Second-Shift Subtractive Manufacturing Manager (CNC/Welding)

Amazon.com Services LLC - A57; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Manufacturing Services in Seattle, WA seeks a second shift Subtractive Manufacturing Manager to lead CNC machining, welding, sheet metal fabrication, powder coating, and assembly operations. You will own day-to-day production across multiple disciplines, manage teams, and drive improvements in quality and throughput.

The role emphasizes balancing production execution with technical problem-solving, team development, and cross-functional coordination to deliver high-quality parts on time.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hiring, leading and developing teams experience.
• 3+ years of hands-on manufacturing experience in CNC machining, welding, sheet metal fabrication, or related disciplines.
• Strong technical knowledge of subtractive manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.

Responsibilities

• Execute customer orders safely and successfully across CNC machining, welding, sheet metal fabrication, powder coating, and assembly operations.
• Manage daily production scheduling, work prioritization, and resource allocation across multiple manufacturing processes.
• Maintain equipment uptime through preventive maintenance programs and rapid troubleshooting.
• Track production metrics including throughput, quality rates, on-time delivery, and equipment utilization.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Collaborate with additive manufacturing teams to ensure seamless workflow for hybrid projects.
• Oversee CNC programming operations and manage programming capacity to meet customer demand.
• Support ISO 9001 compliance through proper documentation and quality controls.
• Partner with quality engineers to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Lead, develop, and mentor CNC machinists, welders, sheet metal fabricators, powder coating technicians, and assembly operators.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing coaching.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Manage interpersonal dynamics to drive team collaboration and output.
• Build team capabilities through training and skill development.

Skills

People leadership

Manufacturing experience

Technical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Tools

Mastercam

ESPRIT

Job description

Amazon Manufacturing Services in Seattle, WA seeks a second shift Subtractive Manufacturing Manager to lead CNC machining, welding, sheet metal fabrication, powder coating, and assembly operations. You will own day-to-day production across multiple disciplines, manage teams, and drive improvements in quality and throughput.

The role emphasizes balancing production execution with technical problem-solving, team development, and cross-functional coordination to deliver high-quality parts on time.