Onsite CNC Operations Leader – Aerospace Precision

Pave Talent; Covina (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Pave Talent is recruiting on behalf of an established aerospace manufacturer for a senior operations leader. You will oversee all CNC machining and assembly on a high-mix, low-volume floor, leading a team of skilled machinists and support staff.

Based in Covina, CA, you will partner with engineering, quality, sales, and supply chain to drive continuous improvement, safety, and regulatory compliance across the facility, reporting to the General Manager.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of CNC machining experience with hands-on setups, programming, and operations.
• 3+ years in aerospace operations leadership managing production teams.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, blueprint reading, and CNC programming fundamentals.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems, specifically Epicor.
• Working knowledge of NADCAP and AS9100 standards.
• Proven track record implementing lean manufacturing and continuous improvement in a machine shop environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field.
• Six Sigma, Lean, PMP, or Certified Manager (CM) certification.
• Experience in high-mix, low-volume production environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily GEMBA walks and contribute to weekly production and 360 meetings.
• Manage production planning, scheduling, and resource allocation across multi-axis machining centers and assembly.
• Own safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance across the facility.
• Ensure compliance with NADCAP and AS9100 standards and customer-specific aerospace requirements.
• Maintain production travelers and data integrity in Epicor ERP.
• Develop and implement lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement strategies.
• Mentor and develop machinists, assemblers, deburrers, department leads, and support staff.
• Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions to drive efficiency, quality, and cost control.
• Manage tooling inventory, machine preventative maintenance schedules, and machine utilization to maximize uptime.

Skills

CNC machining

Production leadership

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing

Six Sigma / PMP / CM Certification

Tools

Epicor ERP

Job description

Pave Talent is recruiting on behalf of an established aerospace manufacturer for a senior operations leader. You will oversee all CNC machining and assembly on a high-mix, low-volume floor, leading a team of skilled machinists and support staff.

Based in Covina, CA, you will partner with engineering, quality, sales, and supply chain to drive continuous improvement, safety, and regulatory compliance across the facility, reporting to the General Manager.