Production Manager (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials)

Mitsubishi Chemical Group • Willoughby, OH

3d • $95,300 - $119,100 • Onsite

About The Position

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead manufacturing operations at our Willoughby, OH facility. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity with responsibility for driving safety, quality, operational performance, customer experience, and long-term profitability. You'll lead a manufacturing organization of approximately 60 employees while partnering closely with Engineering, Maintenance, Sales, and Scheduling to optimize production and strengthen overall site performance. We're looking for a hands-on manufacturing leader who enjoys developing teams, solving operational challenges, and creating a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in manufacturing leadership or management
• Strong leadership experience managing teams within a production environment
• Background in plastics or a related manufacturing industry preferred
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization
• Proven ability to drive results through effective problem-solving and decision-making
• Solid understanding of industrial equipment and mechanical systems
• Experience working with ERP systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

• Combine strategic thinking with a strong presence on the manufacturing floor
• Develop people, establish accountability, analyze performance, and move quickly to address operational challenges
• Effective cross-functional partner who understands how Production connects with Sales, Scheduling, Engineering, and Maintenance to deliver an exceptional customer experience and strong business results

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for daily manufacturing operations with a strong focus on safety, quality, efficiency, and customer needs
• Lead and support a team of approximately 60 employees
• Provide direction to supervisors, engineers, technicians, and production staff
• Develop and execute operational plans that support business objectives and long-term profitability
• Ensure production activities are aligned with company policies, procedures, and operational standards
• Provide visible, hands-on leadership across the manufacturing operation
• Set clear expectations and create accountability for performance
• Build strong relationships across all levels of the organization
• Support supervisors and employees in overcoming operational challenges
• Foster a culture centered on safety, quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across safety, quality, cost, and delivery
• Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing processes and overall operational performance
• Lead troubleshooting efforts related to production and quality challenges
• Establish and communicate performance metrics to monitor operational effectiveness
• Use data, problem-solving, and sound decision-making to drive measurable results
• Lead and support projects that improve capacity, efficiency, and manufacturing performance
• Make safety a visible priority throughout daily manufacturing operations
• Champion site safety initiatives and reinforce safe working practices
• Promote strong housekeeping standards and 5S practices
• Partner with site leadership to maintain a safe, organized, and effective manufacturing environment
• Reinforce accountability for compliance with company policies and operational standards
• Partner closely with Sales and Scheduling to align manufacturing plans with customer requirements
• Balance production priorities with capacity and operational needs
• Help ensure the organization delivers a strong customer experience while meeting business objectives
• Collaborate across functions to resolve challenges that could impact production, quality, or delivery
• Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Maintenance, Sales, and Scheduling
• Build alignment between production priorities and broader site objectives
• Partner with technical teams to troubleshoot manufacturing and equipment challenges
• Influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization to drive results
• Support initiatives that strengthen overall site performance and profitability

Benefits

• Consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status
• Reasonable accommodation for individuals with physical and mental disabilities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager