Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Lead Manufacturing Operations. Develop Your Team. Drive Continuous Improvement.
An established industrial manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Manager to lead daily production operations in a precision machining environment.
This position is responsible for managing manufacturing personnel, maintaining production schedules, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring quality and safety standards are consistently met.
The ideal candidate combines hands-on CNC machining knowledge with proven manufacturing leadership experience. We're looking for someone who understands the technical demands of a machine shop and knows how to develop employees, solve production problems, and deliver results.
Key Responsibilities
Manufacturing Operations & Production Management
- Plan, coordinate, and oversee daily manufacturing and production activities.
- Ensure manufactured components meet quality specifications and customer delivery requirements.
- Manage production schedules, labor utilization, equipment, and manufacturing resources.
- Monitor shop productivity and implement improvements to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
Leadership & Team Development
- Supervise and develop manufacturing supervisors, CNC machinists, manual machinists, and other production personnel.
- Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to strengthen team capabilities.
- Establish accountability for productivity, quality, safety, and operational performance.
- Promote teamwork and continuous improvement throughout manufacturing operations.
CNC Machining & Technical Operations
- Provide technical oversight and troubleshooting support for CNC machining operations.
- Apply working knowledge of FANUC and MAZATROL lathe and mill controls.
- Support G-code programming and machining process improvements.
- Collaborate with production personnel to resolve machining challenges and improve manufacturing efficiency.
Quality, Maintenance & Safety
- Work closely with Quality Assurance to maintain manufacturing standards and address production issues.
- Oversee preventive maintenance activities for manufacturing equipment.
- Coordinate tooling, maintenance supplies, and manufacturing procurement requirements.
- Maintain a safe working environment and reinforce compliance with established safety procedures.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in a machined-component manufacturing environment.
- 2+ years of supervisory or management experience in a medium-to-large machine shop.
- Working knowledge of FANUC and MAZATROL CNC lathe and mill controls.
- Proficiency in G-code programming and troubleshooting.
- Demonstrated ability to manage production schedules, personnel, and manufacturing performance.
- Strong understanding of machining operations, production efficiency, and quality standards.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a Lean manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with Mastercam programming software.
- Associate degree or higher.
- Experience improving shop productivity, reducing manufacturing costs, and developing production personnel.
Our client offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
- Employer-paid life insurance and short-term disability coverage.
- Additional voluntary insurance options.
- Employer-provided uniforms.
- Safety footwear and prescription safety eyewear assistance.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This is an opportunity for an experienced manufacturing professional to take ownership of production performance and make a meaningful impact on an established industrial operation.
You’ll have responsibility for developing people, improving processes, maintaining quality, and helping the organization achieve its production goals.
This opportunity is being recruited confidentially by Express Employment Professionals on behalf of our client.