Manufacturing Manager, Amazon Manufacturing Services

About the Role

AMS seeks a second shift Subtractive Manufacturing Manager to lead our CNC machining, welding, sheet metal fabrication, powder coating, and assembly operations within our world-class manufacturing facility. You will own day-to-day operations across multiple manufacturing disciplines, manage production teams, and drive continuous improvement in quality, throughput, and process efficiency. This role requires balancing production execution with technical problem-solving, team development, and cross-functional coordination.

• Subtractive Manufacturing Operations
• Execute customer orders safely and successfully across CNC machining, welding, sheet metal fabrication, powder coating, and assembly operations
• Manage daily production scheduling, work prioritization, and resource allocation across multiple manufacturing processes
• Maintain equipment uptime through preventive maintenance programs and rapid troubleshooting
• Track production metrics including throughput, quality rates, on-time delivery, and equipment utilization
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste
• Collaborate with additive manufacturing teams to ensure seamless workflow for hybrid projects
• Oversee CNC programming operations and manage programming capacity to meet customer demand
• Quality and Technical Excellence
• Ensure quality standards are met consistently across all manufacturing processes
• Troubleshoot technical issues with CNC machines, welding equipment, sheet metal tools, and coating systems
• Develop and document standard operating procedures for all subtractive manufacturing processes
• Support ISO 9001 compliance through proper documentation and quality controls
• Evaluate new tooling, materials, technologies, and process parameters
• Partner with quality engineers to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions
• People Leadership
• Lead, develop, and mentor CNC machinists, welders, sheet metal fabricators, powder coating technicians, and assembly operators
• Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing coaching
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Manage interpersonal dynamics to drive team collaboration and output
• Build team capabilities through training and skill development
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with Production Manager on capacity planning, capital equipment needs, and strategic initiatives
• Work with quality engineers to drive Six Sigma process improvements
• Coordinate with Customer Success team on order feasibility, timeline expectations, and technical requirements
• Support Business Development with technical assessments for new customer requirements
• Collaborate with facilities and equipment management on maintenance and upgrades
• Basic Qualifications:
• - 2+ years of hiring, leading and developing teams experience
• - 3+ years of hands-on manufacturing experience in CNC machining, welding, sheet metal fabrication, or related disciplines
• - Strong technical knowledge of subtractive manufacturing processes and equipment
• - Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
• Preferred Qualifications:
• - Experience in overseeing and managing projects and deadlines
• - Experience in written and verbal communication skills to communicate with technical and non-technical audiences, including senior leadership
• - 5+ years of manufacturing experience across multiple disciplines (CNC, welding, sheet metal, coating, assembly)
• - Experience in contract manufacturing or high-mix production environments
• - Six Sigma Green Belt or similar process improvement certification
• - CNC programming experience with CAM software (Mastercam, ESPRIT, or similar)
• - Familiarity with manufacturing automation and process optimization
• - ISO 9001 quality management system…