Machine Shop Manager

Accessible Technologies, Inc; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Accessible Technologies, Inc. in Lenexa, KS is seeking a hands-on Machine Shop Manager to lead production scheduling, supervise machinists, and drive efficiency in a state-of-the-art shop.

You will coordinate with quality, maintenance, and management to meet schedules, develop cost-saving processes, and uphold safety standards; a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years supervisory machining experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ machining experience and hands-on supervision.
• Strong computer skills and experience with MRP system.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Excellent organization and analytical skills with strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and assign personnel to meet production plan.
• Monitor workflow, processes, and equipment to optimize throughput.
• Ensure on-time production reporting and meeting deadlines.
• Lead safety initiatives and maintain a clean, organized shop floor.
• Supervise and develop staff, including interviews and training.
• Coordinate with quality, maintenance, and management to resolve issues.

Skills

Machining supervision

MRP systems

Production planning

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business/Manufacturing

7+ years Production Supervisory experience

Job description

Accessible Technologies, Inc., has been designing, manufacturing and marketing high performance automotive and industrial products for over 30 years. First with our ProCharger division, the industry-leader in intercooled centrifugal supercharger systems for street, street/strip and racing applications on cars, trucks, SUVs, motorcycles and boats.

In recent years the company expanded into industrial applications with its Inovair division. Inovair introduces a whole new way to look at compressor and blower technology for industrial applications by utilizing integrally geared, high efficiency, low noise compressors and blowers.

Our dedication to innovation and continuous product development is our key to maintaining market leadership and enables our growth into new industries. For more company information, please visit our websites at www.procharger.com and www.inovair.com.

The Machine Shop Manager will have the opportunity to utilize their expertise to develop and execute objectives and effect short term and long term business goals, in a state of the art production facility. In addition to the technical ability, we are looking for someone who can demonstrate judgment and decision-making coupled with the ability to think "big picture" in relation to overall machining processes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Completes production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel; accomplishing work results; establishing priorities; monitoring progress; revising schedules; resolving problems.
• Maintains workflow by monitoring steps of the process; setting processing variables; observing control points and equipment; monitoring personnel and resources; studying methods; implementing cost reductions; developing reporting procedures and systems; initiating and fostering a spirit of cooperation within and between departments.
• Responsible for production reporting review before posting
• Responsible for meeting the manufacturing deadlines as well as communicating business goals, processes, and procedures for the entire shop floor.
• Conduct yearly employee performance/attendance reviews to evaluate potential for annual raises/bonuses.
• Ensure products are run efficiently
• Eliminate production bottlenecks
• Review machinist efficiency
• Responsible for keeping the work area, machines, and tooling inventory clean & organized
• Manage both preventive maintenance and 3rd-party repairs of all equipment.
• Manage/Order shop tooling and manufacturing specific consumables to ensure continued production
• Maintain accurate production scheduling initiatives in regards to machines, tooling, fixtures, and personnel.
• Interpret all drawing & blueprint specifications, dimensions, and tolerances to determine the most cost-effective/efficient sequence of manufacturing operations and set up requirements.
• Communicate daily with production team, quality department, and management on top priorities/concerns and resolve all machining quality issues in a timely manner.
• Supervisory responsibilities which include interviewing, hiring, training, monitoring work, performance reviews, career development, discipline, and resolving issues in accordance with applicable laws and/or company policy.
• Oversee and monitor all safety initiatives in the machining area.
• Work as a team with all levels and functional areas of the organization

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years’ machining experience and people skills to provide hands-on supervision
• Strong computer skills and experience with Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) system
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
• Excellent organization and analytical skills along with demonstrating a strong work ethic and superior technical abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in business, manufacturing, or related field
• 7+ years solid Production Supervisory experience in a manufacturing facility

Accessible Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.