Production Manager - Machine Shop and Assembly Operations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field preferred; extensive hands-on machine shop leadership experience may substitute.
• Deep experience managing operations in heavy CNC machining and assembly environments.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with modern CNC machining software and programming platforms preferred.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments governed by AS9100 and ITAR compliance preferred.
• Must be a US Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily machine shop and lower assembly workflows to meet or exceed performance metrics.
• Establish and track departmental goals and KPIs aligned with MSD business objectives.
• Foster continuity across manufacturing areas and support corporate initiatives with regular performance metrics.
• Lead the design and implementation of manufacturing standards and process metrics for production consistency.
• Contribute to Root Cause/Corrective Action initiatives and lean manufacturing frameworks.
• Coach and mentor shop floor associates, ensuring accountability and understanding of performance objectives.
• Analyze and optimize assembly processes to reduce waste and improve inventory management.
• Cultivate a proactive lean manufacturing culture with employee ownership of improvement metrics.

Benefits

• Opportunity to lead and develop a world-class manufacturing team.
• Engagement in continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Visibility and influence in a critical leadership role within the organization.
• Support for professional development through training programs like Six Sigma.
• Active involvement in a highly regulated and quality-focused manufacturing environment.