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Laborup

Machine Shop Foreman

Birmingham, AL · On-site

We are partnering with a precision manufacturer supporting aerospace, defense, medical device, and other mission-critical industries to identify an experienced Machine Shop Manager. This is a hands ...

Laborup

Machine Shop Foreman

Birmingham, AL · On-site

We are partnering with a precision manufacturer supporting aerospace, defense, medical device, and other mission-critical industries to identify an experienced Machine Shop Manager. This is a hands ...

Laborup

Machine Shop Foreman

Birmingham, AL

We are partnering with a precision manufacturer supporting aerospace, defense, medical device, and other mission-critical industries to identify an experienced Machine Shop Manager. This is a hands ...

Manchester, NH Area Employer

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Machine Shop Operations Manager

Manchester, NH · On-site

$70K - $100K/yr

Ready for More Than Just Another Shop Manager Job? We are an established CNC machine shop looking for an experienced manufacturing professional who wants the opportunity to learn the business, help ...

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Villanova University

Graduate Shop Manager

Villanova, PA · On-site

$15/hr

Set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. May also ... Shop Manager • Perform a variety of machining operations to extremely close tolerances using ...

AGC Heat Transfer, Inc

Machine Shop Lead

Fairview, OR · On-site

$30 - $32/hr

Machine Shop Lead AGC Heat Transfer, Inc. | Fairview, OR Full-Time | Non-Exempt (Hourly) Pay Range ... Transfer completed jobs to inventory and kitting teams. * Assist with tooling inventory management.

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

As of Aug 14, 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 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $127,122 per year, or $61.1 per hour.

Machine Shop Foreman

Laborup

Birmingham, AL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

We are partnering with a precision manufacturer supporting aerospace, defense, medical device, and other mission-critical industries to identify an experienced Machine Shop Manager.

This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing daily machine shop operations while driving safety, quality, delivery, and continuous improvement across a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate is an experienced machine shop leader who has grown through the machining ranks, understands complex manufacturing at a technical level, and enjoys building high-performing teams while solving difficult production challenges.


Responsibilities:

  • Help lead day-to-day machine shop floor operations across machining, programming, quality, and production teams.
  • Develop, coach, and mentor machinists, programmers, and manufacturing personnel while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Drive safety, quality, productivity, on-time delivery, and operational performance throughout the facility.
  • Partner with manufacturing engineering and programming teams to support new product introductions, process development, first articles, and production launches.
  • Remove production bottlenecks by troubleshooting machining, tooling, fixturing, programming, and quality challenges.
  • Support automation initiatives including robotic cells, pallet systems, probing technology, and lights-out manufacturing.
  • Ensure compliance with aerospace quality standards, inspection requirements, and customer expectations.
  • Establish standardized manufacturing processes that improve repeatability, efficiency, and quality.
  • Track operational metrics and lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on scrap reduction, cycle time improvements, and overall equipment effectiveness.

Requirements

  • 15+ years of CNC machining experience with progression into manufacturing leadership.
  • Previous experience managing a precision machine shop, production department, or manufacturing operation.
  • Strong background in high-mix, low-volume aerospace, defense, medical device, or other precision manufacturing environments.
  • Extensive knowledge of 5-axis machining, process development, setup optimization, and production operations.
  • Experience leading machinists, programmers, manufacturing engineers, inspectors, and production personnel.
  • Strong understanding of GD&T, blueprint interpretation, tooling, fixturing, workholding, probing, offsets, and machining strategy.
  • Experience with automation, robotic integration, pallet systems, or lights-out manufacturing preferred.
  • Proven ability to improve operational performance through process optimization, coaching, and continuous improvement.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Ongoing technical training and career advancement