Machine Shop Manager:

The Machine Shop Manager will be responsible for production deliverables and will lead a team of operators and machinists. The manager will serve as a focal point for all machining operations within the company and requires coordination of work with other departmental managers to ensure timely delivery of quality parts.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for overseeing all machining operations.
• Hands on leader who is detail oriented, strategic, and can train and develop all machining personnel (CNC Programmers, Set Up, and Manual Operators), while also being responsible for initiating clear directives for the machining department, drive continual improvement efforts, oversee & monitor quality control, and drive production scheduling.
• Maintain accurate production scheduling in regard to machines, tooling, fixtures, and personnel.
• Interpret all drawing dimensions and tolerances to determine the most cost effective/efficient sequence of manufacturing operations and set up requirements.
• Hire, train, develop, evaluate, and terminate all machining staff as necessary and drive employee ownership of company results.
• Develop systems and procedures that track and monitor productivity metrics.
• Attend weekly production meetings and provide status updates on all machining orders.
• The Machine Shop Manager must ensure the accurate monitoring, recording, and reporting of all machining personnel labor hours each day by Job # and operation # in the Bill of Materials by reviewing and approving each employee timecard in a format requested by the front office.
• Support Production Planning & Purchasing identifying priorities / potential shortages on raw material and components.
• Minimize machine downtime.

Job Specifications (skills and experience):

• Minimum 7-year experience in a high mix low volume machine shop environment
• Understanding of CNC machining scheduling and programming.
• Knowledge of manual machining
• Experience in an ISO 9001-2008 work environment is a must.
• The ability to read blueprints and mechanical drawings is a pre-requisite.
• Excellent organization and analytical skills along with demonstrating a strong work ethic and superior technical abilities.
• Proficient in the basic features of Microsoft Office software products.
• Experience machining castings and pump components

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance