Manufacturing Manager - CNC Machining Fabrication

Amiga Engineering Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary or hourly options

Job summary

Amiga Engineering Pty Ltd in Melbourne is seeking a Manufacturing Manager with hands-on CNC expertise to coordinate daily CNC machining, fabrication and workshop activities. The role combines leadership with active floor involvement to ensure production runs efficiently and on schedule.

You will lead by example, mentor machinists and apprentices, manage workflows, and liaise with customers and suppliers while maintaining safety and quality standards across defence, aerospace, space and precision

Qualifications

• Strong practical background in CNC machining including programming, setting, and operating.
• Experience in managing workflow and coordinating staff to meet production targets.
• Knowledge of AS9100D and ISO 9001 quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and coordinate daily manufacturing activities.
• Assist with production workflow, priorities and delivery schedules.
• Provide technical guidance to machinists and apprentices.
• Read engineering drawings and interpret specifications.
• Assist with CNC programming including multi-axis machining.

Skills

CNC Machining

Leadership

Manufacturing Planning

Problem Solving

CAD/CAM

Mastercam

Edgecam

SolidWorks

Tools

Mastercam

Edgecam

SolidWorks

Job description

Manufacturing Manager - CNC Machining Fabrication

Manufacturing Manager – CNC Machining & Fabrication

Full-Time

Are you an experienced CNC machinist with leadership skills, or a manufacturing professional who still enjoys getting on the tools?

Amiga Engineering is seeking an enthusiastic, organised and technically experienced Manufacturing Manager to join our advanced manufacturing team.

We are looking for a practical, solutions-focused individual who can work alongside our existing production and management teams to coordinate manufacturing operations, support workshop activities and contribute to the efficient running of our business.

This is a hands‑on management position. The successful applicant must be willing and capable of stepping onto the workshop floor to assist with CNC programming, setting, operating and general manufacturing activities when required.

About our company

Established in 1988, Amiga Engineering is an innovative Australian advanced manufacturing company specialising in precision CNC machining, metal additive manufacturing (3D printing), fabrication and complex engineering solutions.

For over 38 years, we have delivered thousands of projects across Australia, building a reputation for precision, quality and innovation.

Our diverse manufacturing capabilities include 5-axis simultaneous CNC machining, CNC mills and lathes, manual machining, vertical boring, welding and fabrication.

We manufacture for industries including Defence, Aerospace, Space, Medical, Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Mining and Food & Beverage.

Accredited to AS9100D and ISO 9001, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality manufacturing solutions and tackling challenging manufacturing projects.

About the Role

As Manufacturing Manager, you will work closely with our existing production and management teams to coordinate daily manufacturing operations, support workshop activities and ensure production runs efficiently.

The position combines production planning, technical leadership and hands‑on manufacturing responsibilities. You will assist with managing workflow, coordinating staff and resources, resolving technical challenges and maintaining customer delivery commitments.

You will also work collaboratively with other departments, customers and suppliers to ensure manufacturing requirements are understood and production objectives are achieved.

The successful applicant will be expected to actively participate in CNC machining and other workshop activities when required, particularly during busy periods, staff shortages or critical production deadlines.

We are looking for someone who leads by example, supports their colleagues and is equally comfortable coordinating production as they are working directly on the workshop floor.

Key Responsibilities

Work alongside the existing production manager to plan, schedule and coordinate daily manufacturing activities.

Assist with managing production workflow, job priorities, staff allocation and delivery schedules.

Support CNC machining, manual machining, welding, fabrication and industrial gearbox component manufacturing operations.

Undertake hands‑on CNC programming, setting, operating and machining duties when required to support production.

Provide technical guidance, instruction and practical assistance to machinists, fabricators and apprentices.

Assist with CNC programming, including multi‑axis machining, using Mastercam and other CAD/CAM software.

Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and customer requirements.

Assist with troubleshooting machining, fabrication and general manufacturing challenges.

Monitor job progress, production efficiency, quality and delivery time‑frames.

Coordinate purchasing of tooling, equipment, materials and workshop consumables.

Liaise with customers, suppliers, management and other production departments, including Additive Manufacturing as required.

Assist with quality inspections and verification of manufactured components prior to despatch.

Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, productivity and workshop efficiency.

Maintain high standards of workplace safety, housekeeping and compliance with company quality procedures.

Strong practical background in CNC machining, including programming, setting and operating CNC mills and/or lathes.

Experience in general engineering, precision machining and manufacturing processes.

Knowledge and understanding of welding and fabrication processes.

Experience working within a machine shop, preferably in a jobbing or precision engineering environment.

Ability to read, interpret and work from technical and engineering drawings.

Sound understanding of production planning, scheduling and workshop workflow.

Ability to provide technical guidance and support to workshop employees.

Strong organisational, communication and problem‑solving skills.

Ability to manage multiple jobs, changing priorities and production deadlines.

Ability to liaise professionally with customers, suppliers and management.

A genuine willingness and ability to actively undertake CNC machining and workshop duties when required.

Must be an Australian Citizen.

Highly Regarded

Previous experience as a Manufacturing Manager, Production Manager, Workshop Supervisor or Foreman.

Trade qualification in Fitting & Turning, CNC Machining, Toolmaking or a related engineering discipline.

Experience with multi‑axis and 5‑axis CNC machining.

Proficiency in CAD/CAM software including Mastercam, Edgecam or SolidWorks.

Experience in production planning and supervising manufacturing personnel.

Knowledge of AS9100D and ISO 9001 quality management systems.

Industrial maintenance and mechanical engineering experience.

Experience in low‑volume, high‑mix and complex component manufacturing.

What We Offer

A diverse role within an established and innovative Australian manufacturing company.

Exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies and challenging engineering projects.

Involvement in exciting projects across Defence, Aerospace, Space and other specialised industries.

A position combining technical expertise, hands‑on manufacturing and operational leadership.

Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Either Salary or Hourly rate options available - Final pay based on experience and skill

If you have a strong CNC machining background, enjoy solving technical challenges and take pride in being actively involved in manufacturing, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Amiga Engineering and help drive the future of Australian advanced manufacturing.