Machine Shop Production Manager

Machine Shop Production Manager

We are seeking a highly experienced and hands-on Production Manager to oversee daily machining operations in a fast-paced, high-mix, low-volume production environment. This role is responsible for coordinating labor, equipment, and workflows to meet production goals while driving safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical background in precision machining, effective leadership skills, and a collaborative mindset to align departmental performance with broader operational targets. This position reports directly to Plant Management and plays a critical role in optimizing throughput and ensuring customer delivery expectations are met.

Key Responsibilities

▪     Manage the day-to-day operations of the machine shop, including CNC, conventional, and specialty machining equipment

▪     Oversee production schedules, labor planning, and resource utilization to ensure on-time delivery and operational efficiency

▪     Lead a team of machinists, set-up operators, and technical personnel, providing coaching, support, and performance feedback

▪     Collaborate closely with engineering, quality, maintenance, and planning teams to drive throughput, reduce downtime, and resolve technical issues

▪     Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as safety, quality, delivery, and productivity, and report progress to senior management

▪     Support and participate in process improvement initiatives, root cause analysis, and corrective / preventive actions (CAPA)

▪     Identify capacity constraints, machine performance issues, and labor shortages, and implement timely solutions

▪     Coordinate with the Maintenance team to prioritize urgent repairs and ensure adherence to preventative maintenance routines

▪     Enforce and uphold company safety standards and regulatory compliance in accordance with OSHA and internal policies

▪     Foster a culture of continuous improvement, teamwork, accountability, and professional growth on the shop floor

Requirements

Machine Shop Production Manager

We are seeking a highly experienced and hands-on Production Manager to oversee daily machining operations in a fast-paced, high-mix, low-volume production environment. This role is responsible for coordinating labor, equipment, and workflows to meet production goals while driving safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical background in precision machining, effective leadership skills, and a collaborative mindset to align departmental performance with broader operational targets. This position reports directly to Plant Management and plays a critical role in optimizing throughput and ensuring customer delivery expectations are met.

Key Responsibilities

▪     Manage the day-to-day operations of the machine shop, including CNC, conventional, and specialty machining equipment

▪     Oversee production schedules, labor planning, and resource utilization to ensure on-time delivery and operational efficiency

▪     Lead a team of machinists, set-up operators, and technical personnel, providing coaching, support, and performance feedback

▪     Collaborate closely with engineering, quality, maintenance, and planning teams to drive throughput, reduce downtime, and resolve technical issues

▪     Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as safety, quality, delivery, and productivity, and report progress to senior management

▪     Support and participate in process improvement initiatives, root cause analysis, and corrective / preventive actions (CAPA)

▪     Identify capacity constraints, machine performance issues, and labor shortages, and implement timely solutions

▪     Coordinate with the Maintenance team to prioritize urgent repairs and ensure adherence to preventative maintenance routines

▪     Enforce and uphold company safety standards and regulatory compliance in accordance with OSHA and internal policies

▪     Foster a culture of continuous improvement, teamwork, accountability, and professional growth on the shop floor