Manager of Machining Operations

Barron-Industrie; Oxford Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance premium paid

Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Life Insurance

HSA & FSA Options

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Job summary

Barron Industries in Oxford, MI, seeks an experienced Manager of Machining Operations to lead the initial precision machining cell launch and ongoing process ownership. You will manage end-to-end CNC operations, from drawings to hands-on milling, and drive safe, repeatable production.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in precision CNC machining.
• Hands-on experience with CNC programming, applications, machine setup, and machining operations.
• Proven experience with high-precision, tight-tolerance processes.
• Experience with Doosan and Makino CNC equipment preferred.
• Prior leadership experience overseeing a CNC machining team or department.
• Ownership mentality to build machining capability from the ground up.

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 (ITAR, ISO9001, AS9100).
• Partner with leadership on machining strategy, equipment investments, and capacity planning.

Skills

CNC machining

CNC programming

Leadership

Quality compliance

Team mentorship

Cross-functional collab

Problem solving

Tools

Doosan CNC equipment

Makino CNC equipment

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 testimonialsHERE.

Top-Tier Benefits

1. 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.