoustics & Insulation | A Division of The Zippertubing Company
Tempe, AZ | Full-Time | Onsite

Overview

TECHLITE, a division of The Zippertubing Company, is a leader in acoustic and insulation products. TECHLITE a manufacturer for more than 50 years, located in Tempe, AZ. If you’re energized by the intersection of acoustic performance, engineered materials, and real-world application, this role offers the opportunity to directly shape how products perform in the field not just how they look on paper.

TECHLITE is a specialized manufacturer of acoustic foam panels and engineered insulation systems, supporting architectural, industrial, and specialty applications where noise control, sound absorption, and material performance are critical.

We are seeking a Product Manager – Architectural Acoustics to lead the strategy, performance, and growth of our acoustic panel product lines. This role combines product ownership, technical understanding, and market engagement with a strong connection to manufacturing and customer application.

This is a hands-on role where success means improving product performance, expanding market applications, and driving profitable growth in a niche, specification-driven market.

What You’ll Own

Product Strategy & Market Focus

• Develop and execute product strategies for acoustic foam panels and insulation systems across architectural and industrial markets
• Identify growth opportunities based on acoustic performance needs, application gaps, and customer demand
• Monitor trends in noise control, building acoustics, and material innovation
• Support positioning of TECHLITE products within specification-driven environments

Acoustics & Application Expertise

• Develop a strong understanding of:
  • Sound absorption (NRC)
  • Sound transmission (STC)
  • Acoustic materials and foam technologies
• Translate customer requirements into practical, manufacturable acoustic solutions
• Support internal teams and customers with product application guidance

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Engineering, Production, Sales, and Customer Support to align product capabilities with customer needs
• Partner with manufacturing to ensure products are efficient to produce and scalable
• Support technical discussions, proposals, and specification efforts
• Contribute to marketing content that accurately reflects product performance and applications

Market & Customer Engagement

• Engage with customers, architects, and industry partners to understand acoustic challenges and application needs
• Support product positioning in architectural, commercial, and industrial environments
• Represent TECHLITE at industry events, customer meetings, or trade shows as needed

What We’re Looking For

• 5–10 years of experience in:
  • Product Management
  • Technical Sales
  • Engineering
  • Or related roles in acoustics, insulation, building materials, or specialty manufacturing
• Experience with acoustic materials, noise control, or architectural acoustics strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of engineered-to-order or customized product environments
• Ability to connect technical performance with commercial outcomes
• Experience working cross-functionally with engineering and manufacturing teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Clear communicator who can translate between technical and non-technical audiences

What Makes This Role Different

• Direct ownership of acoustic performance-driven products, not commodity materials
• Opportunity to influence both product design and real-world application
• Work within a small, agile team where decisions move quickly
• Exposure to custom, engineered solutions across multiple industries
• Ability to make a visible impact on product direction and business growth

About TECHLITE

TECHLITE® Acoustics & Insulation is a division of The Zippertubing Company, a privately held U.S. manufacturer founded in 1957.

Based in Tempe, AZ, TECHLITE operates as a small, specialized team focused on designing and manufacturing high-performance acoustic foam panels and insulation systems. Our products are used in environments where noise reduction, sound control, and material performance matter — from architectural spaces to industrial applications.

We combine engineering, materials science, and hands-on manufacturing to deliver customized solutions for our customers.

Why Join TECHLITE

• Small team, high impact
• Niche, performance-driven products
• Stable company with long-term backing
• Opportunity to shape product strategy and growth
• Collaborative, hands-on environment

Benefits

• 80 hours of vacation
• 48 hours of sick time
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flex Spend (Allegiance)
• 401K w/match
• Company Paid Life / AD&D insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday based on scheduled hours

Schedule:

• Full-Time
• 5:00a – 3:30p (10-hour shift) Monday – Thursday; with Fri., Sat., Sun., off
• In-office position - Tempe, AZ (near Priest and University)

Compensation:

• DOE

Our Mission: To empower innovation through materials, science and collaboration.

While performing the duties of this job, the Product Manager - Architectural Acoustics will perform most of the work in a multi-occupied office environment, with face-to-face customer interactions, and some work is performed on the production floor, near vibrating loud equipment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. At times the employee may be exposed to airborne particulates, moving mechanical parts, and vibrations on the production floor. The noise level can be loud at times.

This role is partially sedentary; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand on a step ladder as necessary during their shift. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The position involves sitting, talking, hearing, climbing stairs, using the elevator, and walking throughout the 8-10-hour shift. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate tools, drafting instruments, computers, printers, and various equipment.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. This individual will also be responsible for all other duties assigned by the department manager or executive management. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This classification for this role is exempt.

Zippertubing® is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Zippertubing® is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Zippertubing® are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Zippertubing® will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Zippertubing® encourages applicants of all ages.

**Direct Applicants Only:** The company is handling all recruitment for this position internally. Third-party recruiters or staffing agencies are asked to refrain from contacting the company at this time. Unsolicited submissions will not be considered.

For more information about Techlite, please visit our website: www.techlite.com.

• Techlite, a division of Zippertubing® uses E-Verify.
• Criminal background check (Required)
• English (Required)
• US work authorization is a must
• Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
• Job Type: Full Time

Text to apply: AcouProd26 to (602) 900 -9296