Machine Shop Manager

Specialized Recruiting Group - South Central Indiana; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

3 weeks PTO

401(k) with company match

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Job summary

South Central Indiana is seeking a Machine Shop Manager to lead a team of machinists and production staff, drive productivity, quality, and safety, and collaborate with engineering and maintenance to meet business objectives.

Ideal candidates have leadership experience in machining/CNC environments, knowledge of lean/six sigma, and a proven ability to develop teams and improve processes. This role offers competitive pay, bonus potential, PTO, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in machining or CNC environments.
• Strong knowledge of machining operations and production workflows.
• Experience developing employees and building teams.
• Knowledge of quality systems and manufacturing best practices.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset to drive change.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of machinists, operators, and production personnel.
• Drive productivity, quality, and safety initiatives across the department.
• Coach and mentor employees to build a highly skilled workforce.
• Partner with engineering, quality, maintenance, and production to hit business goals.
• Monitor workflow, staffing, and equipment utilization to meet production targets.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste, and increase efficiency.
• Create an engaging, accountable environment focused on results.
• Support continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Machining operations

Lean/Six Sigma

Quality systems

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Continuous improvement

Education

Technical training or manufacturing education

Tools

CNC tooling

Job description

South Central Indiana | Up to $120,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Are you a machining leader who enjoys building teams, improving processes, and making a measurable impact on the shop floor?

A well-established manufacturing organization in South Central Indiana is seeking a Machine Shop Manager to oversee daily machining operations while developing a culture focused on quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced manufacturing professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys mentoring employees, driving operational performance, and creating efficiencies throughout the operation.

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Leading and developing a team of machinists, operators, and production personnel
• Driving productivity, quality, and safety initiatives throughout the department
• Coaching and mentoring employees to build a highly skilled workforce
• Partnering with engineering, quality, maintenance, and production teams to achieve business objectives
• Monitoring workflow, staffing, and equipment utilization to ensure production goals are met
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste, and increase efficiency
• Creating an environment where employees are engaged, accountable, and focused on results
• Supporting continuous improvement efforts and operational excellence initiatives

What We're Looking For

• Leadership experience within a machining, CNC, or manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of machining operations and production workflows
• Experience developing employees and building successful teams
• Knowledge of quality systems and manufacturing best practices
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Continuous improvement mindset with a desire to drive positive change

Preferred Experience

• CNC machining and tooling knowledge
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience
• Technical training or manufacturing-related education
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a production environment

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Competitive base salary up to $120,000
• Annual performance bonus opportunity
• 3 weeks of PTO
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Stable company with growth opportunities
• Leadership team committed to employee development and continuous improvement