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製造マネージャー/ Manufacturing Manager

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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

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

Job Reference: 6SWCD3-221A3C88

Date posted: 13 May 2026

Consultant: April Shen