Full Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Production Department Machine Manager is responsible for the overall management of the Machine Department, with responsibility that may include manual, CNC and grinding processes. This position will lead a highly experienced and professional team to meet our customer goals. This position will work alongside a professional management group in the short- and long-term planning needs of production output, staffing, equipment, technology, quality, and training. Additionally, this position is responsible for the motivation and morale of the department and individuals to ensure a continuous and positive contribution to the demands of the company.
This management position will ensure that the scheduled work is executed safely and in a systematic manner so that qualified technicians can perform the assigned tasks and will monitor the completion of work while ensuring the quality standards are being met.
This position operates from a climate controlled and modern facility.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Component Repair Technologies, Inc. (CRT) began as a locally family-owned business, with operations in Mentor, OH since 1985, and grew into a global leader (500+ employees) in the aerospace MRO sector. Specializing in the repair and overhaul of turbine engine components, CRT proudly serves the world's largest airlines and jet engine manufactures. Component Repair Technologies is focused on our valued employees, customers, and community.
In 2025, CRT became a Safran Aircraft Engines company as a Center of Excellence for the repair of large jet engine parts in the Americas.
For over 120 years, Safran, through its Aircraft Engines subsidiary, designs, produces, markets and supports, alone or in partnership, aircraft engines offering world-class performance and reliability. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible.
Operating through CFM International, its 50/50 joint venture with GE Aerospace, Safran Aircraft Engines is the world's leading supplier of single-aisle commercial jet engines, the CFM56 and LEAP. Safran Aircraft Engines is fully committed to sustainable aviation through the RISE (Revolutionary Innovation for Sustainable Engines) technology development program. Safran Aircraft Engines also deploys a global network providing a full range of support, maintenance & repair services.
Visit www.componentrepair.comand www.safran-group.comfor more information.
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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provide direct managerial oversight of the department and personnel, including shift departmental supervisors.
2. Coordinate, plan and direct all activities of the assigned machine department (CNC, Manual, ID/OD Grind or Tooling) that contribute to the repair of the turbine engine component.
3. Establish daily, weekly, and monthly objectives and communicate the plan to your team.
4. Oversee the safety and well-being of the team in accordance with the company standards.
5. Monitor assigned work while reviewing completed jobs/projects to ensure adherence to work scope and company expectations.
6. Utilize computer software programs and applications in assigning, verifying, tracking, and monitoring metrics and job assignments.
7. Motivate, coach, and counsel team members to achieve desired results.
8. Manage personnel work hours, scheduled time off, shift schedules, and overtime to meet the customer requirements.
9. Perform functions, such as performance reviews, employee development, accountability of team members, conflict resolution, and disciplinary action.
10. Collaborate with designated trainers and other department managers to monitor, guide, and improve upon employee development as well as process improvements.
11. Conduct regularly scheduled department meetings, including monthly meetings and smaller more frequent group meetings as required. Communicate changes that affect employees in a timely manner.
12. Detect issues in efficiency and suggest methods for improvements.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
1. A minimum of five years' experience as a supervisor or manager in a manufacturing environment or similar.
2. A minimum of five years' experience in interpreting and following verbal and written instructions accurately, including the reading and interpretation of shop drawings and work scope instructions, and applying basic shop math skills to the same.
3. High School graduate, with advanced educational accreditation preferred.
4. Experience in and a demonstrated solid foundation in the knowledge of computers and standard software programs.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
1. Demonstrated ability to multi-task while adhering to a high attention to detail standards.
2. Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
3. Understanding of safety regulations and best practices in a manufacturing environment.
4. Overall knowledge of manufacturing processes and production equipment.
5. Previous experience or familiarity with measuring gages such as calipers and micrometers.
6. Demonstrated previous experience in reading and applying in-depth work instruction and diagrams to daily work assignments.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
1. This position has pre-employment testing requirements that may require fitness for duty testing and a vision exam.
2. Follow general shop safety procedures including the occasional use of safety glasses, safety toe shoes, and hearing protection.
3. Stand and/or sit for portions of the shift.
COMPANY BENEFITS
Our employees and families are the number one asset at CRT. A progressive and innovative benefits package is in place, such as:
1. CRT currently offers two excellent health care options, one being a fully funded program (no premiums for employee and family) and the other being a traditional employee premium contribution. Programs include health, vision, and dental coverages. Additional programs include short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
2. The company offers a 401k program with company match.
3. Continuing education is offered via multiple sources and opportunities with tuition reimbursement based on eligibility requirements.
4. Traditional paid time off (PTO) is offered via vacation days and personal days.
5. Multiple shift opportunities with hourly premiums for off-shifts are offered.
To review other benefits, visit our website at www.componentrepair.com/join-us/ or Facebook page www.facebook.com/ComponentRepair to see, "what we are up to."
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PARTICIPATION
Component Repair Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/H/V.
CRT is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace and promoting the health and well-being of its employees. It is the Company's policy to only hire individuals who do not use drugs. All candidates will be screened for drug use prior to hire. Employment opportunities at CRT are open to all qualified applicants solely based on their job-related experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. CRT complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws with regards to equal employment opportunity.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
