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Immediate opening for a Machine Shop Manager in Murphys, CA who possesses:
*10+ years of CNC machinist experience
*Supervisory, shop floor lead, or machine shop leadership experience required
*Mechanical machine shop experience required; electrical or automation-focused backgrounds are not the target
Email resumes to charding@talentzok.com.
FULL DESCRIPTION: We are seeking a Machine Shop Manager to oversee daily machine shop operations within a precision manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of high-quality components while managing shop personnel, workflow, in-process quality control, equipment maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on CNC machining and programming experience, mechanical machine shop expertise, and the leadership ability to mentor, develop, and support shop personnel in a tight-knit manufacturing environment.
The selected candidate will be responsible for:
Directing and overseeing daily machine shop operations to ensure safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery
Supervising, training, mentoring, and evaluating machinists, CNC operators, programmers, and other shop personnel
Managing and mentoring the existing shop supervisor and production team members
Planning, prioritizing, and coordinating workflow, labor, and resources to meet production schedules and customer requirements
Coordinating capacity planning, scheduling, and shop floor priorities
Monitoring production performance and implementing corrective actions to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and optimize throughput
Ensuring proper tooling, materials, and supplies are available to support production requirements
Supporting hands-on CNC programming and machining needs as required
Interpreting engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, and manufacturing specifications
Developing efficient machining strategies based on technical requirements
Selecting tooling, establishing cutting parameters, and optimizing cycle times while maintaining quality standards
Managing preventive maintenance programs and coordinating equipment repairs to maximize machine uptime and reliability
Collaborating with engineering, quality, facilities, and operations teams to meet customer requirements and delivery schedules
Monitoring productivity, performance metrics, quality, and shop output
Supporting in-process quality control and continuous improvement initiatives
Developing, maintaining, and providing formalized instruction for employee training programs
Fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, safety, mentorship, and continuous improvement throughout the machine shop
Supporting growth of the shop management structure and technical development of the team
Performing other duties as assigned to support shop operations and business needs
The selected candidate will also possess:
10+ years of CNC machinist experience required
Hands-on CNC programming experience required
Mechanical machine shop background required
Supervisory, shop floor lead, or machine shop leadership experience required
Experience managing, mentoring, or developing machinists, CNC operators, programmers, or shop personnel
Experience with CAM software such as Mastercam, Fusion 360, GibbsCAM, Esprit, or similar programming platforms
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, and manufacturing specifications
Experience with mills, lathes, CNC mills, CNC lathes, hand tools, and related shop equipment
Experience with ERP software preferred
Strong production management, workflow coordination, and resource management skills
Strong quality control, safety management, and technical problem-solving skills
Ability to select tooling, establish cutting parameters, and optimize cycle times
Ability to monitor performance, identify issues, evaluate solutions, and make sound decisions
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong time management, prioritization, organization, and critical thinking skills
Ability to lead, mentor, train, and motivate shop personnel
Ability to work onsite in a hands-on machine shop environment
Ability to work a self-directed schedule supporting shop shifts and production needs
Physical Requirements:
Ability to regularly stand, walk, and sit throughout the workday
Ability to frequently use hands to finger, handle, feel, reach, and operate tools, equipment, computers, and machinery
Ability to communicate verbally and hear in a loud shop environment
Ability to occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, or crawl
Ability to occasionally lift, push, pull, or move up to 50 pounds
Ability to use close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and adjust focus as needed
Ability to work around moving mechanical parts and shop equipment
Ability to work in an environment with occasional exposure to outside weather conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, electrical shock risk, and vibration
Ability to work in a shop environment where noise levels are usually loud
Ability to wear required safety glasses and follow all required safety procedures in restricted shop areas
Salary Range: $130,000 to $150,000/year + bonus eligibility
For immediate and confidential consideration, please email your resume to charding@talentzok.com.
More information can be found at www.talentzok.com.
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