Machining Shop Leader: Elevate Production, Earn $120k

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 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.