Production Manager

Overview With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advanced composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs, and engineered core. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices and research & development centers around the globe. Hexcel is currently seeking a Production Manager for our Casa Grande, AZ, USA location. A successful candidate will manage day‑to‑day production activities across multiple shifts in assigned areas for both direct and indirect team members, lead manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives, coordinate manufacturing activities between production areas and use real‑time data to enhance processes and support delivery of long‑term solutions. Responsibilities Consistently maintain a safe, clean, and secure environment with strong engagement by employees and accountability of supervisors and leads. Focus on behavior‑based safety through strong leadership, adherence to observation programs and proactive balanced real‑time feedback and actions. Develop and improve processes to meet customer requirements safely and fully, giving quality, delivery, cost, and morale equal consideration. Effectively identify and communicate with cross‑functional teams about risks to customer demands or financial plans, and provide clear lines of sight for resolution including escalation when needed. Establish Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Time‑bound (SMART) objectives and monitor progress through effective follow‑through to link to plant and strategic objectives. Inspire, develop, recognize, and retain subordinates to create a strong succession plan and professional talent pool. Establish and maintain a professional and collaborative work environment that ensures Casa Grande remains a viable, healthy facility and provides a satisfactory work environment. Develop and meet the financial budget for the focus factory areas, including production forecasts, headcount requirements, expenses, and capital expenditure needs. Develop training methods, benchmark standards, and administer their implementation. Increase throughput, reduce inventories, and continuously reduce operating expenses. Qualifications 5+ years of manufacturing experience required. Proficient in the use of ERP/MRP/MES (Microsoft AX and Dassault Systems DELMIA Apriso preferred) and full Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Proven capabilities to improve processes and metrics through continuous improvement. Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to speak to large groups and to provide effective group and individual training. Demonstrated self‑motivation with excellent interpersonal, analytical, and problem‑solving skills. Bachelor's degree in business, a technical field or related discipline preferred. Additional preferred qualifications include prior front‑line supervisory responsibility, Lean Six Sigma training and/or certification, aerospace industry experience with AS9100 understanding, and materials management, logistics, and supply‑chain experience. Eligible candidates must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, person lawfully admitted for permanent residence, temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, person admitted in refugee status, or person granted asylum. EEO Statement Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr