Manager of Machining Operations

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Oxford (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Barron Industries in Oxford, MI is seeking an experienced Manager of Machining Operations to lead the build-out of a new precision machining cell and scale a high-performance CNC team. You will own end-to-end machining processes from drawing review to production release, and drive standardization, safety, and continuous improvement across two facilities.

You will collaborate with leadership on equipment investments, capacity planning, and compliance with ITAR, ISO9001 and AS9100 while delivering

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in precision CNC machining.
• Hands-on CNC programming, applications, setup and operations.
• Experience with high-precision, tight-tolerance components.
• Experience with Doosan and Makino CNC equipment.
• Leadership overseeing CNC machining teams, departments, or operations.
• Ownership mentality to build machining capability from the ground up.
• Ability to lead across two facilities.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the build-out and launch of the initial precision machining cell, including equipment selection, installation, setup, and commissioning.
• Own the machining process from end to end, including drawing review, CNC programming, setup, tooling, and hands-on machining.
• Develop and implement standardized workflows, processes, and best practices to support safe, efficient, and repeatable production.
• Bring the initial machining cell fully operational and capable of producing quality parts to specification within the first 90 days.
• Build, mentor, and lead a growing team of machinists and an Applications Specialist as machining capacity expands.
• Ensure all machining operations meet quality and compliance requirements, including ITAR, ISO9001, and AS9100 standards.
• Partner closely with company leadership on machining strategy, equipment investments, and future capacity planning while maintaining clear ownership and accountability for machining operations.

Skills

CNC machining

CNC programming

Leadership

High-precision

Doosan Makino

Cross-functional collab

Quality standards

Production leadership

Job description

About Barron Industries

Founded in 1983, Barron Industries is a leading investment casting and precision machining company serving the aerospace and defense industries. We manufacture mission-critical metal components for highly regulated applications, with a strong commitment to quality systems, safety, and continuous improvement. Our new Aerospace and Defense Advanced Manufacturing Technology Center (ADAMTeC) is opening soon and will create 50 new jobs.

Why Work at Barron Industries?

We invest in people the same way we invest in advanced manufacturing technology. View employee testimonials HERE.

Top-Tier Benefits

1. 100% health insurance premium paid coverage for employees, their spouses and children
2. Additional medical GAP Insurance that assists with deductibles
3. Dental & Vision Insurance
4. 401(k) with Company Match
5. Life Insurance
6. HSA & FSA Options
7. Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Barron Industries, a leader in aerospace and defense manufacturing since 1983, is seeking an experienced Manager of Machining Operations to join our team in Oxford, MI.

What You'll Do

• Lead the build-out and launch of the initial precision machining cell, including equipment selection, installation, setup, and commissioning.
• Own the machining process from end to end, including drawing review, CNC programming, setup, tooling, and hands-on machining.
• Develop and implement standardized workflows, processes, and best practices to support safe, efficient, and repeatable production.
• Bring the initial machining cell fully operational and capable of producing quality parts to specification within the first 90 days.
• Build, mentor, and lead a growing team of machinists and an Applications Specialist as machining capacity expands.
• Ensure all machining operations meet quality and compliance requirements, including ITAR, ISO9001, and AS9100 standards.
• Partner closely with company leadership on machining strategy, equipment investments, and future capacity planning while maintaining clear ownership and accountability for machining operations.

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• 10+ years of experience in precision CNC machining.
• Extensive hands-on experience across CNC programming, applications, machine setup, and machining operations.
• Proven experience working with high-precision machining processes and tight-tolerance components.
• Experience with Doosan and Makino CNC equipment preferred.
• Prior leadership experience overseeing a CNC machining team, department, or operation.
• Demonstrated ownership mentality with the ability to build a machining capability from the ground up and take accountability for results.
• Comfortable providing leadership and operational support across two facilities.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hands-on manufacturing environment while also developing processes, people, and capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Aerospace and Defense manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with ITAR, ISO 9001, and AS9100 requirements.
• Experience machining complex, high-value, tight-tolerance aerospace or defense components.
• Experience establishing machining processes, standards, and workflows in a growing operation.