What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Machining position at Confidential?
The Director of Machining will lead and inspire a team of machinists and operators to meet production goals while fostering a positive work environment. This role involves overseeing day-to-day operations, ensuring seamless workflow, and maintaining high standards of quality and safety. They will also be involved in quoting and CapEx projects involving automation and new product development.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and inspire a team of machinists and operators to meet production goals while fostering a positive work environment.
- Take charge of day-to-day operations in the machine shop, ensuring seamless workflow and on-time project completion.
- Develop and execute production schedules, prioritizing tasks to fulfill customer requirements.
- Establish and uphold quality control measures to meet customer requirements and ISO standards of machined components and assemblies.
- Collaborate with the quality assurance team to address quality-related issues promptly and effectively.
- Optimize resource allocation, including manpower, equipment, and materials, to enhance efficiency and minimize downtime.
- Monitor and manage expenses to align with budgetary constraints.
- Identify opportunities and implement continuous improvement strategies to boost productivity and minimize waste.
- Stay abreast of industry trends and technological advancements, recommending and implementing relevant improvements.
- Ensure a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols and regulatory compliance.
- Work closely with Sales to quote new business opportunities for machined parts.
- Manage and execute Preventive Maintenance System for all production and building equipment.
- Manage tool room, tools, supplies, and employees.
Required Skills
- Outstanding organizational and problem-solving abilities.
- Demonstrated record of effectively managing and motivating diverse teams.
- Familiarity with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to effectively use MS Outlook and Word.
- Ability to learn and use ERP computer systems for routings and scheduling, and quoting software.
Education and Experience
- Associate’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, precision metal working, a related field, or equivalent hands-on machining experience preferred.
- 10 years of hands-on experience in a leadership capacity within a machine shop environment.
- Experience in tight tolerance, precision machining/manufacturing environment.
- In-depth expertise in machining processes, equipment, CNC programming, and tooling.
Benefits
- 401(k) with matching program.
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 9 Paid Holidays
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- This position requires you to be onsite daily.
- This position is primarily in an office environment.
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk working on a computer.
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite. Excellent interpersonal.
- CPIM Certification
- Influencing skills to establish trust, credibility, and rapport at all levels of the organization; seen as humble, direct, and authentic while possessing professional presence.
- Frequently required standing, walking, and reaching with hands and arms.
Pay: $110,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $110,000 - $125,000