General Description:
Support Machine Shop Manager with all duties related to managing a dynamic team of experienced union machinists. The goal of the Machine Shop is to produce high quality parts and assemblies on- time and as ordered, utilizing procedures, metrics, continuous improvement, and other business tools as necessary to meet HRL’s business needs.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Position is secondary manager to the Manager, Machine Shop for all union Machine Shop personnel
Essential Duties:
Assist in the management of Machine Shop staff
Constant job estimating and estimation of shop’s resources requirements
Prioritize, schedule, and assign jobs in cooperation with Queue Manager
Manage jobs capacity and resources to meet HRL needs
Oversee jobs inspection process and documentation
Manage tooling, material inventory, and supplies
Develop and document procedures and work instructions
Interact with customers for engineering support, delivery dates, and job updates
Oversee shop organization, safety, and preventive maintenance
Utilize metrics to support customer needs and make business decisions
Improve efficiency through continuous improvement and LEAN practices
Strategic planning to support Machine Shop and HRL needs
Assist in managing department budget
Report and analyze Machine Shop performance and metrics
Any other job responsibilities as required or assigned
Required Skills:
7+ years of experience as a machinist and programming
3+ years of experience managing machinists
Experience managing staffing, resources, budgets, inventory, equipment, schedule, and capacity
Strong organizational and administrative skills to manage on-time delivery of complex prototype parts and assemblies
Experience working with union employees preferred
Must have good verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills with staff as well as customers
Ability to set expectations, support, and hold people accountable
Reporting and computer skills using Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and SharePoint
Working knowledge of machining equipment (conventional and CNC mills and lathes, inspection equipment), and outside processes
Proficient at programming with MasterCam for standard and model base definition
Strong understanding of current machining practices, tooling, equipment, technology, and trends
Competency with common machine-shop and safety practices
Possess a strong understanding of common manufacturing processes (EDM, waterjet, laser cutting, welding, and sheet metal fabrication)
Ability to develop strategic recommendations for increasing capability and growth
Individual must be a highly motivated self-starter with strong attention to detail, great follow-through, and work with little supervision.
Required Education:
High school diploma with 7+ years’ training/experience as a machinist and 3+ years’ training/experience in management
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer, as well as physically capable of navigating a working machine shop to actively manage staff.
Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
Able to wear Personal Protective Equipment, safety glasses and closed toe shoes.
Special Requirements:
Ability to work flexible hours.
U.S. citizen or permanent resident status required.
Compensation:
The base salary range for this full-time position is $99,705 - $124,683 + bonus + benefits.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits.
