Machine Shop Leader — Hands-On CNC & Manual Machining

Exact Metrology: A Division of In-Place Machining Company; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Exact Metrology: A Division of In-Place Machining Company seeks a Machine Shop Manager with a strong shop-floor background to lead a team of skilled CNC and manual machinists. You will own daily operations, drive safety, quality, and on-time delivery, while staying hands-on with setups and problem-solving.

You'll mentor machinists, refine tooling and processes, and shape a culture of craftsmanship and accountability on the shop floor. This role rewards ownership and practical leadership.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of machining experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Extensive CNC machining experience with vertical machining centers and turning centers; horizontal experience preferred.
• Expert understanding of tooling, setups, troubleshooting, and tight-tolerance machining.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge; CAM programming experience (Mastercam).

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations across CNC mills, turning centers, and manual machining.
• Set the tone for safety, quality, accountability, and teamwork.
• Improve setup efficiency, tooling strategies, feeds, speeds, and cycle times; reduce downtime.
• Mentor machinists from apprentices to experienced operators.
• Ensure on-time delivery and first-pass quality.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Problem-solving

Tools

Mastercam

G-code

FANUC controls

Job description

Exact Metrology: A Division of In-Place Machining Company seeks a Machine Shop Manager with a strong shop-floor background to lead a team of skilled CNC and manual machinists. You will own daily operations, drive safety, quality, and on-time delivery, while staying hands-on with setups and problem-solving.

You'll mentor machinists, refine tooling and processes, and shape a culture of craftsmanship and accountability on the shop floor. This role rewards ownership and practical leadership.