Machine Shop Manager- Direct Hire

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals in Spartanburg, SC, seeks a Machine Shop Manager to lead daily shop operations, drive production efficiency, maintain quality, and develop a high-performing team. This direct-hire, salaried role expects oversight of CNC milling, turning, and grinding, with emphasis on safety and ISO 9001 standards.

You will manage a diverse group including operators and engineers, optimize workflows, and collaborate with Engineering and Quality to resolve issues while advancing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Management, or equivalent.
• Experience leading a machine shop or precision manufacturing team.
• Strong CNC knowledge: milling, turning, and grinding; ERP and CAD/CAM tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily machine shop operations to meet production and quality goals.
• Lead and develop a team of operators and engineers.
• Optimize CNC milling, turning, and grinding performance.
• Drive continuous improvement and CAD/CAM integration.
• Ensure ISO 9001 compliance, safety, and supplier coordination.

Skills

Leadership

CNC machining knowledge

ERP experience

CAD/CAM experience

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing

Tools

ERP systems

CAD/CAM tools

Job description

Machine Shop Manager

Direct Hire | Spartanburg, SC

Express Employment Professionals is partnering with a well-established Spartanburg manufacturer to hire an experienced Machine Shop Manager. This direct hire, salaried position is responsible for leading daily machine shop operations, ensuring production efficiency, maintaining quality standards, and developing a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily machine shop operations to meet production and quality goals.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of approximately 28 operators and 3 engineers.
• Maximize performance of multi-axis CNC milling, turning, and grinding equipment.
• Optimize machine setup, tooling, workflows, and preventative maintenance to reduce downtime.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support CAD/CAM integration.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality teams to resolve technical issues.
• Manage inventory and procurement to support production requirements.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards, customer specifications, and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Management, or equivalent experience.
• Previous leadership experience in a machine shop or precision manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining, including milling, turning, and grinding.
• Experience with ERP systems, manufacturing software, and CAD/CAM tools.
• Excellent problem-solving, planning, and communication skills.

Schedule & Location

• Full-time, Monday through Friday
• Additional hours as needed
• On-site in Spartanburg, SC
• Must be able to commute or relocate prior to start