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Mitsubishi Chemical Group

Global chemical and advanced materials producer

Human Resources Manager - Polyester Films Division

Full-Time
$120k - $140k
Expert
Bachelor's
Greer, SC, USA
In Person
People & HRHR Generalist & Employee Relations

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field is required.
  • At least 8 years of progressive human resources experience, including at least 3 years of leadership responsibility.
  • Strong knowledge of employment law and human resources best practices.
  • Experience influencing leaders and building credibility across all levels of the organization.
  • Demonstrated confidence handling complex employee relations and business matters.
  • Strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to make confident decisions.
  • Ability to work as a hands-on leader in a fast-paced environment and effectively coach and influence leaders.
Responsibilities
  • Lead and develop the site human resources team while overseeing day-to-day human resources operations.
  • Partner with leadership on workforce planning, organizational design, succession planning, and talent strategy.
  • Drive employee engagement, retention, and culture initiatives across the site.
  • Lead employee relations matters, including investigations, conflict resolution, coaching, and performance management.
  • Provide strategic human resources guidance to leaders and support effective decision-making.
  • Ensure compliance with employment laws, company policies, and human resources best practices.
  • Support organizational change initiatives and leadership development efforts.
  • Oversee recruiting, onboarding, compensation administration, and human resources processes.
Desired Qualifications
  • Manufacturing or industrial environment experience.
  • Experience with human resources systems such as Workday.

About the company

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Mitsubishi Chemical Group

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MCGC supplies chemicals and advanced materials globally, including high-performance polymers, industrial gases (Nippon Sanso), and pharmaceuticals (Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma), serving industries like automotive, semiconductor, aerospace, and healthcare. Its products rely on advanced chemical engineering and material science to create materials for electronics, mobility, and health, including carbon fiber composites, specialty polymers, and recyclable plastics. It differentiates itself with a massive global manufacturing footprint, deep technical expertise across chemicals, materials, and life sciences, and active open-innovation through Diamond Edge Ventures that integrates biotech and clean-tech startups into its ecosystem. The company aims to lead sustainable chemistry and advanced materials while pursuing net-zero emissions by 2050 and advancing a circular economy through decarbonization and scalable recycling.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Tokyo, Japan

Founded

2005

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What believers are saying

  • Mitsubishi Chemical launched ultra-high-purity colloidal silica and M-Filleris in August 2026.
  • Audi selected DURABIO in 2026, proving automotive adoption for its bio-plastic platform.
  • PsiQuantum and University of Tokyo partnerships expand its quantum-enabled materials discovery efforts.

What critics are saying

  • FY2026 net income fell 73.7% to 11.8 billion yen, signaling fragile profitability.
  • Tokai Plant epoxy shutdowns continue through September 2027, exposing aging-asset dependence.
  • The 2025 Bain exit from Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma removes a diversified earnings pillar.

What makes Mitsubishi Chemical Group unique

  • Mitsubishi Chemical dominates specialty materials, industrial gases, and carbon fiber supply chains globally.
  • Its 2026 semiconductor materials launches deepen customer qualification lock-in with chipmakers.
  • KAITEKI and Diamond Edge Ventures link chemicals, climate tech, and startup scouting.

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  • Remote Work Options

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PALO ALTO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PsiQuantum and Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group today announced that they are beginning work with Mitsubishi Chemical Group on a joint project to simulate excited states of photochromic molecules which have widespread industrial and residential potential applications such as the development of smart windows, energy-efficient data storage, solar energy storage and solar cells, and other photoswitching use cases. Qlimate, a PsiQuantum-led initiative that includes MUFG as a partner, focuses on using fault-tolerant quantum computing to crack the most challenging computational problems and accelerate the development of scalable breakthroughs across climate technologies, including more energy-efficient materials. Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) is committed to supporting the world’s transition to a sustainable future, and to encourage industry access to the most promising breakthrough technologies. By pioneering PsiQuantum’s Qlimate solutions with industry leader Mitsubishi Chemical, MUFG is at the forefront of quantum computing for sustainability

Business Wire
Jan 24th, 2024
PsiQuantum, Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group and Mitsubishi Chemical Announce Partnership to Design Energy-Efficient Materials on PsiQuantum's Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computer

PALO ALTO, Calif.-(BUSINESS WIRE)-PsiQuantum and Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group today announced that they are beginning work with Mitsubishi Chemical Group on a joint project to simulate excited states of photochromic molecules which have widespread industrial and residential potential applications such as the development of smart windows, energy-efficient data storage, solar energy storage and solar cells, and other photoswitching use cases.

AsianTex
Dec 14th, 2023
The Mitsubishi Chemical Group Embarks on Strategic Acquisition of CPC, Leading Italian Manufacturer of Carbon Fiber Composite Components to the Automotive Industry | asiantex.net

The Mitsubishi Chemical Group (MCG Group) is proud to announce it has attained full ownership of CPC SRL (CPC), a renowned Italian company specializing in the manufacturing and distribution of automobile components crafted from carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP). This pivotal acquisition that began with minority ownership in 2017 aligns with MCG Group’s long-term strategic vision to further expand and enhance its vertically integrated carbon fiber supply chain. The transaction, subject to regulatory approvals, is expected to close in late 2023.