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Job Type
Full-time
Description
Lead the Shop. Build the Team. Drive Results.
You're not just managing machines-you're leading the people, processes, and performance that keep a high-precision machine shop running at its best.
We're looking for a hands-on Machine Shop Manager who has earned their stripes on the shop floor and knows what it takes to deliver quality work, solve tough manufacturing challenges, and build a team that takes pride in what they produce.
If you're the person machinists turn to when a critical job needs to be done right, this is your opportunity to take ownership of a thriving operation and make a lasting impact.
Requirements
Why This Role Stands Out
- Lead a skilled team of machinists who care about craftsmanship
- Own day-to-day shop operations and influence company success
- Stay connected to the work-this is a hands-on leadership role
- Drive process improvements and operational excellence
- Solve complex machining challenges every day
- Join a stable, growing company that values experience and leadership
What You'll Lead
Shop Operations
- Direct daily activities across CNC mills, lathes, and manual machining equipment
- Ensure safe, efficient, and productive shop floor operations
- Balance priorities in a fast-paced, high-mix manufacturing environment
Production & Performance
- Build schedules, manage workflow, and keep jobs moving
- Drive on-time delivery and quality performance
- Remove obstacles, solve bottlenecks, and maximize shop efficiency
Continuous Improvement
- Improve setups, tooling strategies, and machining processes
- Reduce downtime, scrap, and wasted effort
- Implement practical solutions that improve productivity and profitability
Team Leadership
- Train, mentor, and develop machinists at all skill levels
- Foster accountability, teamwork, and professional growth
- Build a culture focused on quality, safety, and pride in craftsmanship
What You Bring
Machining Expertise
- 5-7+years of machining experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities
- Strong CNC machining background (Vertical and Turning Centers required; Horizontal experience preferred)
- Expertise in setups, tooling, troubleshooting, and tight-tolerance machining
- Hands-on experience solving complex manufacturing challenges
Technical Knowledge
- Strong understanding of GD&T and blueprint interpretation
- Working knowledge of G-code, feeds & speeds, and machining strategies
- Experience with FANUC controls
- CAM programming experience (Mastercam preferred)
Leadership Skills
- Respected by machinists because you've done the work yourself
- Ability to lead by example and build high-performing teams
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Comfortable taking ownership and being accountable for results
What Success Looks Like
- Jobs ship on time and meet quality expectations the first time
- The team is engaged, productive, and continually improving
- Setup times decrease and shop efficiency increases
- Safety standards remain a top priority
- Customers receive reliable, high-quality products
- The shop operates smoothly, professionally, and profitably
The Ideal Candidate
You've spent years mastering machining and naturally became the person others relied on for answers, leadership, and problem-solving. Now you're ready for a role where you can take ownership of the entire operation, develop the next generation of machinists, and drive the success of the shop.
If you're a machinist who became a leader-not a manager who became a machinist-we want to talk to you.
Apply today and take the next step in leading a machine shop where craftsmanship, accountability, and results matter.