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Amazon

Machine Shop Manager

Reading, MA · On-site

We are seeking an experienced Machine Shop Manager to own and operate the rapid prototyping shop at our Boston Development Center. As the leader for precision fabrication and additive manufacturing ...

Card-Monroe Corp

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Hixson, TN · On-site

Card-Monroe Group is looking for an experienced Machine Shop Manager to lead our CNC machining operation in Chattanooga, TN. This is an opportunity for a hands-on manufacturing leader who knows ...

Amazon

Machine Shop Manager

North Reading, MA · On-site

We are seeking an experienced Machine Shop Manager to own and operate the rapid prototyping shop at our Boston Development Center. As the leader for precision fabrication and additive manufacturing ...

Amazon

Machine Shop Manager

North Reading, MA · On-site

We are seeking an experienced Machine Shop Manager to own and operate the rapid prototyping shop at our Boston Development Center. As the leader for precision fabrication and additive manufacturing ...

All American Racers

Machine Shop Manager

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$115 - $130/hr

Day All American Racers is searching for a Machine Shop Manager to take full ownership of a six-mill CNC machine shop for a growing space & defense manufacturer that runs both composites and ...

Card-Monroe Corp.

Machine Shop Manager

Hixson, TN · On-site

Card-Monroe Group is looking for an experienced Machine Shop Manager to lead our CNC machining operation in Chattanooga, TN. This is an opportunity for a hands-on manufacturing leader who knows ...

CMC/CARD-MONROE CORP.

Machine Shop Manager

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$85 - $125/hr

Card-Monroe Group is looking for an experienced Machine Shop Manager to lead our CNC machining operation in Chattanooga, TN. This is an opportunity for a hands-on manufacturing leader who knows ...

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Machine Shop Manager

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Manage daily machine shop operations and personnel, either directly or through subordinates, to ... to senior management. Employee supervisory responsibilities: In accordance with Company policies ...

General Matter

Machine Shop Manager

Los Angeles, CA

$140/hr

Manage daily machine shop operations across machining, fabrication, and CNC production, translating the production schedule into completed parts. * Directly oversee Machinists, Machine Operators ...

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How much do senior machine shop manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior machine shop manager in the United States is $127,122.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $101,500.00 and $149,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Machine Shop Manager vs Machinist?

AspectSenior Machine Shop ManagerMachinist
CredentialsManagement experience, industry certificationsTechnical training, certifications in machining
Work EnvironmentOffice and shop oversight, management dutiesHands-on machining in shop floor
Industry UsageUsed in manufacturing, industrial facilitiesUsed in machine shops, manufacturing
Search IntentManagement roles, leadership in machiningTechnical skills, machining tasks

The main difference is that a Senior Machine Shop Manager oversees shop operations, manages staff, and plans production, while a Machinist performs hands-on machining tasks. The manager focuses on leadership and coordination, whereas the machinist concentrates on technical execution.

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Infographic showing various Senior Machine Shop Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,122 per year, or $61.1 per hour.

Machine Shop Manager

Aluminium Precision Products

Santa Ana, CA • On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Oversee the machine shops in the Susan St/Warner and Alton facilities to ensure production activities meet performance, productivity, efficiency, process reliability, and quality goals.

  • Work with programmers, machinists, and craftsmen to create efficient programs and processes, reduce set-ups and scrap, and increase throughput.

  • Ensure timely completion of production, monitor progress towards KPIs, and implement continuous improvements to operational efficiency and quality.

Job description

Aluminum Precision Products (APP) is an international leader in manufacturing aluminum forgings. We offer you the opportunity to be a part of a globally recognized organization that enjoys an unparalleled reputation for quality. Here you'll be challenged on a daily basis, tasked with solving problems, working with smart, energetic, and dedicated people with an opportunity to grow and learn.
Job Summary:
The Machine Shop Manager oversees the machine shops in the Susan St/Warner, as well as Alton facilities. The Machine Shop Manager plans, schedules, and manages all production activities and works to ensure that all workers meet the performance, productivity, efficiency, process reliability, and quality goals of Aluminum Precision Products.
Job Requirements:
  • Work directly with programmer(s), machinist(s), and craftsmen to ensure collaborate to create the most efficient programs/processes to reduce the amount of set-ups, scrap, cost of tooling being used, and increase throughput.
  • Ensures all production is performed in a timely manner.
  • Evaluate planned production and make changes as needed to ensure the department is working to achieve departmental and company KPIs.
  • Work on projects to assure continuous improvement.
  • Instructs and directs work activities of employees in assigned work area.
  • Promote and maintain a safe work environment.
  • Perform personnel functions such as selection, training, or evaluation.
  • Ensure adherence to APP's policies and procedures, including our code of conduct and ethics policy, product safety, employee safety and cultural beliefs.
  • Ensure adherence to all process specifications.
  • Support the Plant quality system goals / improvements & productivity goals / improvements within the scope of the job.
  • Must be willing to help our operators execute the setting up and running of parts
  • Determining best method for producing parts from blueprints including: order of operations, tooling, speeds and feeds, work-holding, and programming
  • Ensuring we are on track to meet our delivery dates and communicating any potential problems, including the need for overtime
  • Setting up, proofing out, and running parts as necessary
  • Continuously implementing improvements to operational efficiency and quality of work
  • Assisting in the designing of fixtures and tooling needs
  • Performing root-cause analysis on equipment, tooling, fixtures, processes, and material to determine the cause of non-conformances and defects. Adjust and reprograms controls, adjust feed and speeds, replace worn tooling
  • Diagnosing machine tool malfunctions to determine the need for adjustments or repairs
  • Must be able to plan and execute the machining of a part from a blueprint with minimal guidance or supervision
  • Interfaces with customers and other third-party auditors
  • Root Cause / Corrective Action
  • Justify and recommend capital equipment and tooling
  • Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and recommend suggestions to team
  • Ensure preventative maintenance policies are adhered to and that unscheduled repairs take place in a timely and cost-efficient manner
  • Oversee the process to ensure maximum utilization of equipment.
  • Maintain manufacturing work-flow daily by reviewing jobs, requirements, troubleshooting and resolving daily manufacturing opportunities
  • Ensure that machine shop personnel consistently meet or exceed deadlines while maintaining a high standard of quality.
  • Ability to drive continuous improvement in CNC machining operations, including ability to train on advanced machining techniques
  • Ability to read and comprehend product specifications, blueprints, drawings, models, operation sheets and part lists
  • Define all training, machinery, tooling, and process needs of the department.
  • Perform any other duties not mentioned above when instructed to do so by the department manager.

Skill Requirements:
  • 8+ years of experience in a leadership role within a Machine Shop or Die Shop environment.
  • Must have experience with 3- & 4-axis CNC Mill & 2-axis Lathe set-up and programming (Haas & Okuma mills, Mazak lathe experience helpful).
  • Must be able to effectively communicate effectively orally and in writing. This includes communication with customers, management and employees.
  • Must have experience in all aspects of product machining, including industrialized equipment, and technologies.
  • Aerospace experience preferred.
  • LEAN conceptual training preferred.
  • Experience with both CNC and conventional machine tools with experience/knowledge programming and operating CNC lathes, mills, muti-axis machining centers.
  • Advanced Blueprint Reading.

Why work for APP?
  • Medical, Dental, Vision - Generous company contribution, low cost to employee
  • Life insurance - 100% company paid - covers employee, spouse and dependent children
  • Generous Vacation Time
  • 9 Paid Holidays
  • Holiday Shut Down (Christmas thru New Year's)
  • Sick Time
  • Annual Bonus (based on company meeting Key Results)
  • 401k (Company matches up to 4%)
  • ESOP Employee Profit Sharing Retirement Plan (100% Company Paid)
  • Tuition reimbursement

Compensation: $100,000 - $125,000 annually. This is the lowest to highest hourly rate we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.
APP is an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) Company and we are committed to the long term growth of our organization and employees. We offer an excellent benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401k plan.
APP, Inc. engineers and manufactures certain products that are considered ITAR-controlled items under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Consistent with ITAR, any position at APP, Inc. that involves work with the engineering or manufacturing functions of the Company may only be filled by a candidate who is (i) a citizen of the United States, or (ii) a person who has been accorded the privilege of residing permanently in the United States as an immigrant in accordance with the immigration laws. Are you a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Person? (U.S. Person = a natural person who is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).)
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