製造マネージャー/ Manufacturing Manager
A global industrial manufacturing company is seeking a Manufacturing Manager. The selected candidate will lead manufacturing strategy, operational excellence projects, resource planning, production optimisation, and cross-functional collaboration in an international environment.
Responsibilities:
- Define, implement, and update production concepts in coordination with the management team
- Ensure productivity and delivery performance across overall production processes and drive continuous improvement
- Manage budgeting and resource planning including personnel, systems, and operating resources
- Lead planning and monitoring of Operational Excellence projects
- Coordinate collaboration between manufacturing, Process Development, and R&D departments for product development and innovation management
- Organise and coordinate production processes with supervisors to ensure product and process quality
- Drive continuous improvement in productivity, reliability, and operational speed
- Optimise equipment according to production output requirements
- Implement new investments within budget and scheduled timelines
- Improve production KPIs and maintain a safe and healthy production environment
- Ensure compliance with all relevant production standards and specifications
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or above in mechanical engineering, automation technology, industrial engineering, or related field
- More than 10 years of relevant professional experience in manufacturing or industrial operations
- Experience in international industrial company environments
- Extensive specialist knowledge and staff management experience
- Project management experience with Lean production, TOC, or PDCA methodologies
- IT knowledge and application skills including SAP and MS Office Suite
- Native level Japanese; business level English
Benefits:
- Intensive training within the company and global network
- Continuous professional development tailored to individual needs
- Opportunity to work on advanced metal processing technologies within an international company
- Early responsibility with opportunities to contribute ideas and work within short decision-making structures
About the Company:
A global industrial manufacturing company specialising in advanced metal processing and production technologies. The company operates internationally and promotes innovation, operational excellence, and continuous professional development within a collaborative environment.
Keywords:
製造管理, 生産管理, オペレーション管理, リーン生産方式, プロジェクト管理, 工場運営, 生産改善, KPI管理, 製造エンジニアリング, 求人, 外資系
Job Ref: 6SWCD3
About the job
Contract Type: Perm
Specialism: Industrial and Automation
Focus: General Management / Representative Director / CEO
Industry: Manufacturing and Production
Salary: ¥9,000,000 - ¥10,000,000 per annum
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Mid Management
Language: Japanese - Native
Second Language: English - Business level
Location: Tokyo
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: 6SWCD3-221A3C88
Date posted: 13 May 2026
Consultant: April Shen
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