Machine Shop Manager

Smiths Group•Laconia, NH

2d•$55,000

About The Position

Ready to make your next move? A career at STS Aerospace allows you to take ownership of challenges, think creatively and be a part of our exciting growth journey. STS Aerospace in Laconia, NH is searching for an effective Machine Shop Manager to join the team. This position oversees daily operations, making sure production cycles are met from part design to fabrication. Machine shop manager also deal with raw material and equipment logistics, people resources and administrative processes. Managing the machine shop includes quoting, the allocation of work to machinists, managing priorities, maintaining equipment and managing personnel. This position also requires programming of CNC equipment to provide a quality that meets quality and drawing requirements and is machined to the most economically. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and with reasonable accommodation when necessary.

Requirements

5+ years Technical know-how, leadership skills, interpersonal intelligence, expert knowledge of CNC machining of metal components, supervisory experience and Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Effectively lead and coordinate activity in a machine shop, and make sure operations are carried out efficiently and safely.
Expert technical support for all Machine Shop personnel
Defining manufacturing methodology with design, manufacturing and process engineers
Continuous Improvement of the process and tooling. Mistake Proofing
Create CNC programs
Working with Project management on New Product Development
Working with manufacturing and tool room
Listen to inputs from production, management, quality, planning, purchasing and SES (black belt) personnel and use those inputs to improve the process
Any other projects or designs requested by the Engineering or Production Manager
Train personnel on setup and production
Train employees in the proper use of equipment, enforce safety regulations, assign tasks, and oversee employees' work.
Design and creation of holding fixtures for machining processes
Order and manage raw materials and consumable tools for machine shop
Attend meetings and participate, as required
Knowledge and ability to set up and run CNC equipment
Any additional duties as required
Consistently, regularly and dependably at work and on time.