Machine Shop Operations Manager Jobs in Rochester, NY

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Machining Manufacturing Manager will lead day-to-day shop operations—overseeing CNC, manual machining and Coils, managing schedules, ensuring safety, quality, and mentoring machinists. Through strategic day to day actions, implement efficiency improvements, liaise with engineering, quoting, quality, maintenance, and report to senior leadership.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Production Planning & Scheduling:

• Develop and maintain daily/weekly production schedules

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders & planning to hit delivery targets

Team leadership and Development:

• Supervise and Mentor machinist personnel

• Conduct performance reviews and manage corrective actions

• Hire, onboard and train staff

Machining Oversight:

• Supervise machining shift leads, CNC programmers, machinist, operators

• Develop and execute strategic plans for process improvements and implementation

• Provide strategic data to day guidance to the machining department aimed at attaining KPI’s

• Work with senior management to develop KPI’s for the department

Equipment & Inventory Management:

• Coordinate maintenance and ensure uptime

• Oversee tooling, materials purchasing, and tool crib controls

Continuous Improvement & Reporting:

• Implement lean initiatives to optimize workflow

• Track KPIs (efficiency, scrap, downtime) and share metrics with management

Customer & Cross-Functional Coordination:

• Support RFQs, labor estimates, and part quoting

• Address technical queries and update clients on progress

General:

• Review of all procedures related to your job per “HR LG 01 Training Matrix”

• Completion within time stated of all training required by Job Description in “HR LG 01 Training Matrix”

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Regular and punctual attendance.

• Follow all Company policies and procedures.

Note: This is not an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Commitment to a safety culture where safety is the first consideration before starting any task.

• Proficient in CNC mill and lathe operations

• Proficient with selection and use of inspection equipment and techniques.

• Proficient with Interpret of drawings and specifications.

• Understands basics of office computer software

• Familiar with use of ERP System(s)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5 years minimum experience in machining operations supervisory or management role

• Associate’s or bachelor’s in manufacturing, Engineering, or related field preferred — or equivalent shop experience

• Must be a team player and willing to complete professional development goals

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The performance of this position will require exposure to the manufacturing areas where all areas require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection, steel toe shoes, and other mandatory safety equipment.

• For the most part, ambient temperatures with typical plant lighting and manufacturing equipment are present throughout the facility.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Sit or stand as needed.

• Walking primarily on a level surface for periodic periods throughout the day.

• Reaching above shoulder height, below the waist, or lifting as required to reach documents or store materials throughout the workday.

• Proper lifting techniques required.

• Ability and comfortability to work in small confine spaces while following proper safety protocol.

• Ability to accomplish the physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

SAFETY AND POLICY PRACTICES:

Each employee must be knowledgeable of standard safety policies and procedures and adhere to the same while supporting the goals and objectives of the organization and recognizing the Company’s need to achieve its business objectives. Each employee is responsible for complying with company hazardous waste disposal procedures.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION:

ADDMAN Engineering is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. All terms and conditions of employment will be administered without regard to an individual’s sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

NOTE: This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time, and the employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. ADDMAN Engineering reserves the right to add, delete or modify these duties and responsibilities at its discretion. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Employment is at-will, and nothing in this job description is intended to create or imply a contractual relationship or alter the at-will status of the employee.