Description

Are you passionate about automobiles? Do you have mechanical/technical aptitude? Are you proficient with MS Excel and MS Office? PowerStop wants to hear from you! We are seeking an Associate Product Manager who will assist with the new part development process for automotive brake pads, rotors, and calipers. This position is hands-on both with physical parts and technical specs and data. This is a full-time position 40 hours a week, Monday through Friday. The position is 100% onsite in Bedford Park, IL.

PowerStop stands out as the pioneering force within the automotive aftermarket brake sector. Being part of PowerStop team entails joining a company that is reshaping the industry’s landscape. Join us and become an integral part of a brand that is undergoing remarkable expansion, where you can confidently expect to have the opportunity to contribute significantly to our team’s success. We are continually in search of enthusiastic and achievement-driven individuals who possess the drive and enthusiasm to aid us in achieving our goals. Moreover, we highly value candidates who share a passion for automobiles and a willingness to grasp the industry.

Essential Duties and Key Behaviors:

• Assist the Product Managers for Rotors, Pads, Calipers, and Drums with new parts development.
• Order and arrange the delivery (or pick-up) of OEM brake part samples from the parts department at various vehicle dealers in the south/west suburbs of Chicago.
• Measure brake part samples using the following equipment and record measurements. 
• Digital caliper, precision caliper, and Thread gauge.
• Ship OEM samples out for development at factories.
• Occasional communication with personnel at the dealer parts department to obtain fitment information. 
• Reviewing blueprints versus physical samples and/or recorded specs
• Communication/follow-up with factories regarding blueprints and development of new parts
• Photographing brake parts samples for reference.
• Perform competitive interchange research.
• Other duties as assigned.

Key Behaviors:

• Model PowerStop’s core values and behaviors as outlined in the Mission Statement
• Safety First - Do The Right Thing - Win as a Team - Focus on the Customer - Act with Urgency - Drive Results
• Represent Power Stop in a professional manner.
• Strive for the highest standard of technical proficiency and engineering expertise in product development.
• Approach challenges with a problem-solving mindset, seeking creative and effective solutions.
• Treat everyone with respect and dignity, valuing diverse perspectives and experiences.
• Act with honesty, transparency, and ethical behavior in all dealings and maintain the highest standards of integrity.

Requirements

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Demonstrate proficiency with Google Suite or Microsoft Office (Excel, Vlook up, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal relationship skills to collaborate with diverse teams, including international contacts
• Ability to lift at least 60lbs
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license.
• Highly organized and possesses strong attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• High School graduate

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• Automotive industry experience (i.e., parts counterman) or a passion for automobiles
• Completed or pursuing a degree in Automotive technology or a focus on Mechanical Engineering
• Able to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• General knowledge of how to use metrology equipment. (Precision micrometer, measuring caliper, etc).

Equal opportunity Employer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or national origin.