Machine Shop Leader: CNC, Lean, & Team Growth

In-Place Machining Co LLC; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

In-Place Machining Co LLC in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Machine Shop Manager to lead our Milwaukee machine shop, develop the team, and drive safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement. This role keeps you on the shop floor, solving technical challenges and supporting machinists.

You will manage CNC milling/turning, organize tooling and inventory, and mentor engineers and operators. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in precision machining with leadership experience, GD&T knowledge,

Qualifications

• 7+ years of precision machining experience.
• Previous leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience.
• Strong CNC machining background, including milling and turning.
• Experience reading blueprints and applying GD&T principles.
• Deep understanding of tooling, workholding, setups, and tight‑tolerance manufacturing.
• Strong troubleshooting and root‑cause problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to lead effectively in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily machine shop operations with a strong focus on safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Oversee CNC milling, turning, horizontal machining centers, and manual machining activities.
• Support machinists with troubleshooting, problem-solving, and process improvements.
• Balance production priorities while maintaining a positive and accountable team culture.
• Promote a clean, organized, and professional shop environment.
• Standardize manufacturing processes and work instructions.
• Improve setup efficiency, workflow, and machine utilization.
• Optimize tooling, feeds, speeds, and cycle times.
• Reduce downtime, scrap, and process variation.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive measurable productivity and operational excellence improvements.
• Coach, mentor, and develop machinists at all skill levels.
• Build technical capabilities throughout the department.
• Conduct performance coaching and training initiatives.
• Foster accountability, teamwork, and pride in workmanship.
• Lead by example through a consistent shop-floor presence.
• Manage production schedules, labor resources, and workflow priorities.
• Drive on-time delivery and first-pass quality performance.
• Coordinate closely with engineering, quality, and operations teams.
• Monitor key performance indicators and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Ensure customer requirements and expectations are consistently met.
• Develop and maintain effective tooling strategies.
• Ensure tooling availability and cost control.
• Improve inventory accuracy and organization.
• Support equipment maintenance and asset management initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

CNC Machining

Blueprints & GD&T

Troubleshooting

Lean Manufacturing

Tools

Mastercam

G-code

FANUC

Job description

In-Place Machining Co LLC in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Machine Shop Manager to lead our Milwaukee machine shop, develop the team, and drive safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement. This role keeps you on the shop floor, solving technical challenges and supporting machinists.

You will manage CNC milling/turning, organize tooling and inventory, and mentor engineers and operators. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in precision machining with leadership experience, GD&T knowledge,