**Production Manager (2153)** + Title:Production Manager + Group Company: Mitsubishi Chemical Performance Polymers + Location:Greer, SC Group Company: + Mitsubishi Chemical Performance Polymers **Mitsubishi Chemical Performance Polymers, Inc. (MCPP)** a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Chemical is wholly owned, MCC and its twenty group companies provide products and services to customers in North and South America providing a broad range of businesses including chemical, petrochemical, composite materials, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and other businesses. MCPP has doubled in size over the past 5 years due to the organic growth with our customers as well as numerous positive acquisitions. This has allowed us to expand our product portfolio, global reach and create an exceptional team of 1000+ dedicated employees. MCPP operates a global network of 24 sites in 15 nations. In the Americas, MCPP has locations in Michigan, Ohio, South Carolina and Brazil. MCPP's goal to our associates is to create an environment that motivates people, creates teamwork and encourages close collaboration with our customer and suppliers. We maintain a strong investment in our associates and encourage an entrepreneurial spirit and growth. We offer our associates a competitive salary, benefits, vacation and incentive package. We encourage learning and development and offer our associates opportunity for advancement. Job Purpose The Production Manager for Performance Polymers Division will direct and coordinate the activities of the plant in processing materials and manufacturing products in the facility as well as shipping and receiving by performing the following duties personally or through shift supervisors. Principal Accountabilities + Plans production operations along with Plant Scheduler, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products. + Prepares manpower schedules for production and vacation scheduling, break schedules, and overtime coverage. + Coordinate manufacturing activities to ensure production and quality of products meets specifications. + Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring, and coordinating training employees with supervisors; Planning, assigning and directing work while maintaining safety, quality, productivity and delivery; Appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. + Participate in plant audits and leadership activities. + Trains and mentors Shift Supervisors on responsibilities and identifies external or internal training requirements as needed. + Coordinate with Warehouse Supervisor to ensure sufficient inventory is available for production. + Review production and OEE reporting and resolve operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum downtime and costs. (Note: Plant Manager, Process Specialist, Plant Engineer, Maintenance Manager, and Quality Manager are part of the team to resolve all OEE concerns.) + Prevent operational delays and improve KPIs. + Develop or revise standard operational processes and procedures and ensure all are in compliance with standards. (Note: Quality is responsible for all Control Documents). + Prepare and lead monthly shift/communication meetings for All Crews. (Safety, Quality and Productivity). + Responsible for establishing and updating as necessary all training matrixes for production operators. + Responsible for plant organization and cleanliness (6S). + Coordinate all safety requirements with operations (Safety KPIs). + Coordinate with Process Specialist, Plant Engineer, and Quality Manager on MOC process. + Coordinate with Process Specialist, Plant Engineer, and Quality Manager on RCA concerning operations. + Reports daily activities to Plant Manager. Knowledge / Skills / Experience + Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) + 5+ years previous supervisory experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience) + Strong leadership skills including ability to hold direct reports accountable to their objectives. + Excellent verbal and written communication skills. + Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while remaining focused on goals. + Ability to leave a team in the resolution of issues. + Good troubleshooting and problem solving skills. + Must be self-motivated and able to work under stressful conditions at times. + Basic knowledge of Office suite software + Strong Safety acumen. + Must be able to flex schedule to provide support for all shifts, and coverage for time off. + Must be able to cope with moving from a controlled atmosphere to plant ambient conditions several times a day. Pay Transparency (complete highlighted sections) + **The salary range for this position is $103,400 - $129,300. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.** + **Competitive Benefits** + **Benefits begin on DAY 1!** + **Employee Assistance Programs** + **Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees** **Mitsubishi Chemical Group (MCGC) and any of our subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers or HR team. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless specifically invited on the search by the MCGC Talent Acquisition team and such candidate was submitted to the MCGC Talent Acquisition Team via our Applicant Tracking System.** EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or other applicable laws. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.