POSITION SUMMARY:

Manages all activities related to the machine shop, and machine shop preventive maintenance program by performing the following duties. Performs leadership duties related to the strategic functions.

JOB TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following job/task functions have been identified as the core functions of this position. However, the supervisor or manager may assign additional duties associated with this position.

• Manages and prioritizes activities of Machine Shop personnel to meet customer, plant and management requirements

• Control and minimize labor overtime, premium freight and repair expenses

• Manages capital asset maintenance

• Implements and maintains preventive maintenance programs

• Reviews / inspects orderliness and housekeeping to maintain company standards

• Performs all duties and operates machinery & equipment according to MIOSHA standards and company procedures using required safety equipment (gloves, sleeves, ear plugs, etc.)

• Direct, lead, and maintain the team’s 5S excellence and adherence.

• Review design, cost, and timing to formulate a feasible plan to provide all “make” items efficiently and at the lowest cost.

• Monitor job labor cost within the Machining Department on a weekly basis and report any overages to the GM.

• Adheres to established project timelines and provides regular timing / project updates to Leadership utilizing Microsoft Project and / or Office. 

• Gives direction and approval for revisions to project scope and timing.

• Monitor/improve quality of machine shop products.

• Monitor/improve machine shop capacity.

• Monitor/improve perishable tooling usage.

• Quote machine work for other plants and follow it through from PO to Delivery.

• Inspect completed work for conformance to standards.

• Promote teamwork and show a willingness to work with other departments

• Participates in continuous improvement activities.

• Maintains a high level of confidentiality in all duties.

Required Skills

MANAGERIAL:

• Performs all duties and operates machinery & equipment according to MIOSHA standards and company procedures using required safety equipment (gloves, sleeves, ear plugs, etc.)
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training associates; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Enforces MIOSHA and company safety regulations

Responsible for supervision of direct reports, including:

• CNC Machinist
• Wire EDM Machinist
• Technical Trade Program

Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit. 

Required Experience

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from four-year college or university, or 5+ years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education or experience.
• Programming and basic machine shop experience
• Extensive machining background or knowledge of machining

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Responsible for reading and understanding the TS16949 and ISO-14001 procedures
• CAD specific knowledge
  • Extensive knowledge of surfacing and surface run-off using customer provided math data and designs
  • Ability to import math data from Cadkey and AutoCad software.
• CAM software knowledge
  • Extensive knowledge of 2D/3D programming for CNC machining
• FMEA knowledge
  • Basic understanding of process
• GD&T knowledge
  • A working knowledge of the ANSI Y14.5m standards
  • The ability to apply the ANSI Y14.5m standards to drawings
• Effective email and electronic communication skills are required

MANAGERIAL:

• Performs all duties and operates machinery & equipment according to MIOSHA standards and company procedures using required safety equipment (gloves, sleeves, ear plugs, etc.)
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training associates; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Enforces MIOSHA and company safety regulations

Responsible for supervision of direct reports, including:

• CNC Machinist
• Wire EDM Machinist
• Technical Trade Program

Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit.