Production Manager

About This Role

Oversee daily shop floor operations including scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow optimization. Manage a team of CNC machinists, coordinate with engineering and quality departments, and ensure on-time delivery of customer orders.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives, track KPIs (OTD, scrap rate, machine utilization), and maintain a safe, organized work environment. This role is the heartbeat of our production — you keep everything running. We're a startup — everyone gives 110%, one shared goal.

As Production Manager, you'll have real ownership over how the shop operates day-to-day. You're building the production systems, workflows, and culture from the ground up. This isn't a maintenance role — it's a creation role.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily shop floor operations and production scheduling
• Lead and develop a team of CNC machinists and operators
• Coordinate with engineering and quality departments on job priorities
• Track and optimize KPIs: on-time delivery, scrap rate, machine utilization
• Implement and maintain production scheduling and ERP/MRP systems
• Drive lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure on-time delivery of all customer orders
• Manage resource allocation: machines, materials, personnel
• Conduct performance reviews, mentoring, and team development
• Maintain safe work environment and OSHA compliance
• Resolve production bottlenecks and escalate issues proactively
• Report on production status, capacity, and forecasting to leadership
• Manage overtime scheduling and shift coverage
• Coordinate with sales on quoting lead times and capacity planning

Requirements

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience with 2+ years in a supervisory role
• Strong understanding of CNC milling and turning operations
• Experience with production scheduling and ERP/MRP systems
• Proven leadership skills: team building, conflict resolution, performance management
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
• Excellent communication skills — bridge the gap between shop floor and front office
• OSHA safety compliance knowledge
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making under pressure
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and production tracking software
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality management experience
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher
• Experience managing a shop of 10+ machinists
• Familiarity with aerospace or defense production requirements (ITAR, NADCAP)
• Experience with 3, 4, and 5-axis CNC operations
• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, engineering, or related field

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive pay: $45–$55/hour depending on experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Overtime opportunities (time and a half)
• Professional development and leadership training
• Modern shop with advanced CNC equipment
• Startup culture with performance bonuses and growth opportunities

Additional Information