About this role
Job title: CNC Shop Production Manager
About the Role
As the CNC Shop Production Manager, you will lead the machining operation — people, processes, and performance — to deliver precision components safely, on time, and to quality standards. You will drive throughput, efficiency, and continuous improvement while developing a capable, engaged team.
What You'll Do
- Lead and develop the CNC machining team to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives
- Plan and manage production schedules, capacity, and resources to meet demand
- Drive machine utilization, throughput, and efficiency improvements
- Oversee setup, programming, tooling, and process standards
- Monitor KPIs (OEE, scrap, on-time delivery) and lead corrective actions
- Partner with engineering and quality to resolve issues and improve processes
- Manage maintenance, tooling, and capital planning for the machine shop
- Champion Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement
What We're Looking For
- High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree preferred
- 5+ years of CNC machining experience, including 2+ years leading or supervising a team
- Strong knowledge of CNC programming, setup, tooling, and machining processes
- Ability to read blueprints and interpret GD&T
- Demonstrated leadership and production management skills
Nice to Have
- Experience managing a machine shop in a high-mix, tight-tolerance, or regulated environment
- Proficiency with CAM software and CNC controls (Fanuc, Haas, Mazak, etc.)
- Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing and OEE improvement
- Experience with ERP/MES systems and capacity planning