Machine Shop Manager

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Machine Shop Manager

A growing precision manufacturing company near Charlottesville, VA (within 35 minutes) in the industrial tooling sector is seeking a hands‑on Machine Shop Manager to lead daily operations at a small, high‑precision shop. The facility specializes in producing custom tooling using CNC and grinding equipment. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a shop undergoing modernization and process standardization under new leadership.

• Have experience managing a small machining or tooling operation and enjoy a “player‑coach” role.

• Are skilled in CNC or grinding machinery and can document and digitize shop processes effectively.

• Communicate clearly, lead by example, and motivate a small technical team to hit performance goals.

• Understand production flow, quality standards, and basic operational or financial metrics in a manufacturing environment.

• The challenge of building and improving a high‑precision operation through process modernization.

• The opportunity for advancement as the shop grows and scales under an expanding manufacturing organization.

• Competitive compensation and benefits
  , including insurance, 401(k) match, and relocation support.

• A strong team‑oriented culture within a stable and technology‑driven company focused on growth.

• Associate degree or higher in Manufacturing Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• 5+ years of machining or manufacturing experience with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.

• Proven experience with CNC or grinding machines, and a strong understanding of machining processes and documentation standards.

If this resonates with you and you believe you can meet the challenges of a growing company in the industrial manufacturing sector, please apply.