Machine Shop Manager

Salary 75k-$90k/yearPosition OverviewSeeking an experienced CNC Programmer / Machine Shop Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for CNC programming, production scheduling, workforce coordination, material readiness, quality, and safety while ensuring production goals and customer deadlines are met.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, edit, and troubleshoot CNC programs using engineering drawings and job specifications.Oversee daily shop operations, assign work, and coordinate staffing, materials, tooling, and machine availability.Manage production schedules, monitor progress, and adjust priorities to meet delivery deadlines.Read and interpret blueprints, machining drawings, dimensions, and tolerances.Support machine setups, troubleshooting, programming, and quality concerns.Train and coach employees to improve productivity, skills, and workmanship.Ensure finished products meet quality standards and customer specifications.Enforce safety procedures, PPE requirements, and proper machine operation.Communicate production updates, material shortages, staffing needs, and equipment issues to management.Required QualificationsCNC programming experience in a machining or industrial manufacturing environment.Strong knowledge of CNC machine operation, setups, tooling, and machining processes.Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring instruments.Previous experience supervising employees or coordinating machine shop operations.Strong organizational, troubleshooting, leadership, and communication skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality and safety standards.Basic computer skills for production records, scheduling, and email.Preferred QualificationsExperience with CAD/CAM programming software.Background machining steel components or working in heavy industrial manufacturing.Familiarity with welding and fabrication processes.Experience improving efficiency, reducing scrap, and minimizing downtime