Machining Operations Leader — Lean & Industry 4.0

Nemak Spain SL.; Monterrey; On-site; MXN 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Nemak Spain SL. is seeking an Operations Manager Machining to lead all machining production operations, drive safety, quality and efficiency, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet customer requirements. The role emphasizes Lean methods, problem-solving, and continuous improvement across the operation.

The position requires deep CNC expertise, multidisciplinary leadership, and a track record of improving productivity and reducing costs in automotive machining environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7–10 years in machining operations, automotive or metalworking.
• Minimum 3–5 years in leadership overseeing machining production operations.
• Strong and deep technical expertise in multi-axis CNC machining, tooling, and precision manufacturing.
• Proven experience driving productivity, quality, delivery, and cost optimization.
• Advanced knowledge of cycle time optimization, process capability, tooling, fixtures, and stability.
• Experience with new product launches, ramp-ups, and manufacturing process optimization.
• Advanced English proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all machining production operations, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, cost and environment objectives.
• Develop and execute operational strategies to improve productivity and performance.
• Ensure production targets, KPIs and customer requirements are met.
• Coordinate manpower, production flow, machine utilization, tooling, and material handling.
• Oversee production planning to guarantee on-time deliveries and continuity.
• Promote safety culture with zero lost-time incidents and risk prevention.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma, and TPS.

Skills

Machining leadership

Lean manufacturing

Process optimization

Team development

Safety management

Project management

Education

Master's degree

Industrial engineering

Tools

CNC machining

TPS knowledge

IATF 16949

ISO 14001

VSM

Job description

Nemak Spain SL. is seeking an Operations Manager Machining to lead all machining production operations, drive safety, quality and efficiency, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet customer requirements. The role emphasizes Lean methods, problem-solving, and continuous improvement across the operation.

The position requires deep CNC expertise, multidisciplinary leadership, and a track record of improving productivity and reducing costs in automotive machining environments.