Production Manager; Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials

Company:
Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc.

Job Description:

Are you a hands-on manufacturing leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys developing people, improving processes, and delivering results? Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead day-to-day manufacturing operations while driving safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement. This role provides leadership across 1st and 2nd shift operations and serves as a key partner to the Plant Manager.

You will oversee production planning, labor and resource utilization, CNC machining operations, performance metrics, and cross-functional coordination while helping position the facility for continued growth.

If you are a manufacturing leader who enjoys being close to the operation, coaching teams, solving problems, and finding better ways to get work done, we encourage you to apply.

• Lead Production Operations
• Oversee daily production activities across 1st and 2nd shifts
• Manage production loads and schedules to meet customer deadlines while maintaining quality and efficiency
• Coordinate and expedite manufacturing orders throughout the facility
• Optimize labor, materials, and equipment utilization to achieve production goals cost-effectively
• Plan for future production requirements through capacity and resource forecasting
• Champion Safety & Quality
• Promote and maintain a safe working environment
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety requirements and procedures
• Reinforce accountability for safe work practices throughout production
• Partner with Quality and other functional teams to ensure manufacturing expectations and customer requirements are met
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Lead process improvement initiatives that increase productivity and reduce waste
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement throughout the production organization
• Use data and operational metrics to identify opportunities and drive better performance
• Partner with Production Leads and Engineering to troubleshoot manufacturing and equipment issues
• Apply CNC machining expertise to support effective problem-solving and equipment performance
• Lead & Develop High-Performing Teams
• Motivate, coach, and develop employees to achieve individual and team performance goals
• Build a positive, accountable, and results-oriented work culture
• Establish clear priorities and expectations across shifts
• Support employee development while strengthening overall production capability
• Provide hands‑on leadership during changing priorities and operational challenges
• Manage Performance & Planning
• Define, monitor, and communicate key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Use production data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities
• Maintain accurate production documentation and data within the ERP manufacturing system
• Ensure production planning and resource allocation support both current demand and future capacity needs
• Collaborate Across the Business
• Partner closely with Production Control, Sales, Quality, Engineering, and other department leaders
• Establish production priorities and provide clear communication regarding order status
• Drive cross-functional problem-solving and alignment
• Work with Engineering and Production Department Leads to troubleshoot operational challenges
• Serve as second-in-command to the Plant Manager , escalating critical issues and supporting broader plant operations

• Proven experience in CNC machining, fabrication, and manufacturing operations management
• Significant experience in production planning and resource management, preferably within CNC machining or contract manufacturing
• Demonstrated people leadership and management experience
• Strong technical knowledge of CNC…