Manager of Machining Operations

Barron Industries • Oxford, MI

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About The Position

Barron Industries, a leading investment casting and precision machining company serving the aerospace and defense industries, is seeking an experienced Manager of Machining Operations for its Oxford, Michigan team. The company manufactures mission-critical metal components for highly regulated applications and emphasizes quality systems, safety, and continuous improvement. Its new Aerospace and Defense Advanced Manufacturing Technology Center (ADAMTeC) is opening soon and is expected to create 50 new jobs.

The manager will lead the build-out and launch of the initial precision machining cell, owning machining operations from drawing review and CNC programming through setup, tooling, and hands-on machining. The role will establish standardized, safe, efficient, repeatable processes and bring the cell to production capability within the first 90 days. As capacity grows, the manager will build and lead a team of machinists and an Applications Specialist, ensure compliance with applicable quality and regulatory requirements, and partner with company leadership on machining strategy, equipment investments, and future capacity planning. The position provides leadership and operational support across two facilities.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of experience in precision CNC machining.
• Extensive hands-on experience with CNC programming, applications, machine setup, and machining operations.
• Proven experience with high-precision machining processes and tight-tolerance components.
• Prior leadership experience overseeing a CNC machining team, department, or operation.
• An ownership mentality and ability to build a machining capability from the ground up and take accountability for results.
• Ability to work effectively in a hands-on manufacturing environment while developing processes, people, and capabilities.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to provide leadership and operational support across two facilities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Doosan and Makino CNC equipment.
• Experience in aerospace and defense manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with ITAR, ISO 9001, and AS9100 requirements.
• Experience machining complex, high-value, tight-tolerance aerospace or defense components.
• Experience establishing machining processes, standards, and workflows in a growing operation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the build-out and launch of the initial precision machining cell, including equipment selection, installation, setup, and commissioning.
• Own machining processes from end to end, including drawing review, CNC programming, setup, tooling, and hands-on machining.
• Develop and implement standardized workflows, processes, and best practices for safe, efficient, and repeatable production.
• Bring the initial machining cell to fully operational status and produce quality parts to specification within the first 90 days.
• Build, mentor, and lead a growing team of machinists and an Applications Specialist as machining capacity expands.
• Ensure machining operations meet quality and compliance requirements, including ITAR, ISO 9001, and AS9100 standards.
• Partner with company leadership on machining strategy, equipment investments, and future capacity planning while maintaining ownership and accountability for machining operations.
• Provide leadership and operational support across two facilities.

Benefits

• 100% of health insurance premiums paid for employees, their spouses, and children.
• Additional medical GAP insurance to assist with deductibles.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Life insurance.
• HSA and FSA options.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed