Machine Shop Manager

Machine Shop Manager

Salary: $ 85,000.00

We have partnered with a growing organization in the Northern New Jersey area to provide them with a Machine Shop Manager. The company operates in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Please review the description below and let us know if you are interested.

• 5–10+ years machining experience with hands-on CNC programming and operation
• 3–5+ years leadership experience in a machine shop or manufacturing environment
• Strong expertise in GD&T, blueprint reading, and tight tolerances
• Proven ability to troubleshoot machining, tooling, and programming issues
• Experience managing production schedules, workflows, and shop floor operations

Operations & Production

• Oversee daily operations of CNC and manual machining departments
• Plan, schedule, and prioritize jobs to meet production deadlines and customer requirements
• Ensure efficient machine setup, operation, and uptime (mills, lathes, grinders, etc.)
• Monitor workflow and allocate resources to maintain productivity and delivery targets
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering and Quality teams to resolve production challenges

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise machinists, programmers, and support staff
• Assign work, manage performance, and provide ongoing coaching
• Train employees on machining processes, safety, and quality standards
• Support recruiting, hiring, and onboarding efforts
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure adherence to dimensional tolerances and surface finish requirements
• Interpret blueprints, CAD models, and process documentation
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for defects or inefficiencies
• Implement process improvements, tooling enhancements, and lean initiatives
• Maintain compliance with quality standards and documentation practices

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce workplace safety policies and regulatory compliance (OSHA standards)
• Identify risks and implement corrective/preventive actions
• Ensure proper maintenance, calibration, and safe operation of equipment

Equipment & Resource Management

• Oversee preventive maintenance and machine repair schedules
• Manage tooling, fixtures, and consumables inventory
• Evaluate and recommend capital equipment investments to improve capacity and efficiency

• High School Diploma or GED
• Preferred:
  Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• Strong understanding of GD&T, machining tolerances, and blueprint reading.
• Experience with machining aluminum, steel, and specialty alloys.
• Ability to troubleshoot machining, programming, and tooling issues.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience in a casting/foundry-related machining environment.
• Knowledge of Mastercam, Fusion 360, or similar CAM software.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, 5S, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience working in ISO-certified environments.

• 100% onsite
• Manufacturing shop setting with exposure to machinery, noise, and metalworking materials.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move between departments for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. as needed.
• No sponsor ships or visa holders. No Corp-to-Corp.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Retirement

Relevante is an Outplacement Services and Direct Hire recruiting firm. We help our clients provide a soft landing for existing employees, consistent with their statement of values. We also help leading companies find the best talent for their mission critical positions. Our Clients are some of the best companies to work for in the US. Relevante has been consistently identified as one of the most innovative Outplacement Services and Recruiting firms.