Manufacturing Machining Project Leader

BAC (Baltimore Aircoil Company, Inc.); Jessup (MD); On-site; USD 108,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401k plan

Job summary

BAC (Baltimore Aircoil Company, Inc.) is seeking a Manufacturing Machining Project Leader to establish and implement machining capabilities for a new facility. The role leads equipment readiness for sheet metal, coil, and other machining operations, ensuring equipment completes FWT and SAT requirements and operates to specification.

The position partners with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and suppliers to deliver safe, capable, and repeatable manufacturing processes aligned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 10 years in machining, fabrication, or startup readiness in industrial settings.
• Experience launching/commissioning machining equipment in greenfield plants preferred.
• Ability to develop SOPs, work instructions, and training materials.

Responsibilities

• Own machining workstream readiness from equipment to site leadership capability.
• Lead greenfield plant equipment definition, installation, startup, and stabilization.
• Coordinate sheet metal and coil machining across the plant design and schedule.
• Plan FWT and SAT activities, document results, and ensure safe operation.
• Develop process standards, tooling plans, and control methods.
• Interface with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Suppliers to mitigate risks.

Skills

10+ years machining

Equipment commissioning

Greenfield plant experience

Project leadership

Sheet metal & coil machining

Documentation & SOPs

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Project management tools

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Manufacturing Machining Project Leaderis responsible forestablishingand implementing the machining capabilities required for the successful startup and ongoing operation of a new BAC manufacturing facility. This role leads equipment and process readiness for sheet metal, coil, and other machining operations, ensuring equipment completes FWT and SAT requirements andoperatestospecification. The position partners with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and equipment suppliers to deliver safe, capable, and repeatable manufacturing processes aligned with BAC standards.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Own operational readiness for the machining workstream by confirming equipment, processes, documentation, training, certification, and site leadership capability are in place prior to production launch.
• Lead machining workstream readiness for the greenfield plant from equipment definition and installation through startup, validation, production launch, and stabilization.
• Coordinate the implementation of sheet metal, coil, and related machining equipment and processes in alignment with the approved plant design, production requirements, and project schedule.
• Plan and execute FWT and SAT activities, document results, resolve open items, and confirm equipmentoperatessafely and consistently tospecificationbefore production release.
• Develop machining process standards, operating parameters, setup requirements, tooling plans, control methods, and escalation procedures.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, EHS, Operations, and suppliers to address equipment, process, safety, quality, and capacity risks that could affect startup readiness.
• Establishquality controls and process verification methods that support repeatability, traceability, and conformance to product and manufacturing requirements.
• Support equipment commissioning, process trials, capability validation, production ramp-up, and corrective action activities.
• Create andmaintainstandard operating procedures, work instructions, training materials, certification requirements, and other documentation needed for site execution.
• Train and certify site manufacturing leaders and team members tooperate, monitor, troubleshoot, and sustain machining processes toestablishedstandards.
• Implement applicable BAC X standards and daily management practices, including tier boards, hour-by-hour monitoring, visual controls, standard work, and performance escalation.
• Track workstream milestones, risks, decisions, dependencies, and deliverables; communicate status and elevate barriers that may affect operational readiness.
• Transition ownership to the site team with clear documentation, trained resources, defined support processes, and confirmed readiness to sustain performance after launch

NATURE AND SCOPE:

This is a hands-on project leadership role supporting the design, build, commissioning, and startup of a greenfield manufacturing facility. The incumbent leads the machining workstream and coordinates cross-functional resources without necessarily having direct authority over all contributors. The role requiressignificant timein manufacturing and equipment installation environments, disciplined project execution, and the ability to move between technical problem solving, supplier coordination, documentation, and workforce training. Success is measured by safe andtimelyequipment startup, processesoperatingto specification, workforce certification, complete documentation, and a sustainable handoff to site leadership.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in machining, fabrication, manufacturing engineering, manufacturing operations, or startup readiness activities within an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Demonstratedexperience launching or commissioning machining and fabrication equipment in a manufacturing environment; greenfield plant or major expansion experience strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of sheet metal, coil processing, tooling, equipment controls, process capability, and production readiness.
• Experience leading equipment acceptance, installation, commissioning, validation, and startup activities, including FWT and SAT.
• Strong knowledge of standard work, visual management, problem solving, process control, and continuous improvement principles.
• Ability to develop clear SOPs, work instructions, training materials, and certification standards.
• Proven project leadership skills, including planning, risk management, supplier coordination, issue resolution, and stakeholder communication.
• Ability to train and influence manufacturing leaders and frontline teams while reinforcing accountability toestablishedstandards.
• Strong communication, analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiencywith Microsoft Office and project management tools; experience with manufacturing data and performance monitoring systems preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This role will entail significant domestic travel (up to 75% depending on location of applicant) and possible international travel may be required based on project activity and business needs.

BAC Hiring Compensation Range: $108200-$185200

• BAC offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401k, employee stock ownership plan, and more.
• BAC Employees are eligible to participate in an annual bonus incentive program.

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