Machine Shop Manager

Machine Shop Manager

Overview

Provides general supervision for the set up and operation of a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts, instruments and repairs as part of the manual machining process. Your team includes precision instrument makers who fabricate, modify, or repair mechanical instruments. They may also fabricate and modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures. Experience in heavy industrial machines is highly desired.

Essential Duties & Other Responsibilities

• Division Leader with P&L accountability for Machining Services Department
• Coordinate and monitor daily manpower and equipment needs, and workload efficiencies of machining teams
• Highly experienced with manual machining and all associated tooling
• Moderately experienced with CNC machining and all associated tooling
• Interface with customers periodically to review projects and other capabilities
• Review fabrication drawings, estimate budget, develop scope of work and other contractual documentation as applicable
• Compliance with all company policies, procedures and initiatives
• Constantly monitor and report on department productivity and backlog
• Drive profitability of company with professional, high-quality machining services and repairs that meet or exceed original equipment specifications, while meeting service and overall company objectives
• Work with Keller management, and Human Resources, in the lifecycle of employees, from recruitment to separation
• Provide leadership and employee development opportunities (on-the-job, EASA classes, correspondence courses or any other educational opportunities approved by management)
• Participate in annual performance evaluations for all direct reports and performance improvement plans as needed
• Coordinate and run daily/weekly production and toolbox meetings
• Coordinate repairs during normal hours as well as after hours, including bringing in material and employees to complete the job even if outside normal realm of responsibilities
• Prioritize incoming requests and follow up as needed
• Provide technical information required by the vendors - material lists, dimensional drawings, manuals, etc...
• Communicate delivery and status of orders to customers
• Use of various communication tools - phone, voicemail, computer
• Assist in the preparation of job packets, including any paperwork as applicable
• Quality control of work before its machine and after machine work

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Effective leadership and management skills, along with cohesive team building skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills, and problem sensitivity
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills
• Solid communication skills (clear, concise), and excellent interpersonal skills in building relationships
• Excellent trouble shooter in tough situations as well as handling multiple tasks with skillfulness
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in constructive and timely manner
• Ability to deal with customers and co-workers in a pleasant and professional manner
• Ability to read and interpret dimensional drawings and fabricate as applicable
• Ability to interface with internal & external customers as well as peers
• Must be a highly motivated individual with outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail

Other Duties & Requirements

• A degree in mechanical engineering/engineering technology is preferred or 10+ years of job-related experience is acceptable
• Minimum 10 years of machining experience demonstrated in the industrial market
• Have a satisfactory motor vehicle report as the position may operate company vehicles on an as needed basis
• Experience with electro-mechanical and industrial-mechanical equipment
• Previous work experience in the mining and/or aggregate industries preferred
• Experienced with using project scheduling software is a plus
• Experienced with AutoCad and/or Solid Works is a plus
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Project, Excel, Outlook and Word)
• Along with your team, perform preventative and predictive maintenance on shop equipment.
• Assist with the selection of the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work.
• Troubleshoot and repair shop machinery as needed.
• Write and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Complete daily maintenance and repair logs.
• Communicate with operators from other shifts.
• Other duties may be assigned.